Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration

Join us for our 2025 Speakers Series! At the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration (CCVA), we are focused on leadership, excellence and advocacy amongst our peers so that we can work with credibility, confidence and character. Please join your peers in volunteer leadership and engagement for our speakers series. All of our sessions are free and all are welcome to attend. Navigating Volunteer Burnout: The Art of Saying No with Compassion with Tim Suda, CVA March 12, 2025 1:00-2:30pm EST In the dynamic world of volunteer engagement, the risk of burnout is ever-present. In this thought-provoking presentation, we explore the crucial role of boundaries and the art of saying "no" with compassion as well as teaching volunteers how to say no gracefully to prevent volunteer burnout. https://lnkd.in/gQZJgxqy

A chance to train with Faiza Venzant, CVA!

Thank you Isabella Oliver, CVA from Canton, South Dakota, USA for being today's #CVAspotlight! Isabella serves as the Volunteer Connections Manager at the Helpline Center, where she plays a pivotal role in connecting volunteers with opportunities, encouraging youth volunteerism, and providing essential support to nonprofits on both sides of the state. With over eight years of experience in volunteer leadership, Isabella has a proven track record of elevating volunteer programs. Her commitment to serving vulnerable populations and enhancing the community in her home state of South Dakota is evident in her work. Isabella currently serves on the board of Sioux Empire Directors of Volunteers in Agencies (DOVIA), encouraging connections among volunteer managers in the region. As a Certified Volunteer Administrator (CVA), Isabella upholds the highest standards of volunteer engagement, ensuring best practices and professional integrity in the field. #CVAsLead

The CVA tee is on the move around the world! ?? Get your very own or gift one to your favorite CVA. ?? Thank you Tracey O'Neill, CVA for creating this collage. ?? https://lnkd.in/gcMHmimC

CCVA is grateful for our supporters who recognize the CVA credential as a mark of excellence in volunteer resources management. ?? VMPC-Volunteer Management Professionals of Canada ?? https://lnkd.in/gKQt7UsP

?? CVA candidates ?? All CVA candidates for the April exam will receive an email at 8am PST on Friday, March 7 with next steps for the trial test. Keep an eye on your inbox. ?? ??

Looking for your next opportunity? Here's a spot to drop job links in the comments! Share job links you see and try to include the location. #FutureFridays

?? CVA candidates ?? All CVA candidates for the April exam will receive an email at 8am PST on Friday, March 7 with next steps for the trial test. Keep an eye on your inbox. ?? ??

Join Faiza Venzant, CVA and me on March 18th at 11am PT/2pm ET for an exciting conversation as we relaunch the groundbreaking Is Everyone Welcome Toolkit! https://lnkd.in/gDCDJAZB Developed by a dedicated team of 25 Certified Volunteer Administrators (CVAs), this FREE resource is now available on the VolunteerMatch Learning Center. https://lnkd.in/gfnFu6aY Whether you're aiming to diversify your volunteer base or integrate an equity lens into your volunteer management practices, this toolkit is designed specifically for Leaders of Volunteers. We'll also be hosting another session of Are You Ready for Equity: Navigating biases in volunteer engagement on March 13th at 11am PT/2pm ET. https://lnkd.in/gc2sFtja This session will be recorded and included in the Toolkit, but we'd love to have you join us live too!

It's time for a commissioner highlight! Today, we're recognizing Amy Pinger, CNP, CVA. She's been serving as a commissioner for 9 years at Kansas Volunteer Commission.?? Thank you for your service, Amy! Want us to highlight a service commissioner from your state/territory? Ask them to complete this form: https://lnkd.in/gb3aEWqh