Cheli's Award-Winning Journey
Cheli's Joyful Journey Update
April is Global Volunteer Month, the perfect time to highlight Cheli Mohamed, founder of Volunteer with Cheli, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to "INSPIRE,?ENGAGE?and EMPOWER the LGBT community and our allies to be catalysts for change across our diverse and collective communities through volunteer service." Originally featured in Joyful Journeys in May 2022, she has garnered multiple awards for her leadership in the community over the span of many years.
In exciting news, she was recently named a Person of The Year by LGBTQ San Diego County News and has been reappointed to the Board of Commissioners for volunteer service by California Governor Gavin Newsom. Her joyful, award-winning journey has reached new peaks. Way to go, Cheli!
The Power of Volunteering
Cheli's passion is "to invest in volunteers and provide professional development so that they can become leaders and catalysts for change." She reminds us that volunteerism is not only a great way to give back; it is also a powerful tool for career development. By volunteering, you can do the following:
In many cases, volunteering can lead directly to a new job. For example, I worked as a job coach on a pro bono basis at the social service agency where I was eventually hired as an Employment Specialist. That job was a launching point for my career. As you think of all the ways to advance your career, don't underestimate the power of volunteering to help you achieve your goals.
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Finding the Right Volunteer Opportunity
In 2022, I was featured in a Forbes Health article about the power of volunteering. Written by Jennifer Lagemann, this article offers expert advice about how to find the right volunteer job and where to look for one.
The main tip is to find a role that matches your skills and to work for an organization that reflects your values. Contact organizations directly to see what opportunities they offer. You can also serve on a board for a nonprofit organization or take on a leadership role within your industry's professional association.
For more ideas, explore websites like volunteermatch.org and idealist.org to uncover new roles. Even Indeed and LinkedIn list volunteer jobs. If you live in the San Diego area, you can contact Volunteer with Cheli to join her team. No matter where you live or what point you are at in your career, volunteering can enhance your joyful journey.
Embark on your own Joyful Journey to Career Success!
Are you inspired by Cheli? Want to learn the secrets of volunteering to propel your career forward? Do you need help communicating the value of your volunteer experience on your resume or LinkedIn profile? Proceed on your own Joyful Journey to Career Success. Email Marcia at [email protected] to get started.
About Marcia - Career Success Coach
I enjoy helping people live their best professional lives. I am certified through the National Career Development Association and was previously a college writing instructor.??Learn more about my professional qualifications by clicking here.
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1 年THANK YOU Marcia Wall, M. A., CCSP, GCDF for the shout-out! I am fortunate to be able to be part of a community that is driven by the power of volunteering, On #GlobalVolunteerMonth I celebrate ALL volunteers for being catalysts for change! Thank you for your service.
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1 年Celebrating Cheli Mohamed and you Marcia Wall, M. A., CCSP, GCDF for this story of joy today. My first opportunity as an immigrant came through volunteering. I found it a rich way to learn about the culture and make friendships that have stayed in my life today. Thank you for highlighting volunteering as a life value and as a opportunity search mindset.