Let’s Talk: Holocaust Survivor Testemonial
In observence of Yom HaShoa, Holocaust Remembrance Day, please join us to discuss how Israelis mark the holiday, observe this day together with our frineds from both Baltimore and Ashkelon and hear from Holocaust Survivor Ruth Tuchman. Ruth Tuchman shares her story about growing up during the war, relocating to the United Kingdom at the […]
Communication Strategies to Empower Faculty
Tools for effective communication and resilience building among staff – in times of crisis and calm. Maggie Feinstein is a master’s level professional counselor who has distinguished herself in the field of integrated mental health. She received her undergraduate work at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in International Relations and received her master’s degree from […]
The Rising Tide of Anti-Semitism During the Coronavirus Pandemic
A special conversation with United States Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism Elan S. Carr and B’nai B’rith International CEO Daniel S. Mariaschin focusing on the rising tide of anti-Semitism during the coronavirus crisis. Introductions by Scott Knapp, one of B’nai B’rith’s senior vice presidents.
Operational Stress Management (OSM)
Operational Stress Management (OSM) During COVID-19 – firefighters Live Webinar and Q&A for Members of the New Jersey FIRE Service with the Jersey City/Newark Urban Areas Security Initiative’s OSM Fire Trainers and Experts from NATAL: Israel Trauma & Resiliency Center
The Safety & Health of Volunteers
Stuart Garland of Volunteer Ireland shares the challenges volunteer organizations are facing in regards to the safety and health of their volunteers during the coronavirus. He offers his insight and current actions taken to ensure that volunteers can still engage during the crisis. Moderated by Wendy Osborne, Senior Consultant for IAVE.
8 Strategies for Inclusive Volunteer Program
8 Strategies for Creating a More Inclusive Volunteer Program Many organizations struggle to engage volunteers who reflect the racial and ethnic diversity of the communities they serve. In response to this issue, the Minnesota Association for Volunteer Administration (MAVA) recently embarked on a research study which resulted in a set of eight strategies for creating […]
Innovation & Adaptability
Corporate Responses to the Pandemic The worldwide pandemic has changed many facets of life. Volunteer programs are no exception. While corporate employees have been volunteering in many forms for years: hands-on, skills-based, pro-bono, cross-border, etc. all but virtual volunteering has pretty much come to a stand still. However, some companies have pivoted to create new […]
Volunteer Management in a Crisis
In the event of a disaster or emergency volunteers are often needed to provide practical and emotional support as they aid victims, support the delivery of government/public services and help rebuild communities. Volunteer management is key to achieving the effective involvement of volunteers. So what does good volunteer management in a crisis look like? What […]