Right from the beginning, NYAVA has offered the ability to network with other professional Volunteer Administrators. It has given me the opportunity to grow in the profession and in life.
—CAROLE FERSTER Consultant
TOP THREE REASONS TO JOIN NYAVA
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Make Connections
NYAVA connects you with peers—we have over 150 members from a broad spectrum of nonprofit, public and private sectors as well as consultants, agency executives, trainers, researchers and human resources personnel.
Get help with problems, find out about job opportunities and communicate with leaders in the profession.
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We sponsor 4 networking events per year to connect
you with others in the field of non-profit management
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Our Member Directory provides complete contact information for all members
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Members receive current job postings from
organizations throughout New York City
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The Mentoring Committee provides one-on-one consultation for members who need assistance trouble-shooting professional issues or getting started in the field
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Enhance your skills and knowledge
NYAVA gives you the tools you need to perform well on the job and develop as a professional.
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Members receive a discounted fee at NYAVA professional development workshops, including our
signature Principles and Practices of Volunteer Management course
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NYAVA partners with local organizations to give you discounts on local trainings
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Involvement in NYAVA committees and projects builds your credibility as a leader
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Keep up with what's new
NYAVA is your best source for the latest information on volunteer resources management. NYAVA helps you stay informed about trends, issues and the latest research.
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Our Newsletter (4 issues per year) covers association
activities and national developments in the field
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Member breakfasts bring colleagues together to
discuss current topics in the field of Volunteer
Administration
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Our Website is updated regularly with current news on
the profession, and info about workshops, special
events and happenings in the New York City area
Member Benefits
Professional development workshop and seminar discountsTwo vouchers per year entitling you to bring a friend to workshops for FREEAccess to detailed results of the NYAVA sponsored NYC Volunteer Administrators Professional Profile and Salary SurveyNYAVA Quarterly NewsletterInvitation to member breakfasts to discuss with colleagues current developments in the field of Volunteer AdministrationMembership meetings with FREE workshops10% discount to courses offered by the Volunteer Management Group and discounted registrations to Volunteer Management Group conferences.Invitation to NYAVA networking eventsAccess to NYAVA Membership Directory and "members only" section of websiteNYAVA Mentoring NetworkEligibility for NYAVA Board/Committee participationVoting privileges
Want to learn more about becoming a member of NYAVA? Request a call from one of our membership coordinators.