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CVM-HAWAII (2008-2009)

A program of the Volunteer Resource Center of Hawaii in collaboration with the University of Hawaii Windward Community College, University of Hawaii at Manoa School of Social Work and College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources - Family Community Leadership Program; with support from McKinley Community School for Adults (MCSA), Network of Volunteer Leaders (NOVL), Aloha United Way (AUW), Shinnyo-En Foundation (SEF), and Na Lei Aloha Foundation (NLAF).

CVM-HAWAII 2009 Prospectus (pdf) - to come

CVM-HAWAII 2009 Registration (pdf) - to come

Applications now being accepted for CVM-Hawaii (2008-2009)

APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 1, 2008

TO APPLY: Call VRCH (808) 236-9201 or E-mail for more information.

WHERE: Windward Community College

WHEN:
Class Schedule
   October 14, 28
   November 11, 25
   December 9
   January (2009) 13, 27
   February 10, 24
   March 10

March 24 will be available if we need to cancel one of the above sessions.

TUITION: $650.00 due upon acceptance into the program unless otherwise negotiated with VRCH.

• Additional requirement: purchase of required texts available through VRCH.
• Most organizations will pay partially or in entirety for your participation.
• Please inquire about scholarships.
• PAYMENTS SHOULD BE MADE TO: Volunteer Resource Center of Hawaii

WHO SHOULD APPLY:

• Representatives of organizations, businesses, and communities of faith who would like to improve or establish a volunteer program.
• Teachers, social workers, or other social service personnel who aspire to promote volunteerism within their community.
• Managers of volunteer programs who are interested in connecting professionally with other, and potential volunteer managers.

PREREQUISITE:

• Commitment and enthusiasm to participate in active learning to acquire or improve skills in volunteer management.
• A statement on why you wish to join the program.

DESIRABLE:
Experience in volunteer management, organizing and working with volunteers or as a volunteer, and an interest in learning more about Hawaii's communities and people.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
A comprehensive certificate program based on professionally identified volunteer management skills, and centered on the values inherent in Hawaii’s culture — the Aloha Spirit and Ohana — combining “head, heart, and hands” — the intellectual, affective, and experiential learning. The course combines self and group study, directed readings, lecture-discussions, interactive site and program visitations, opportunities for unique experiences, shared insights and reflections with colleagues. Individual portfolios will be created that will serve as an ever-present guide for a well-managed project or organization. Participants will form a network of colleagues that will serve as a sounding board, support and inspiration in the advancement of the profession of Volunteer Management and Administration.

COORDINATORS:
CVM-Hawaii Coordinator: Paul Belanger, CVM–Hawaii (2005)
Co-Coordinator: Mary Matayoshi, CVA; CVM–Hawaii (2005)
Program Consultants:
  • Michael DeMattos and Ron Matayoshi
    School of Social Work, University of Hawaii at Manoa
  • Jean Young
    College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Services, University of Hawaii at Manoa
Assisted By: Alumni, CVM–Hawaii (2005) and CVM–Hawaii (2006-2007)