Is volunteering for everyone? Volunteering opportunities for young ex-offenders

Kirby, Amy

doi:10.1108/sc-09-2015-0032

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“…Through the narratives, it can be viewed that the importance of money is not the most important aspect they may gain. This is similar to Kirby's (2016) research that found that young offenders taking part in employment very rarely spoke about the link between volunteering and gaining employment, rather they spoke highly of the softer skills they gained. It has been previously recognised that an accomplishment for ex-offenders, such as engaging in a programme, can lead to a sense of hope and an orientation towards the future (Richie, 2001).…”

Section: Looking To the Futuresupporting

confidence: 82%

Exploring forensic service users’ experience of participating in a community life skills and work-readiness programme

McKenzie¹,

Tarpey²

2019

JFP

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to provide insight into the experiences of individuals with a criminal history of participating in a community life skills and work-readiness programme. Design/methodology/approach Semi-structured interviews were conducted with seven individuals that have a criminal history who were participating, or had previously participated, in a community life skills and work-readiness programme. This data was analysed by interpretative phenomenological analysis. Findings Four superordinate themes emerged, these were: “need to change”, “changing identity”, “giving back to the community” and “a sense of belonging”. These themes are discussed in relation to desistance literature and the Good Lives Model. Practical implications This research identifies through the participants’ narratives that engaging with the programme appeared to facilitate the desistance process. The importance of community programmes that provide participants skills and social integration must be acknowledged. Originality/value There is limited research on the experiences of forensic services users’ experiences of community programmes, especially those that are not aimed specifically at ex-offenders. The results of this research can be used to enhance services and identify further research areas.

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Section: Looking To the Futuresupporting

confidence: 82%

Exploring forensic service users’ experience of participating in a community life skills and work-readiness programme

McKenzie¹,

Tarpey²

2019

JFP

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“…The benefits of volunteering are closely linked to individuals' motivation to participate in this area of volunteering. Drawing comparisons with previous research from Kirby [6], this study elaborated on how individuals who volunteer are more likely to feel an increased sense of moral satisfaction and see an individual's happiness more than those who do not engage in volunteering. Volunteering increases physical and mental health, as well as integrating into society and feeling accepted by the wider community, which was highlighted as a key benefit to volunteers [57,58].…”

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“…Working with youth to develop a sense of care and responsibility will undoubtedly and immensely help reap valuable fruits in the field of volunteerism [5]. Understanding their attitudes enhances or even solely determines the way to fruitfully energize youth, specifically students' involvement in volunteerism [6].…”

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The motivation and engagement of student volunteers in volunteerism at the University of Gondar

Wondimu,

Admas

2024

Discov glob soc

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This study examines student volunteering at the University of Gondar in Ethiopia, aiming to understand motivation and areas of engagement. Using a mixed research method, data from surveys, in-depth interviews, and key informant interviews were analyzed. The sample included 422 participants selected through probability and non-probability sampling techniques. Quantitative findings reveal that understanding the functions of volunteering motivates students, with a desire for learning experiences and applying their skills being primary motivators. The value function and career enhancement function also contribute to motivation. Survey results indicate that students engage in volunteer activities to enhance their resumes and have a strong belief in the importance of helping others. Notably, 47% of volunteer students focus on social and disability affairs. This study emphasizes the need for careful planning and implementation to encourage student volunteerism and maximize its benefits for all involved parties.

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Is volunteering for everyone? Volunteering opportunities for young ex-offenders

Cited by 2 publications

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Exploring forensic service users’ experience of participating in a community life skills and work-readiness programme

Exploring forensic service users’ experience of participating in a community life skills and work-readiness programme

The motivation and engagement of student volunteers in volunteerism at the University of Gondar

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