Changing Face of Volunteerism Among Boomers
A seasoned community volunteer describes reduced town involvement despite ongoing leadership roles. She raises that empty-nest life, farming, and art focus keep her away from lengthy meetings, preferring targeted tasks when approached.
Neighbourly volunteers adapt to lower meeting turnout
The piece suggests shifting from full planning committees to role specific tasks and a volunteer roster. It proposes assigning reporters, daylong helpers, and two hour shifts to former members and friends to keep events alive. Emphasizes matching planners with workers and using flexible, home-friendly tasks.
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Heat Over Response to Katrina Sparks Global Debate
The piece critiques federal and media reactions to Hurricane Katrina noting delays in aid, the politics of blame, and the stark contrast with global suffering. It compares international responses and questions whether race or party dynamics influenced aid urgency.
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