5. Provide on-site project management to ensure a safe, educational, and successful volunteering environment
Execution is everything! The project needs to be well supported and well managed on the ground to ensure that the community and volunteers will benefit from the project. Basic health and safety provisions are absolutely necessary and on-site support will help to facilitate positive experiences.
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- Have health and safety concerns been addressed in advance?
- Are participants made aware of all health and safety measures?
- Is there a project manager on-site at all times?
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- Is local staff available to answer questions about the project and organization, and to translate?
- Are there provisions for volunteers’ comfort, such as shade and potable water?
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- Are volunteers provided with project goals and measurements of success?
- Are volunteers educated about how their efforts contribute to the long-term goals and developments of the community?
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revision note: to be added later