Influence of Youth Volunteering on Socialization and Development of Competences Cover Image

Influence of Youth Volunteering on Socialization and Development of Competences
Influence of Youth Volunteering on Socialization and Development of Competences

Author(s): Valdas Pruskus
Subject(s): Social Sciences
Published by: Vilnius Gediminas Technical University
Keywords: volunteering; youth socialization; professional; social; communicative competences; personal development; self-help.

Summary/Abstract: Volunteering is one of manifestations of citizenship. It indicates the individual’s quality in terms of citizenship and the readiness to take an active part in public activities. The current paper analyses the phenomenon of volunteering (its place and role in ensuring public development and sustainability). The influence of volunteer - ing on the youth socialization and personal development of competences (in particular, social, professional and communicative) is disclosed in the article. The article also highlights the motives and factors that promote and prevent the youth participation in voluntary activities.

  • Issue Year: 22/2014
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 74-81
  • Page Count: 7
  • Language: English