Cultivating Connections: Supporting Volunteers at Multiple Locations (13 Aug 2026)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

This virtual training focuses on building, cultivating, and sustaining meaningful relationships as the foundation of delivering a high‑quality experience for everyone involved. No matter their reporting location. Participants will explore practical strategies for strengthening connections and maintaining supportive interactions in a multiple site environment. By centering relationships as the anchor of effective collaboration, this session empowers participants to create inclusive, positive, and productive experiences that elevate the quality of service and engagement for all.

Meet Our Trainer

Troy Selvey

Manager for Equity and Quality with the California AfterSchool Network

Learn more about Troy at the California AfterSchool Network

Troy Selvey, comes to the work as a coach, educator, and systems leader. A Compassionate Systems Awareness Master Practitioner, Certified Gallup Strengths Coach, and WRP Fellowship alumnus, Troy blends emotional intelligence, equity, and leadership to help educators and youth thrive with compassion, purpose, and connection—cultivating growth that leads to meaningful, systemic change.

Troy received his Bachelor of Arts in Organization Communications from California State University Sacramento where he played on the Men’s Basketball team. He also received his Master’s degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration from Concordia University of Irvine.

DOVIA membership is always open. Become a member now, we have more great stuff coming in 2026.

Questions: education@doviasacramento.org

Distance without Detachment: Strengthening Remote Collaboration to Boost Volunteer Retention (10 Sep 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Managing volunteers is uniquely rewarding, but doing so remotely adds a layer of complexity. Volunteers will step away if they feel isolated or frustrated by clunky digital processes. Let's explore actionable strategies to transform your remote workflows into a vibrant, collaborative community.

Learn how to leverage digital tools not just for tracking tasks but for deepening your volunteers' connection to your mission--and to each other--ensuring they stay engaged and loyal for the long haul.

Meet Our Trainer

Tim Suda, CVA

Disaster Workforce Engagement Manager for the American Red Cross

Vice President & Programming Chair, Georgia Association for Volunteer Administration

Tim Suda, CVA is an experienced leader of volunteers and a nationally recognized voice in volunteer engagement and empowerment. Tim focuses on building, supporting and inspiring volunteer leaders who, in turn lead thousands of volunteers in mission-critical work, including disaster response.

Tim brings a practical, people-centered approach to strengthening volunteer systems and organization culture.

Learn more about Tim at LinkedIn

Membership is always open. Become a member now, we have more great stuff coming in 2026.

Questions: education@doviasacramento.org

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Cultivating Connections: Supporting Volunteers at Multiple Locations (13 Aug 2026)

Distance without Detachment: Strengthening Remote Collaboration to Boost Volunteer Retention (10 Sep 2026)