A digital champion is an emerging form of volunteer that reflects contemporary living and technology-adoption maturity. In addition to the expectations of traditional volunteers, a digital champion helps others understand the benefits of using the internet and shows them how to do simple things online.
You don’t need to be a computer whizz, you just need to have a bit of spare time, enjoy being online yourself, with a passion for helping (and enjoy being around) others.
GENERIC BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING
- Volunteering connects you to others (like-minds) in the community
- Volunteering is good for your mind, body and self-esteem
- Volunteering can advance your career
- Volunteering supports lifelong and adaptive learning and development
- Volunteering brings fun and fulfilment to one’s life
- Volunteering is a good and tested way to give back to your community
- Volunteering gives you access to corporate processes and resources
SPECIFIC BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING
- Build self-confidence and esteem
- Acquire work-based skills and references
- Access to free national events
- Connect with like-minds and make new friends
- For research, academia, and school work
John Adewole 