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a bit of terminology

voluntary organizations
in the czech republic

Volunteering centres
and programmes
in the czech republic

Volunteering organizations

The support of volunteering
from the side of
commercial sector

Look at the history
of volunteering
in the czech republic

Types of volunteerism

Generally
(a bit of terminology)
Volunteering is free choosen activity, done for the benefit of other people, free of charge. Each volunteer gives part of his time, energy and ability for the benefit of the activity. From this activity he did not gain financial profit, but often a priceless good feeling from helping others, experiences and friendships.

Volunteering expresses basic human virtues, which in the Wester culture have roots in Christian morale (regardless if we believe or not). Czech Catholic Charity, Diaconie of Czech Fellowship Evangelic Church and many others continue in the tradition of christianity, helping to connect networks of organizations.

Defining volunteerism in the Czech Republic is problematic, as in other post- communist countries. The totalitarian political regime devalued volunteerism during the past 40 years and turned voluntary work into obligatory socialistic collectivism. Although they now have the choice, in current society it is not easy for citizens to work without financial gains.

Dealing with this question is Mr. Fric's detailed research Donoring and Volunteering in the Czech Republic, which was recognized last year by NROS (Foundation of human society development) and the civic association AGNES (Agency for non-profit sector).

 

"The Importance of Volunteerism in Modern Society   "
analysis by Pavol Fric, sociologist

reactions:

"I Am Paid For the Fact That Others Work for Free  "
Response of the Chairman of c.a. Hestia - the National Volunteer Center to the article in Lidove Noviny

reactions:

Legal Act on Voluntary Service Was Born
Full text and commentary

A Volunteer - The Water of Life of Capitalism
interview with director of National Volunteer Centre