Name: Adejuwon Teniola Atinuke
Sex: Female
Networks: Lagos
Occupation: Make-up Artist
Mentors: Rev. Chris Oyakhilome
               Dcns. Dolapo Layode
              Ms. Toyosi Akerele
Email: teniolak@yahoo.co.uk
Favourite quotes: "Keep saying it, don't stop talking it"
Likes and Dislikes: Anything that adds to me (opposite)
Hobbies: Reading, Reading and Reading
Favourite dish: Amala and Fish stew
What is volunteering
Many people want to give back to society somehow, but can't necessarily afford to donate much money to worthy causes. Volunteering for an organization is a good alternative.

If you don't have a wife or children yet, then you probably have some free time to volunteer. Volunteering can make you feel great about helping out a worthy cause. Plus, you can do something that matches your professional skills and interests or something that's just plain fun.

In Nigeria, volunteering is gaining popularity amongst organizations especially non governmental ones. The need for these volunteers is due to events and programmes being organized by the organization which may likely require more hands than the staff of the organization itself.
How to volunteer.
For most organizations, volunteers are invaluable to make them run. Start by looking into organizations that match your interests.

Here are some ideas to get you started:

Investigate before you invest your time
Before you volunteer, research organizations just as you would if you were donating money. Make sure you're putting your hard work into a legitimate and financially viable organization(s) that will prosper.

Additionally, investigate the success of the organizations' programs. Put together a list of finalists that includes only those that are working toward or reaching the goals they set out to accomplish.

Figure out what you can offer
Next, contact the finalists in your search to find out what their volunteer needs are, and to figure out if your interests and skills match those needs. Oftentimes, an organization will ask you to come in for an interview. Depending on what your skills are, you might even be asked to go through training once you are accepted as a volunteer.

It's important to evaluate what you expect to contribute and what you expect to gain. Ask yourself the following questions:

• What level of personal fulfillment do I expect to gain?
• What skills do I possess that will help this organization?
• What tasks am I unwilling or unable to perform?
• What days and at what times am I available?
• How much free time do I have to volunteer?
Commit yourself to a worthy cause
"Commitment" is a word that usually triggers panic or fear in guys. But once you choose an organization and are accepted as a volunteer, it's important that you commit yourself to it. If you're apathetic about volunteering, you shouldn't bother. You need to be passionate about the cause; if you cancel, show up late when you're expected or perform poorly, you're actually hurting the organization rather than helping it.

On the other hand, if you're fired up, reliable and willing to work, you can do tremendous good helping an organization fulfill its mission. Whatever you do not believe in, would not work for you. Believe in whichever organization you’ve made up your mind to be part of.

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Give a little bit
Whatever organization you choose to volunteer for, you'll be helping a good cause and helping yourself. Doing something for the common good promises to be a fulfilling experience. In Nigeria, most people do not value the gift of volunteering. Anyone anywhere can volunteer and expect to be treated like a queen or king because they feel they are doing the organization a favor, which is not meant to be. Proper orientation should be given by each organization so that each.

volunteer knows what he/she is expected to be doing without hassles and stress.

Now that you know what to do, go ahead and give it a shot.

ORGANIZATIONS IN NIGERIA WHERE YOU CAN VOLUNTEER
1. RISE Networks
2. LEAP Africa
3. FATE Foundation
4. FREEDOM Foundation
5. VOLUNTEER Corps
6. BRITISH Council
7. POISE Nigeria
8. Kudirat Abiola Initiative {KIND}
9. Universal Children and Youth Development {UNICCYD)
10. Pastor Bimbo Odukoya Foundation {PBO}
11. Praise Fowowe Consulting
12. Redstart Communications
13. Society for Family Health {SFH}
14. Family Health International {FHI}
15. Global H.I.V&A.I.D.S. Initiative {GHAIN}
16. Junior Chamber International{J.C.I.}
17. HOPE Initiative
18. Centre for Values in Leadership {C.V.L.}
19. New Era Foundation
20. African Health Incorporated {A.H.I.}



BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING FOR RISE
1. Access to an international network of COUNTLESS young Nigerians
2. Join and Reach Top Experts to facilitate youth programs
3. Free recommended books for your personal development
4. Use our chat room to network and share your dreams with like minds.
5. Be informed about youth rewarding ventures & involvements.
6. Submit articles for publication and be invited to major youth events
7. Meet and Discuss with your mentors and role models.
8. Be a RISE ambassador
9. Get a chance to GRACE our volunteers corner on the front page of our website if you qualify enough to be our volunteer for the month.


Create your own event
If you're more of a self-starter, another great option is to organize your own event. For example, plan a party with a theme to raise money for the organization of your choice.

You can solicit companies to donate funds, food, drinks, and items for a silent auction. Other ideas include organizing an event at work, such as a blood drive or a campaign to donate food items to a local food pantry.