How to get started with virtual volunteering
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By Abigail Rooney
There’s been a seismic shift in how we approach our daily routines due to current circumstances. Many of us have had to come to terms with the new normal, where everything from working to buying essentials to socialising has to be done over the internet. This includes the way we give back to the causes we care about or virtual volunteering. Time magazine notes that we are now online more than ever, with web use rocketing by as much as 35%. Luckily, the crisis isn’t much of a deterrent to how we yearn to give back, as there are many opportunities available online that allow us to volunteer from the comfort of our own homes. Ross Britain previously highlighted how volunteering can do so much in inspiring people, and if you want to donate your time to a cause that is close to your heart, here’s how you can get started with doing it virtually:
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