Garima Panjwani
SOAHS Manipal
"As both a volunteer and coordinator in VSO, I have had the opportunity to engage with various aspects of organizing, managing, and executing community-driven initiatives.
Volunteering helped me to contribute to meaningful causes, such as helping with events, fundraising or supporting individuals in need. Working alongside fellow volunteers has been an enriching experience for me. The collaboration within the group made the work enjoyable, and I learned so much from others.
As a coordinator, I had the responsibility of organizing volunteers, ensuring tasks were assigned efficiently, and that the events ran smoothly. This role taught me how to lead a team, delegate responsibilities, and maintain a positive environment. It helped me improve my communication and problem solving skills.
Overall, being a volunteer and coordinator has been an incredibly rewarding experience. It allowed me to contribute to my community while also developing key leadership skills. The challenges were real but manageable, and the positive impact we had made the effort worthwhile. There is always room for improvement, but these experiences helped me grow both personally and professionally.
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