Why Volunteer with AHIMA?

Get Motivated!

A study conducted by the ASAE in 2008 found people volunteer for the following reasons:

• Values – to express or act on important values like humanitarianism
• Understanding – to learn more about the world or exercise skills that are unused
• Enhancement – to grow and develop psychologically
• Career – to gain career-related experience
• Social – to strengthen social relationships
• Protective – to reduce negative feelings or to address personal problems

Feel Satisfied!

The study also noted volunteers feel satisfied by:

• Giving back to your professional field
• Socializing with peers
• Working towards a common goal
• Using your skills

Source – American Society for Association Executives, “Decision to Volunteer” study, 2008