NGOs, voluntary activities and active citizenship (5 cr)
Code: YP00EQ96-3001
General information
Enrollment
06.11.2023 - 17.11.2023
Timing
08.01.2024 - 30.04.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
2 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
60 % Contact teaching, 40 % Distance learning
Campus
Mikkeli Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Civic Activities and Youth Work
Teachers
- Elina Ylönen
- Katri Schadewitz
Teacher in charge
Katri Schadewitz
Groups
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YPMI23KPCivic Activities and Youth Work, full-time studies
Objective
You understand the concept of citizenship and know the citizen's rights and responsibilities.
You know how to operate in voluntary work and how to set up an association.
You are able to identify the management and operating practices of NGOs, associations, and foundations.
You are aware of the legislation on associations and foundations.
You know how to inspire individuals and groups to become active participants.
You can plan and carry out influencer communication.
You recognize the challenges related to voluntary work and possible solutions.
Content
What is active citizenship in action?
How do NGOs, associations and foundations operate?
What are the legal guidelines of associations and foundations?
How are organizations and voluntary work led and funded?
How are voluntary workers motivated, inspired and committed?
How to organize campaigns and effective communications?
What is brandwork and how to utilize it in organisations/civil action?
Evaluation scale
1-5