Guidance for self-assessment

The following questions are designed to help you explore your personal possibilities and limitations.

What is my time situation like?

• Can I commit to regular appointments? Or would I prefer to provide support on a project basis?
• Do I want to provide support on specific occasions or on a continuous basis?
• Can I imagine committing myself for several weeks or even longer?

Where would I like to get involved?

• How far away from my home should the activity be at most?
• Would I also consider volunteering digitally?

Who would I like to volunteer for?

• Do I want to accompany and support individuals or a small group?
• Can I imagine working with other people?

What kind of activities can I imagine doing?

• Practical tasks, e.g., cooking with others, gardening, or manual labor?
• Is it important to me to contribute my own interests and experiences, e.g., creative hobbies, languages, music, etc.?
• Can I imagine helping with celebrations or accompanying excursions?

What motivates me to volunteer?

• Do I want to accompany people and pursue a common goal?
• Do I want to gain professional orientation through volunteering?
• Do I want to work toward a socio-political goal, e.g., participation in social life?

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