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Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration: The Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration advances the profession and practice of volunteer resource management by: Articulating core competencies for the profession of volunteer administration; Certifying individuals who demonstrate knowledge and competence in the leadership of volunteers; Advancing standards of ethical practice; Promoting professional development and education.  Certified in Volunteer Administration (CVA) is the only international professional certification in the field of volunteer resources management. Originally developed by the Association for Volunteer Administration (AVA) several decades ago, the program is now sponsored by the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration (CCVA). The CVA credential reflects mastery of the knowledge required of practitioners in this field as measured through an exam and peer assessment process.

Mid-Valley Volunteer Managers Assocation (MVVMA): The purpose of MVVMA is to promote the professional role of the volunteer manager, provide professional development and networking for its members, and to encourage active participation of volunteers in the community.  Founded more than twenty years ago, the Mid-Valley Volunteer Managers Association is a local association that supports professional development and peer networking of people who manage volunteer programs in the Mid-Willamette Valley area of Oregon.

Oregon Volunteers!: Oregon Volunteers! is the Oregon Commission for Voluntary Action & Service. They promote and support AmeriCorps, volunteerism and civic engagement to strengthen Oregon communities.

Northwest Volunteer Administrators Assocation (NOVAA): NOVAA is a professional association for people who manage volunteers - striving to support and further educate themselves.

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