FACTORS THAT DRIVE ACTIVITY IN ASSOCIATIONS HELP TO MAINTAIN VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT

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Currently, young volunteers for environmental protection play a key role in the non-formal sector. However, the lack of dynamic action within environmental associations is an obstacle. The objective of the research is to establish a specific operational program for volunteers in environmental protection associations. To this end, field studies were carried out in four associations spread across four regions of Madagascar, followed by a two-year case study in one of the associations. Observations, bilateral interviews, and focus groups were conducted using questionnaires to obtain the results. The research made it possible to distinguish the different types of priority activities that enable greater dynamism in environmental protection. It also highlighted the outcomes of volunteering, which also strengthens young people's commitment. To ensure the sustainability of volunteering, the research results also show the activities that need to be carried out in environmental protection associations to ensure their long-term viability. The case study carried out in Antananarivo produced a specific breakdown of activities promoting environmental protection and a cumulative number of participants per activity over two years. The development of internal and external activities promotes young people's enthusiasm for volunteering for environmental protection. Although revitalizing volunteering is essential for its sustainability, this must be supported by a reference document specific to the environmental protection association.

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