Why Do People Participate in Voluntary Action?

Authors

Richard D. Reddy, SUNY- Fredonia
David H. Smith, Center for a Voluntary Society

Volume

11

Issue

4

Abstract

In the last issue of the Journal of Extension, the authors discussed: "Who participates in voluntary action?" They summarized some studies that point out people who participate in voluntary action appear to have different characteristics than those who don't participate. This article focuses on why these people participate in voluntary action.Reddy and Smith focus on attitudes, personal traits and capacities, and social structure and contexual factors that affect why people volunteer for action programs. They discuss some points that may challenge your thinking about volunteer participation.

Recommended Citation

Reddy, R. D., & Smith, D. H. (1973). Why Do People Participate in Voluntary Action?. The Journal of Extension, 11(4), Article 6. https://open.clemson.edu/joe/vol11/iss4/6