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Factors Motivating Youth in Community Development Volunteerism in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

Nkese Uwem Udoma, Emmanuel Edet Umoh and Unyime Robson Etuk

Abstract

Youth volunteerism in community development is a dynamic and multifaceted field that plays a pivotal role in fostering sustainable and resilient communities. This study examined youth volunteerism in community development in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Multi-stage sampling procedure was used with 150 respondents selected youth groups registered with the Ministry of Youth and Sports in Akwa Ibom State. Data collection utilized structured questionnaire that ensured coverage of diverse skills, attitudes and motivational factors with a reliability coefficient of 0.87. Data were analysed using factor analysis. The factor analysis procedure with varimax rotational applied to the original data of factors motivating youth in community development volunteerism yielded a 7-dimension solution that collectively explained 72.065 percent of the total variance. These dimensions were: personal fulfillment and passion with 37.404 % of variation, positive role models and peer support with 10.783 % of variation, access to resources and training opportunities with 8.923 % of variation, recognition and appreciation with 8.923 % of variation, Social connections and belonging with 4.526 % of variation, inherent altruism and sense of purpose with 4.086 % of variation and feeling a sense of belonging with 3.785 % of variation. personal fulfillment and passion was the most important factor among the seven dimensions. Targeted skill development programmes, diversified volunteer opportunities, and collaboration with policymakers were recommended.

Keywords

Youth volunteerismcommunity developmentvolunteersdevelopment programme

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