Contents

Preface

Chapter 1

Why Is Community Service Beneficial for Adolescents’ Development? A Review and Theoretical Model

Abstract

Introduction

Community Service: Form, Prevalence, and Benefits

Why Is Community Service Beneficial for Adolescents?

The IMAR-Community Service Model

The Relation between IMAR and Mediating Community Service Factors

Interdependence

Moral Responsibility

Agency

The Role of R (Reflection) in the Relation between IMA and Mediating Community Service Factors

The Relation between Mediating Community Service Factors and Other Academic, Personal, Social, and Civic Outcomes

Future Research

Conclusion: Educational Practice and Policy

References

Chapter 2

A Theoretical Approach to Researching the International Volunteering Movement

Abstract

Introduction

Analysis of Current Research

Research Methods

Conceptual Theories and Theoretical Models of Volunteering

Origin and Development of Volunteering in the World and in Ukraine

Theoretical Analysis and Discussion

Conclusion and Further Research Perspectives

References

Chapter 3

Volunteering and Positive Youth Development: An Accumulative Approach

Abstract

Introduction

Research Method

Measures

Statistical Procedures

Results

Discussion

References

Chapter 4

The Relationship between the Roles of Adolescent Volunteers and Their Levels of Volunteer Satisfaction: A Case Study of Hong Kong

Abstract

Introduction

Roles of Volunteers

Volunteer Satisfaction

The Current Study

Method

Participants and Procedures

Measures

Demographics

Volunteer Satisfaction

Volunteering Roles

Data Analysis

Results

Descriptive Analysis of the Sample

Roles Performed by Students during Their Voluntary Service

Mean Differences VSI-C and Community Service

Bivariate Analysis of Predictor and Outcome Variables

Multiple Regression Analyses Predicting Volunteer Satisfaction

Discussion

Theoretical Implications

Practical Implications

Limitations

Conclusion

Acknowledgments

References

Chapter 5

Examining the Predictors of Prosocial Behavior in Chinese Adolescents Using a Social-Ecological Model

Abstract

Introduction

Social Ecological Model of Prosocial Behavior

First Phase: Individual Competence, Value and Norms as Predictors of Prosocial Behavior

Second Phase: Individual Competence and Social Influence as Predictors

Discussion and Conclusion

References

Chapter 6

Exploring the Need to Strengthen the Legal Protection towards Volunteers: A Hong Kong Perspective

Abstract

Introduction

The Issues Defined and the Legal Position in Hong Kong at a Glance

Example 1

Example 2

Example 3

The US Statutory Model - Volunteer Protection Act of 1997

Issue 1

Issue 2

Issue 3

Does Hong Kong Need a Volunteer Protection Act?

Conclusion

Acknowledgments

References

Court Decisions

Chapter 7

The Free Time of Children

Abstract

Introduction

Phenomenon and Functions of Leisure Time

Environmental Factors Affecting Patterns of Spending Free Time

Leisure Time of Children and Youth

Forms of Spending Leisure of Children and Youth

Place of Residence and Leisure Time

Leisure Time as Prophylaxis

Conclusion

Appendix 1. Questionnaire

How Do You Spend Your Free Time?

References

Chapter 8

Employee Volunteering in the Process of Shaping the Social Capital of the Region under the Conditions of Sustainable Development Strategy and Corporate Social Responsibility

Abstract

Introduction

Tasks and Role of Municipality in Social Policy

Factors Determining the Construction of Civil Society (Social Capital)

Employee Volunteering and Corporate Social Responsility

Conclusion

References

Legal Acts

Chapter 9

Volunteer Movement in Ukraine During the Anti-Terrorist Operation: History, Conditions and Problems

Abstract

Introduction

Brief Historical Background

Legal Field Analysis

Volunteer Activities in the Present

For Reference

Conclusion

References

About the Editor

Index

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