Originally called DOVIAs, DOVs, Volunteer Coordinator Roundtables, etc., we now use the generic term Professional Networks to refer to these groups of volunteer managers. These organizations may be formal or informal, small or large, and exist in many local communities as well as at the state/provincial, regional and national levels.

This section of the AVA website will offer a comprehensive collection of information about and for Professional Networks. The goal is to strengthen and support those groups that already exist, and assist those of you who wish to start a network in your area.

AVA also offers networks the option of affiliating with us in a mutually beneficial relationship. Leaders of AVA Affiliated Networks may access additional resources on this site. Check for more details about how to become an Affiliated Network.

A prototype of this new section of our web site was shown recently at our annual conference.

Based on the valuable comments we received, we are currently re-working the content.

The Professional Networks Section — which has a public and an Affiliates only area — premiers in
December 2000.