Researching Voluntary Action

Innovations and Challenges

Jon Dean (Sheffield Hallam University), Eddy Hogg (University of Kent)

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English

Policy Press
01 March 2023

Social research & statistics; Social welfare & social services; Charities, voluntary services & philanthropy; Politics & government; Civil rights & citizenship

Series: Third Sector Research

With case studies from around the world, this accessible book explores the methodological complexities of research into voluntary action, charitable behaviour and participation in voluntary organisations.

In the first book of its kind, this volume brings together a range of experts to review key methodological issues in the study of voluntary action, charitable behaviour and participation in voluntary organisations.

Using case studies from around the world

from ethnography to media analysis and surveys to peer research

chapters illustrate the challenges of researching altruistic actions and our conceptualisations of them. Across different fields and methods, authors unpick the methodological innovations and challenges in their own research to help guide future study.

Demystifying research and deepening our ability to understand the role of the third sector, this accessible book is suitable for social researchers at all levels.

Edited by: Jon Dean (Sheffield Hallam University), Eddy Hogg (University of Kent)
Imprint: Policy Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
ISBN: 9781447356691
ISBN 10: 1447356691
Series: Third Sector Research
Pages: 220
Publication Date: 01 March 2023
Audience: Professional and scholarly , General/trade , Undergraduate , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Jon Dean is Associate Professor of Politics and Sociology at Sheffield Hallam University. His research examines inequalities within the charity sector and charity's role in wider society and culture. Eddy Hogg is Senior Lecturer in Social Policy at the University of Kent. His research focuses on volunteering, particularly the role of voluntary action in the delivery of public services.

Reviews for Researching Voluntary Action: Innovations and Challenges

"""A much-needed reference work on the varying methodologies that students and scholars of philanthropy should be familiar with in order to understand the multifaceted and complex nature of voluntary action."" Pamala Wiepking, IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy and VU Amsterdam"