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Paul Yost, Ph.D.

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Completed qualitative research study

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Industrial-Organizational Psychology

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The purpose of this study is to provide information and insight about volunteer leadership experiences in the American Music Therapy Association through qualitative data gathered from 35 music therapist volunteer leaders nationwide. Appreciative inquiry, an approach that focuses on what is working well within a system, was utilized to discover (a) what experiences have been meaningful and impactful for music therapist volunteer leaders, (b) how these practices can be enhanced and applied to increase the pipeline of volunteer leaders, and (c) increase positive outcomes for the organization, the field of music therapy, and music therapists seeking leadership skills and experiences.

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This poster was also presented at Western Region of the American Music Therapy Association, Ontario, California, March 2018.

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May 29th, 1:00 PM May 29th, 2:00 PM

We are AMTA: Evidence-based strategies for volunteer leadership

The purpose of this study is to provide information and insight about volunteer leadership experiences in the American Music Therapy Association through qualitative data gathered from 35 music therapist volunteer leaders nationwide. Appreciative inquiry, an approach that focuses on what is working well within a system, was utilized to discover (a) what experiences have been meaningful and impactful for music therapist volunteer leaders, (b) how these practices can be enhanced and applied to increase the pipeline of volunteer leaders, and (c) increase positive outcomes for the organization, the field of music therapy, and music therapists seeking leadership skills and experiences.

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