Volunteer Handbook
Your guide to making an impact
Our Mission
Light Up Imala Eta is a family-led initiative to install 120 solar-powered street lights across Imala Eta, Abeokuta, Nigeria. Our goal is to improve safety, enable economic activity after dark, and restore dignity to our hometown community.
Volunteer Values
- Commitment: Follow through on tasks you accept
- Communication: Keep managers updated on progress
- Impact-Focused: Every hour counts toward lighting up the community
- Respect: Honor the community we serve and fellow volunteers
Volunteer Roles
Social Media Ambassador
Create and share engaging content about the project
Fundraising Coordinator
Organize events and reach out to potential donors
Event Coordinator
Plan and execute campaign events
Content Creator
Document progress through photos and videos
On-Site Assistant
Help with physical installations in Imala Eta
How to Use Your Dashboard
- Check Active Tasks for your current assignments
- Update task status as you progress (Pending → In Progress → Complete)
- Log hours and completion notes when finishing tasks
- Use the messaging system to ask questions or report issues
- Track your impact through your personal stats
Communication Guidelines
- Use the dashboard messaging for task-related questions
- Expect responses within 24-48 hours
- Mark tasks as "in progress" before starting work
- Report blockers immediately via messaging
Recognition & Badges
Earn badges as you contribute:
First Task
Complete your first task
10 Hours
Contribute 10 hours
25 Hours
Contribute 25 hours
Task Master
Complete 10 tasks
Social Champion
Generate 1000+ social engagements
Fundraiser
Help raise $1000+
Impact Formula
Every 10 volunteer hours = 1 street light enabled
Your time directly translates to light installation capacity, maintenance, and community support.
