Communities of Practice

A Community of Practice is a group of volunteer engagement professionals that meets virtually to share issues, strategies and best practices, get and receive colleagues' support, make connections, and provide an opportunity to share information, experiences, and resources specific to the industry/structure or community they serve.

Meetings are held at least quarterly (check our calendar or newsletter for dates) and will last no more than one hour. Discussion topics will vary depending on issues affecting COP members in their programs.    

Each COP has a Facilitator who works with AL!VE to determine the needs of the COP, and AL!VE members can suggest meeting topics for future COPs through their facilitator.

Communities of Practice are an AL!VE member benefit; however, anyone is welcome to attend their first meeting with out being a member. After your first meeting, we request you join as a member to attend subsequent meetings.


Interested in starting a new Community of Practice? Apply as a volunteer to get started.

Benefits of joining an AL!VE COP:
  • Networking and relationships with fellow AL!VE  members.
  • AL!VE will become a mechanism for YOU and YOUR COP members to participate in conversations relevant to the field and continue to enhance leadership skills. Communities of Practice are an AL!VE member benefit; however, anyone is welcome to attend their first meeting with out being a member. After your first meeting, you must join as a member to attend subsequent meetings. Learn more about becoming a member here.
  • Easy access to contact information of other members in the COP.
  • A chance to connect, share best practices and challenges with peers. 


Active Communities of Practice


To attend a Community of Practice (COP),


Interested in starting a new Community of Practice? Apply as a volunteer to get started.