Volunteering and volunteerism in Russia: traditions and trends: monograph Volunteering and volunteerism in Russia: traditions and trends: monograph/number of authors; Ed. T.e. Petrova.-Moscow: RUSAJNS. -110 (c). ISBN 978-5-4365-2974-5Posted on site: 18.12.18AbstractVoluntary practices are an effective mechanism for the formation of the primary competencies and career guidance. People with experience implementing volunteer projects and activities are a sought-after talent for organizations and institutions. For the younger generations volunteering is an important way of generating new knowledge, develop skills in community activities, formation of moral values, active citizenship.