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Justification of the Research
The justification for this research is based on three key reasons.Firstly, the topic of informal volunteering remains underexplored in academic literature, despite the extensive research on general volunteering. A Google Scholar search for articles with "informal volunteering" in the title yields approximately 100 results, whereas "volunteering" produces nearly 15,000. Similarly, searching for "volunteers" returns 119,000 articles, compared to just 23 for "informal volunteers." Although recent studies increasingly reference informal volunteering, it is rarely the primary focus. However, as scholars such as Sandri, Uljheli, Smith, Jumbert, and Dekker have demonstrated, informal volunteers play a crucial role in refugee relief and often fill institutional gaps.Secondly, the growing number of informal volunteers creates a societal need for research into their organization and functioning. Insights from this research can benefit civil society, enabling established organizations to adapt their approaches when engaging with informal volunteer groups. Additionally, individuals who organize or intend to organize informal volunteer initiatives could apply the findings to improve their structures and anticipate common challenges.Lastly, this research seeks to advance theoretical discussions on the role of social media in organizing informal volunteers. While research on social media usage has expanded significantly in recent years, little attention has been given to how loosely connected individuals use these platforms to address societal challenges and institutional shortcomings. Unlike traditional volunteering, informal volunteers are no longer restricted by geographical boundaries, as social media enables global participation. However, this digital shift introduces new challenges that warrant careful examination. A deeper understanding of these issues will help community leaders and organizations develop effective strategies for engaging with and managing informal volunteer groups.