A "volunteer citizen" refers to someone who willingly offers their time and efforts to help others or contribute to their community without being paid or obligated to do so. They choose to participate and make a positive impact. Full definition
Field interns split their time evenly between the banding and hawkwatch programs, and can expect to work with a large and dedicated group of volunteer citizen scientists on a daily basis. (parksconservancy.org)
The data that Old Weather volunteer citizen scientists meticulously transcribe from the logbooks are used to drive climate and sea ice models to help understand changes and improve predictions. (sciencedaily.com)
foster care review board State boards made up of volunteer citizens who review foster care cases to help ensure safe and timely permanency for children and that quality services are provided to families involved in the State foster care system. (childwelfare.gov)