The relationship between volunteer motivations and interpersonal skills in mass participation sporting events / Luqmanul Hazim and Siti Aida Lamat

Volunteering is a global phenomenon that significantly contributes to social cohesion and community development. Volunteers are motivated by various intrinsic and extrinsic factors [1]. In Malaysia, volunteerism is on the rise, with events like the Shah Alam Half Marathon 2024 providing opportunities for meaningful community engagement [2]. This study addresses this gap by examining how motivational factors influence the development of interpersonal skills among volunteers [3]. This quantitative study employed a survey-based design involving 45 volunteers from the Shah Alam Half Marathon 2024. A purposive sampling method was used to collect data through structured questionnaires divided into three sections: demographic profile, volunteer motivation, and interpersonal skills. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics with JAMOVI software.