This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. In late May and then in June when companies and individuals were posting black squares across social media as a symbol of their commitment to Black lives, in the wake…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Given the current state of affairs in America regarding racial diversity, equity and inclusion, I feel compelled to issue a call to action to many American foundations to change the…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. In March 2022, Charity Navigator will release its first ratings evaluating the extent to which nonprofits are implementing policies and practices that contribute to inclusive workplaces and more equitable outcomes…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. You make the observation in your book that diversity training in a corporate context isn’t effective despite major investments of time and money. In what ways do you see this…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Given the political landscape and increased media coverage around issues of discrimination, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have become all the more prevalent in the social sector. The main difference…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are three words perpetually bound together in our modern lexicon to convey the ideal components of a fair and just society. In theory, they provide a…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. It was the shot heard ‘round the nonprofit world. Over the holidays, the New York Times ran a piece (paywall) about the social sector’s inability to retain and hire talented staff — a consequence…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Receiving poor-quality service is frustrating enough. But what really hurts is feeling helpless about it. When you have no space to share your feedback, you feel like you’re invisible because…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Aligning an organization internally means ensuring that its mission and priorities are reflected in its leadership and governance values. First and foremost, consistency is desirable in any organization. Second, staff…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. It is possible and necessary for people to engage effectively in difficult conversations about racism, sexism, classism, and other inequities in the philanthropic sector. Each time you do so is…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Achieving deeper racial equity in communities across the country requires taking on existing power structures and working to change the systems that sustain racism. A new set of place-based initiatives is working…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Over the past decade, impact investing has experienced astounding growth, with an increased focus on addressing some of society’s most urgent issues. Patrick Briaud, senior advisor at Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors,…