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Build a Board for the Digital Future

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Everyone must have a voice. Unify Through Purpose Passion for your mission is a bridge that allows people with unique cultural and value systems to work together for a common purpose. When people participate out of self-interest, it’s not a good fit. Tap people who are insatiably inquisitive and hungry for information.

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Empowering grassroots organizations: building capacity, diversity, and relationships

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At its very root, derived from the Greek word philathropia , philanthropy means “to love people.” It is that example of rising to the occasion and people coming together that has helped shape my ardent belief in our collective power and what guides us at the Ms. Foundation.

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Empowering Community Voices: The Strategic Advantage of Nonprofit Advisory Committees

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As a nonprofit leader, you likely want to do your best to ensure that the voices and experiences of the communities you serve are represented in your work. How to Establish Successful Advisory Committees By now, I’m sure you’re all on board (pun intended) with the importance of building these community partnerships.

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Philanthropy must prioritize elevating and including Black voices

Candid

Organizations hosted “listening” sessions, in which the Black community shared their experiences with leaders in the sector, mostly non-Black people of color and white people. Without the voices of the Black community, the sector engages in work that is done for the community instead of with the community.

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How to amplify member voices to create a culture of thought leadership

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While some may initially be reluctant to offer an opinion, members love to see their association represent their voice to policymakers, industry leaders, and the general public. Staff conversations will inspire you to generate insightful and engaging thought leadership content to represent member voices. Attend association events.

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Amplifying Female Voices: Strategies for Equitable and Inclusive Grantmaking

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Like many diversity efforts, including women’s voices in grantmaking decisions—particularly women from historically marginalized groups—doesn’t often happen organically. The first step to creating more inclusive grantmaking is understanding whose voice is being lost. Artwork by Toya Beacham See Women and Girls. Intentionally.

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Empowering Young Voices Globally in the Fight for Climate Justice

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Founded in 2015 by Salesforce.org in collaboration with Davos Middle School, Davos Codes believes the voices of the youth need to be front and center in the fight for climate justice. The post Empowering Young Voices Globally in the Fight for Climate Justice appeared first on Salesforce.org. Charlotte Kirby.

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