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How can diversity, equity and inclusion strategies help nonprofits stay relevant?

ASU Lodestar Center

Diversity highlights all the ways in which people differ; equity is the fair treatment, access, opportunity and advancement for all individuals; and inclusion is the act of creating environments where all individuals and groups can feel welcomed, respected, supported and valued to fully participate.

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5 things to know about philanthropy to HBCUs

Candid

This increase, therefore, does not reflect philanthropic trends to the broader HBCU community. HBCU students are] in a learning environment that’s a safe, brave, and encouraging space for them to be fully who they are.” Smith University, with whom The Duke Endowment had a longstanding relationship.

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Developing staff technology skills in your nonprofit

NTEN

Maybe it imparts knowledge, but people can’t transfer that to a real-life environment. Match the learning environment as closely as possible to the environment where people must apply the skill. Provide opportunities for people to learn by watching, reading, practicing, and reflecting.

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2023 Top Nonprofit Conferences

Whole Whale

While in-person events are beginning to open up again, many have pivoted to a hybrid learning environment. Scheduled one week after the Midterm elections, we will amplify the learnings and reflections from the previous Upswell events, tackle what the political landscape means for our communities, and look ahead to 2023.”

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Gamification vs Game-Based eLearning: Do You know the Difference?

Gyrus

Gamification is not a game and does not imply that learners will be playing video games and learn through it. Gamification is the technique of using game elements and mechanics in the learning environment. Let’s take a very simple example to understand how it exactly engages the learning audience.

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BIPOC Leadership Challenges: 26 Tips To Increase Accessibility Across The Nonprofit Sector

Bloomerang

They do however face unique challenges, which are numerous and varied, reflecting the complex and evolving nature of the nonprofit sector as a whole. Networking can be second nature to those raised in that environment, but completely alien to others. Add advancement of BIPOC staff where you can.

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At AFP Lead in Houston, Nonprofit Leadership Alliance students prepare for leadership liftoff

ASU Lodestar Center

We spent the day grouped with new leaders in the nonprofit sector learning vital skills for leadership and management. We listened to lectures, participated in reflections and had the chance to hear about real life experiences in the sector. The future is here — we are its leaders! Support the NLASA.

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