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8 Types of Non-Inclusive Language To Avoid

Whole Whale

The Inclusivity Tool was designed to help content creators follow the best practices around using inclusive language. Many organizations have been working with marginalized populations for decades while the study of how language impacts culture is only in its infancy. Commonly seen when referring to professions (e.g.

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Why is Person First Language Important and 7 Ways You Can Start Using It Right Now

Whole Whale

We’re usually not taught to speak with person-first language. Person-first language is more inclusive of people with disabilities, centering someone’s humanity over their disability or condition. It may be a bit wordier, but it’s important to learn how to use person-first language and avoid its opposite, identity-first language.

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A Guide to Email Accessibility Best Practices for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Email accessibility refers to the art of crafting email messages in a way that ensures equal usability and understanding for all individuals. Key criteria for nonprofits to consider when designing emails for accessibility include: Ensure that your brand colors pass ADA contrast ratio guidelines of 4.5:1

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Top Ten Data Challenges (And Solutions) for Associations

Association Analytics

You turn to them for help because you know something is amiss, but you might not know where to start or have a frame of reference for how to come up with a solution. Provide context you can refer back to. It can be a challenge to get everyone on board with one language when things have been done differently in the past.

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Your Organization: Now Available in Any Language

Tech Soup

Tear Down the Language Barrier. With Ultralingua, you can put language reference and translation tools at your staff's and volunteers' fingertips, while saving the cost, paper, and shelf space of printed books. Ultralingua includes a verb conjugation tool, grammar references, number translation, and flashcards.

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Integrating Digital & Direct Mail Fundraising: 3 Strategies

Get Fully Funded

Omnichannel marketing refers to the integration of both digital and offline touchpoints with consumers as they move through the marketing funnel, all while keeping branding and messaging consistent for a seamless user experience. Reference your donation page. And above all, always include your nonprofit’s name and logo prominently.

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How to Make Analytics a Priority – Finally!

Association Analytics

These will support your business case by aligning with your goals: Consistent, trusted data with standard interactive reports using a common language that employees throughout your organization easily understand – all in a secure data warehouse. Communicate to leadership and staff in their language. Leverage the community.

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