By Atokatha Ashmond Brew
on Monday, June 8th, 2020 in Nonprofit HR News. No Comments
While 52% of the organizations that responded to the 2019 Nonprofit Diversity Practices survey have a formal diversity and inclusion statement, only 22% of organizations have a staff person who is solely responsible for the organization’s diversity efforts. Less than a third (31%) of the organizations surveyed have a formal diversity strategy and 42% of respondents … Read more
By Atokatha Ashmond Brew
on Monday, June 8th, 2020 in Nonprofit HR News. No Comments
The issue of elitism continues to exist in social sector leadership. However, this problem is not exclusive to leadership staff; the vast majority of nonprofit organizations lack diversity on their boards, as well. Lack of diversity on nonprofit boards is especially concerning because developing a diverse leadership team, recruiting and retaining a diverse staff, and … Read more
By Atokatha Ashmond Brew
on Monday, June 8th, 2020 in Career Coaching, Careers, Education, Nonprofit HR News. No Comments
There has never been a more timely opportunity for social impact leaders to demonstrate their commitment to diversity. However, many CEOs may find themselves with a need to self-examine their leadership competencies, particularly when it comes to diversity, equity and inclusion. In a post-pandemic economy, mission-driven organizations have the unique power to lead through action … Read more
By Atokatha Ashmond Brew
on Monday, June 8th, 2020 in Nonprofit HR News. No Comments
Spoiler Alert: We’re not writing a new chapter. This is a whole new perfect-bound book! Dear Social Impact Leader! Over the past few months, we have watched the COVID-19 outbreak explode into a global crisis infecting over a million people and resulting in hundreds of thousands of deaths. Billions have been forced to overhaul their … Read more
By Atokatha Ashmond Brew
on Friday, June 5th, 2020 in Nonprofit HR News. No Comments
When was the last time that your organization reviewed its diversity statement? Perhaps the recent global events have created a new opportunity. If you are seeking information on whether or not a diversity statement matters, or if your current statement should be updated to reflect your core values, mission and vision, the answer is yes! … Read more
By Atokatha Ashmond Brew
on Friday, June 5th, 2020 in Nonprofit HR News, Nonprofit HR Practices, Recruitment, Talent Acquisition. No Comments
While the national discussion has moved toward the triad of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), we have seen countless examples of unsuccessful attempts to tackle the basic foundation of diversity. Further, the types of challenges we are called on to solve speak to the fact that many nonprofits lack a true “diversity” strategy. Many human … Read more
By Atokatha Ashmond Brew
on Wednesday, June 3rd, 2020 in Nonprofit HR News. No Comments
3 Foundational Principles for Managing Change During Challenging Times It’s no secret that employers are experiencing unprecedented times. The 21st century has ushered in a series of seismic shifts which are rocking a world that was already experiencing turbulence. Amid this, and as social sector leaders search for a new normal, you still have to … Read more
By Atokatha Ashmond Brew
on Monday, June 1st, 2020 in Nonprofit HR News. No Comments
Dear Colleagues and Champions for Social Impact: It is with deep concern about the state of race relations in our nation that I write this letter. On the heels of what has already been a trying time in the world, this past week, our nation witnessed a horrific set of events. From the experience in … Read more
By Atokatha Ashmond Brew
on Monday, June 1st, 2020 in Nonprofit HR News. No Comments
By Atokatha Ashmond Brew
on Monday, June 1st, 2020 in Nonprofit HR News. No Comments
