Nonprofit HR’s Blog

At Nonprofit HR, we recognize the concerns many of you have about the recent executive orders and policy shifts that could impact the programs and initiatives that have helped build and sustain diverse, inclusive and equitable workplaces. These changes raise pressing questions about the future — how to support your workforce, maintain psychological safety and uphold a culture where employees feel a sense of belonging.

For over 25 years, we have worked exclusively with the social impact sector, helping organizations like yours navigate complex talent challenges. Please know that we are still working alongside other sector-focused organizations to understand the full extent of these policy shifts and are monitoring developments closely. More importantly, we are here to support you and your teams during this time of uncertainty.

To help, we have included the above link to a resource published by the National Council of Nonprofits and have curated the below selection of resources to assist you in making informed decisions and supporting your workforce through these changes. 

The speed and implications for these changes can feel daunting, but you are not alone. We remain committed to equipping you with the tools and insights you need to sustain your mission and your people. If you need to talk with any of our DEI or Talent Management experts, please don’t hesitate.

Resources you may find useful:

• Nonprofit HR Whitepaper: From Resistance to Persistence: EDIJ 2024 and Beyond
• Arnold & Porter: Trump Administration Rescinds Certain Equal Employment-Related Executive Orders and Prohibits Illegal “DEI”
• SHRM: How to Adjust DEI Initiatives Under Trump’s New Guidelines
• Josh Bersin: Despite Political Firestorm Diversity Initiatives are Alive and Well
• Crowell: What Private Employers Should Know Following President Trump’s Executive Order On Sex and Gender Identity
• Harvard Business Review: What Comes After DEI
• Harvard Business Review: Continuing the Work of DEI, No Matter What Your Company Calls It

With you in service,

Lisa Brown Alexander
Founder, Nonprofit HR
Senior Managing Principal, Nonprofit Practice, OneDigital