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Racial Equity Practices that Move the Needle Forward
Plenty of research covers the racism, discrimination, and unfair treatment that Black individuals face, especially in the workplace. Leaders in the social sector and corporate social responsibility space must lead by example, set the standard for eradicating discrimination and bias,…
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Black Leadership Spotlight: Ola Duru, Common Impact
In celebration of Black History Month, we highlight an outstanding leader at Common Impact: Ola Dudu, Chief Operating Officer. Ola leads technology, finance, talent, and operations functions in service of Common Impact’s mission of creating stronger communities and a connected…
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Nonprofit Leadership Spotlight: Anna Verdiyan, America Needs You
Today we hear from Anna Verdiyan Chief Operating Officer (COO) at America Needs You an organization that "fights for economic mobility for ambitious, first-generation college students by providing transformative mentorship and intensive career development."
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How to Beat the Post-Holiday Slump: Keeping Employees Engaged and Productive in the New Year
Post-holiday season fatigue. Coming back to work after the holiday break is tough for us all. But the sluggishness we associate with the first weeks of the new year can extend long into January and beyond if left unchecked. Learn…
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The Year-Round Benefits of Skills-Based Volunteering
Oftentimes Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and Corporate Social Responsibility strategies (CSR) exist in different silos. Yet, they have common causes such as increasing employee engagement and workplace satisfaction and building brand loyalty with their customers.
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Creating an Impactful Corporate Philanthropy Program
Employees, customers, and shareholders want to see the companies they support championing social causes they care about, such as sustainability, equitable healthcare, and community development. CSR (corporate social responsibility) programs is one way businesses meet this need.
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Pro Bono Tools for Change
Today, the impulse to create social change is felt far beyond the legal profession. People everywhere are demonstrating a renewed commitment to dismantling the social and racial inequality that destabilizes our societies and the environmental emergencies that threaten our planet,…
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Developing Nonprofit Leadership Through Skills-Based Volunteering
Skills-based volunteering programming can be a great way to invest in talent without having to seek funding for it. Learn how to develop nonprofit leadership through skills-based volunteering program manager opportunities!
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Fostering Inclusion in the Workplace and Community
Hispanic Heritage Month is also a time to re-examine the issues and struggles of marginalized communities, affirm their contributions, and recommit to championing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in our communities and workplace.
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Nonprofit Leadership Spotlight: Demetrius Amparan, Young Chicago Authors
Young Chicago Authors is dedicated to empowering young people from all backgrounds to understand the inherited value of their stories and experiences while reimagining their possibilities through the power of words and language. YCA operates on the premises that unlocking…
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Volunteer Spotlight: Wendy Cown, Charles Schwab
"Skills-based volunteering gives me another opportunity to explore who I am in a professional context. It allows me to bring more of myself to work, stretch my skills in new areas, and gain confidence in areas outside my core expertise."
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Reassessing Organizational CSR and DEI Strategy
Increasingly, employees choose to work for companies with robust Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies and programs. Inclusive work environments promote employee satisfaction and better work culture, leading to positive outcomes such as hitting business…
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How Your Company Can Take Climate Action Now
Encourage your employer to do some real good by putting the considerable weight of their resources, capital, and talent behind climate action.
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Asian American Pacific Islander Leadership Spotlight: Elena Zee, Arizona Council on Economic Education
In celebration of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Common Impact is proud to highlight AAPI leaders like Elena Zee, President & CEO of the Arizona Council on Economic Education (ACEE).
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Volunteer Spotlight: R. Mitchell Thomas, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
This National Volunteer Month, hear how five-time Common Impact volunteer R. Mitchell Thomas of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts applies his specialized expertise to enhance the work of nonprofits like Legendary Legacies.