Pro Bono Perspectives Rewind: Summer 2021
Catch up on our latest podcast episodes from Summer 2021!
Topic: Business Case
S3E18: Gary Bagley, New York Cares
More over the last three years than any time in my tenure, people reference their service as activism… It’s led people to have a broader social justice or racial justice framework in their service that directs where they want to serve and the context around their service.
S3E17: Susan McPherson, McPherson Strategies
I’m careful not to hold companies to too high a standard because it takes time for [them] to actually move. They’re cruise ships, not row boats… We have to do everything we can to encourage these companies to do more.
Navigating the Great Resignation
Companies are turning to skills-based volunteering to boost to employee engagement and retention amidst the Great Resignation.
S3E16: Lina Klebanov, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Bridging the digital divide requires action and collaboration across an entire ecosystem – government, private sector, nonprofits – and most importantly, passionate and committed people driving change.
S3E15: Dr. Stephanie Royal, The Robin Hood Foundation
There’s no better investment than in our staff because we know that when we do so, they will be fortified and ready to address the needs of the community.
S3E13: Yusuf George, JUST Capital
Pay equity is critical and – I’d argue – one of the first things companies need to be thinking about if they’re truly wanting to commit to racial equity.
S3E12: The Trevor Project & Google.org
From the beginning, there was such mutual respect for the knowledge that we [each] brought to the table.
Deliver on Employee and Community Engagement Goals with a Skilled Volunteering Pitch Competition
Our day of service model provides opportunities for professional development, team building, and nonprofit capacity building.
Asian American Leadership Spotlight: Stuart Shih, Fidelity Investments
Stuart Shih, a Fidelity Investments skills-based volunteer, shares about authentic leadership, active listening, and a workforce development project with Skills for Rhode Island’s Future.