All categories and types

    Clear all

    Leadership

    Joel Roberts Poinsett: Namesake of the poinsettia, enslaver, secret agent and perpetrator of the ‘Trail of Tears’

    During the holiday season, the flower can be seen everywhere, but few people know the origins of the iconic Christmas flower.

    See Full Resource

    Leadership

    Hope and trust, and gratitude for our sector

    In the face of what at times seem to be hopeless causes undertaken by those in the nonprofit sector, we can lean on trusting in people committed to fighting injustice.

    See Full Resource

    Race Equity

    How to Infuse Liberatory Principles into Work Practices

    Longstanding talent practices follow principles of extraction that create dominant and subordinate groups, using theories of liberation can create space for all to thrive.

    See Full Resource

    Race Equity

    DEI Work Is a Marathon, Not a Sprint

    Much like in running, DEI work is about sustaining momentum and pushing through obstacles, not giving in to the urge to quit or slow down, but refocusing on the next step.

    See Full Resource

    Leadership

    Helping People Find Their Way Back to Each Other

    Restorative conversations involve exploring emotions, some unpleasant and difficult to express, on the other side lies deeper understanding and more productive relationships.

    See Full Resource

    Leadership

    Address to the Leadership Fellows of New York

    Odell Mays share his insights on leadership development as a commencement speaker at Leadership Fellows New York's Spring 2023 commencement ceremony.

    See Full Resource

    Race Equity

    How to and How Not to Hire a Racial Equity Consultant

    A short list of what to look out for and avoid when searching for a racial equity consultant for your organization.

    See Full Resource

    Race Equity

    2023 Racial Equity Case Stories

    As a companion to the Racial Equity Organizational Self-Assessments, the United Philanthropy Forum has shared four case stories from their member organizations.

    See Full Resource

    Leadership

    Grant Making Groups Stand Firm in Defense of Race-Based Philanthropy

    Independent Sector along with the Council of Foundations, have filed a friend of the court brief in support of the Fearless Foundation.

    See Full Resource