Category: Diversity Equity Inclusion
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Showcasing the diversity of our community
As expressed in YNPNdc’s overarching Diversity Statement, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is founded on our belief that a healthy, viable and inclusive nonprofit sector must reflect the richness of the communities it serves. For the past year, YNPNdc has been collecting demographic data of its board members and volunteers through an open-ended and…
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Everything Speaker Series: Mentorship Tips for Nonprofit Success with Lisa Rice
Last month, we held the inaugural event of our Everything Speaker Series! We were joined by the President and CEO of the National Fair Housing Alliance (NAFA), Lisa Rice, who shared her experience and advice on mentorship. Here are 6 gems Rice shared with us that you can use to become a stronger leader and…
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Black History Month
Black History Month is a unique time in the nonprofit sector. While the month of February highlights the historical impact that so many in the African American community have had in the history of our nation and our world, it can also highlight how far we still have to go. A 2015 study by…
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Happy International Day of Persons With Disabilities!
Today, we celebrate the International Day of Persons with Disabilities for 2021! In 1992, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed the observance of this day to increase understanding of disability issues and of the economic, political, and social disparities experienced by people with disabilities. In efforts to support the rights and well-being of these…
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A Follow-Up Note to Our Community
On May 17, we made a statement denouncing the oppression of the Palestinian people. We received feedback that created an opportunity for the Board of Directors to pause and have a conversation about our values as an organization. We learned it is important to be mindful of the language we use when amplifying issues of…
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The Case for Sharing your Feedback with YNPNdc
While YNPNdc has always aimed to be an inclusive space for young nonprofit professionals to effect change in the greater community, we understand that there is more work to be done to champion the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee plans to take a critical look at our strategy,…
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Condemning Violence Against the Palestinian People
As we continue to reckon with and work towards dismantling oppressive systems here in the United States, we have a responsibility to speak out against oppression happening beyond our borders. We condemn the heinous acts of sustained violence being carried out against people in Palestine. We encourage our members to read thisbeginner’s guide for those…
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Grief and solidarity with our Asian & Pacific Islander community
Statement by YNPNdc Board of Directors Our hearts are broken as we process the heinous murders of eight people, including six Asian women, this week in Atlanta. This news comes after months of hate and violence toward the Asian and Pacific Islander community since the pandemic began, as well as a long history of fear and…
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We Stand With Our Black Peers: Resources for Dismantling Systemic Racism Within the Nonprofit Sector
YNPNdc is committed to fostering a more diverse and inclusive nonprofit workforce and we firmly stand with our Black and Brown peers across race, class, and power in demanding change to the systematic and structural racism that continues to negatively impact and take the lives of Black and Brown men, women, and children. Washington, DC…
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How We Recognize Women’s History Month
YNPNdc is reflecting on the enduring resilience of women all around the world, and honoring the contributions that women have made to our history, culture, and society. Every year, the National Women’s History Alliance (NWHA) chooses a theme to guide its programming and vision, and this year’s theme is “Visionary Women: Champions of Peace &…