17 ways nonprofits can bolster their DEI efforts

08/22/24 at 02:00 AM

17 ways nonprofits can bolster their DEI efforts 
Forbes; by Dr. Ara J. Baghdasarian; 8/20/24 
Nonprofits that hope to make a meaningful, lasting and widespread impact must take an intentional approach to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Doing so can help organizations better support the communities they serve while allowing diverse viewpoints to be heard and implemented. To that end, 17 members of Forbes Nonprofit Council share their top strategies for nonprofits looking to transform their DEI efforts. From understanding your target audience to emphasizing accountability, these approaches can ensure your organization's programs are accessible, inclusive and culturally sensitive.

  1. Define Your Audience's Contexts, Needs and Barriers ...
  2. Communicate Your Efforts Clearly to the 'Frontline' ...
  3. Understand the Cultural Continuum ...
  4. Know Your Community and Seek to Represent It Fully ...
  5. Lean on Experts for What You Don't Know ...
  6. [Click on the title's link for the additional 12 strategies]

Editor's Note: Pair this with the article we posted 8/21/24, 5 DEI expectations organizations should have of all leaders

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