By: Jennifer Vickery, National Strategies PR There's no question that diversity is important in any sector, but it's especially crucial for nonprofit leaders. When organizations reflect the diversity of the communities they serve, they're better able to meet the needs of those communities. That's why it's...
Diversity is valuable in the workplace because mixing diverse individuals leads to greater creativity and innovation and increased productivity. Having a team composed of people from varying backgrounds and languages also helps you connect to a wider audience. And when job satisfaction results in more...
Candy Martin, Founder of the A.K. Legacy Foundation This month, we are once again proud to name the recipient of the Keepers of the Flame Scholarship to Candy Martin. She is making strides as she created a foundation that provides professional development, financial literacy and disaster...
By: Jennifer Vickery, National Strategies PR Mental Health is an important aspect for all human beings, especially for those working in nonprofits and helping others in the community and often with sensitive topics. As a nonprofit PR Specialist, I want to shine light on some initiatives...
Tiffany Brown, owner of Wicks NOLA Candle Company in New Orleans When Tiffany’s brick-and-mortar business experienced a fire, she knew she wanted to rebuild her hard work. Before the incident, she ran a successful e-commerce and physical business and was on an amazing trajectory. Recently named a...
Adults reporting increased anxiety, depression, stress, and suicidal thoughts have been rising in the past two years. Lifestyle changes such as quarantine, social distancing, curfews, and lockdowns to protect our physical health have negatively impacted many individuals’ mental health. For many nonprofit workers, the demand...