The writers are getting really good at these convergences: @mackenziescott issues new tranche of grants, in an attempt "to give away a fortune that was enabled by systems in need of change" same day that NYT publishes maj. story on Amazon work conditions
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2021/06/15/us/amazon-workers.html
I'm thrilled to share with you @DisabRightsFund's 2020 Annual Report! It was a labor of love to tell our story, so I hope you enjoy reading it! https://disabilityrightsfund.org/about/annual-reports/ #Disability #HumanRights #ShiftThePower
This happens all the time, sometimes by well-meaning orgs that select leaders from marginalized communities but the orgs haven’t done the work changing its culture and preparing for these leaders, which then leads to failure https://twitter.com/MsSMoreau/status/1398209039234916354
I’ve learned about the Glass Cliff today. Organisations that are failing/in crisis point are more likely to appoint an unrepresented leader - a woman or racial minority. This is then misconstrued as the minoritised leader having led to the failure.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5nMbKkgqork
Anti-racism and social justice work requires examining how we do things, why we do them, and asking who really benefits. In this examination, many organizations are rethinking and redesigning their approaches, norms, and practices to be more responsive, racially just, and rooted in humanity. Here are just a few projects and people who have inspired… Read more »
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Talent Citizen is by far the best outside partner, consultant, etc. I have worked with in my nearly twenty years in advancement. Their agility, their flexibility, their creativity, their compassion, and sense of humor is unparalleled- not to mention that they’re really good at finding great candidates. Talent Citizen helped in my critical thinking around… Read more »
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Equitable Evaluation Initiative Welcomes Martha Cecilia Ovadia as Director of Strategic Communications & Media Relations Martha Cecilia Ovadia (Marci) has worked for more than 15 years in service of the work of justice and liberation for all across multiple sectors, including local government, academia, academic publishing and the philanthropic sector. She has significant experience in… Read more »
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New Mexico State University Welcomes Connor Adams as Director of Development for Major Gifts Talent Citizen is pleased to announce the appointment of Connor J. Adams as the Lead University Advancement Development Officer at New Mexico State University Foundation. As an experienced university and education fundraiser, Connor is passionate about the power of education as… Read more »
Filed Under: Placement HighlightAs we face a new year, we’re reminded to give a nod to the various authors and influences who’ve been informing us at Talent Citizen. Looking forward to 2021, we resolve to hold space for the difficulties of this past year and we hope to embody a spirit of gratitude and optimism as we move… Read more »
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Hackley School Welcomes Ariana Aguilar as Director of Annual Giving Talent Citizen is pleased to announce the appointment of Ariana Aguilar as the Director of Annual Giving at the Hackley School. For the past 15 years, Ariana has developed her expertise in advancement and partnership-building in the nonprofit sector. Her extensive experience fundraising in education-based… Read more »
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Transforming Mindsets through Meditation We highly recommend you try this stress relieving guided meditation written and narrated by Uma Viswanathan, Senior Program Officer at Robert Wood Johnson Foundation who supports leadership that builds a Culture of Health. Uma’s guiding mission is to “invest in people as catalysts of their own transformation.” Part of Uma’s professional… Read more »
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“It’s Time for a Reckoning and Redesign of Executive Search” Organizations must shift their mindset and practices from a posture of identifying strong leaders to one of changing their culture in order to attract different leaders, Tracy Welsh and Makeba Greene coauthor this piece detailing the harmful biases in executive search, and the changes that… Read more »
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Hackley School Welcomes Aisha Laspina-Rodriguez as Director of Communications Talent Citizen is thrilled to announce the appointment of Aisha Laspina-Rodriguez as the new Director of Communications of the Hackley School. An innovative and resourceful storyteller with expertise in strategic integrated communications, Aisha brings valuable experience in growing brand awareness in the fields of education and… Read more »
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Pegah Faed Joins First 5 Marin as New Executive Director Talent Citizen is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Pegah Faed, PhD, as the new Executive Director of First 5 Marin. A systems thinker with deep expertise in integrated public health and cross-sector collaboration, Dr. Faed brings a valuable combination of experiences in research,… Read more »
Filed Under: Placement HighlightIn recognition of Congressman John Lewis’ life, work, and legacy, the team at Talent Citizen has turned to these examples and pathways in inspiring the continuation of our work to stir good trouble. New York Times | Together, You Can Redeem the Soul of Our Nation Community Centric Fundraising | Welcome to the… Read more »
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