Intercultural competence and the IDI®: The first step to intercultural empowerment and effective equity, diversity, and inclusion

Interpersonal and intercultural communication could be more of a joy rather than a chore if informed by self-awareness about how effectively you bridge diversity and cultural/value differences between yourself and others. At the outset, this distinct form of self-awareness can...

7 critical nonprofit HR functions you should not neglect

Includes 17 FREE HR resources designed to elevate and optimize nonprofit HR Serving the community is not an easy thing to do and nonprofits like yours deserve a triumphant salute for your relentless efforts and never-ending commitment. So here we...

Nonprofit management liability: What prospective board members need to know

Originally posted on hubinternational.com The last several years have been challenging for nonprofit organizations, as they’ve battled increased instances of fraud and employment-related difficulties while struggling to balance budgets in an economy squeezed by a global pandemic. These circumstances have...

The dangers of the rumour mill

A key principle that runs through all of the dismissal cases we report on is that employers are free to terminate employment relationships, with the provision of notice or payment in lieu of notice.  The exception is where the law...

Demystifying insurance: What nonprofits need to know to protect their operations

Nonprofit leaders are often so focused on building and supporting communities that they forget to protect themselves and their organizations too. If you have an office full of employees and volunteers, not to mention a board of directors, you need...

7 significant HR documents most nonprofits are missing

We’ve tucked away a bonus policy inside the blog. Can you find it? Are you tempted to put off the task of reviewing and preparing your HR documents? Maybe it’s time to rethink that approach. You’ll likely have had more...

5 reasons your job posting isn’t working

In 2022, there is no denying the unique value that young, diverse talent can bring to your organization. Tapping into the youth population can help employers address growing talent shortages, increase workforce diversity, improve retention rates, and more.  But if...

Why nonprofit organizations should (re)hire volunteer engagement professionals

In the midst of COVID’s sixth wave, Canada’s nonprofit sector continues to struggle with uncertainty and increased demand on services. While we don’t have exact percentages on how many volunteer engagement (VE) professionals (often referred to as Managers or Coordinators...

7 huge benefits for nonprofits when they outsource HR

As a nonprofit Executive Director, you are probably accustomed to needing to wear multiple hats to continuously run your organization while saving funds. But did you know, doing it all on your own could actually be costing you money?  ...

Self Care: From burnout to boundaries

While the topic of self care has been around for decades, it has had even more of a spotlight on it recently, as we continue to move forward in our daily lives during these uncharted times.  A highly requested webinar...