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Can Nonprofits Lobby? The Answer is YES!

Can Nonprofits Lobby? The Answer is YES!

Each year in February, state legislative sessions begin across the country. It is an exciting time and opportunity for nonprofits – with new possibilities for proactive policy change to better address social issues in our communities.   Whenever I discuss this the...

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Q&A on Successful Nonprofit Collaboration

Q&A on Successful Nonprofit Collaboration

I just had lunch with a dear friend who asked me a question I often hear as a teacher, consultant and community advocate: “Why is collaboration so hard?” I laughed a little and then explained it was the same reason why personal relationships are difficult. People go...

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Behavioral Economics Meets the Social Sector

Behavioral Economics Meets the Social Sector

Do you know why offices and hotels have mirrors in their elevators? One reason is because people will focus on fixing stray hairs and smoothing out wrinkled clothing rather than how long the elevator is taking and, as a result, be happier. This strange but true fact...

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