Join us for this important conversation, co-sponsored by CCP and Philanthropy New York
More funders are committing to centering DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) in the workplace, but community leaders point to the need for DEI initiatives that demonstrate values-centered approaches – initiatives that go deeper and don't simply rely on quantitative performative measures, like ad-hoc committees or diverse representation in leadership. Donors and philanthropy organizations often prioritize these quantitative metrics in their funding decisions related to racial justice organizations and initiatives as well.
In response to this trend, Service Never Sleeps (SNS), a Black-led organization itself, launched a research project focused on the question, "What does it mean to be Black-Led?" to center and learn from Black leaders' experience and values-centered approaches as the way forward to building equitable organizations and workplaces.
Please join us for a snapshot presentation on this research project led by SNS' co-founders, where they will share the data and findings from engaging 27 nonprofit leaders and race equity experts and what the next phase of the project will look like. There will be time in breakout groups to reflect with your peers.
What will you learn?
How to deepen your understanding of what being a Black-led organization means beyond the traditional qualifiers of leadership demographics
Insights on the unique value and experience Black leaders offer and common barriers that they face
What allyship and solidarity can look like in relation to supporting Black leaders, supporting Black-Led organizations, and being pro-Black
The role that philanthropy can play in advancing this work
Presenters
- Samson Girma, COO and Co-Founder, Service Never Sleeps
- Whitney Parnell, CEO and Co-Founder, Service Never Sleeps
Who should attend?
Staff and board of CCP member organizations.
Registration
Please read your registration confirmation email carefully for instructions to receive the zoom link.
Please email aadams@ctphilanthropy.org with questions or for further information on this program.