Communications
Communication is the act of engaging with other people, including people outside of your own organization and team. It’s a part of every role in nonprofit work, even if you don’t think of yourself as a “comms” person.
To create change, you need to listen to other people to understand their needs and priorities and perspectives. Then you need to deliver the right information to the right people. That’s communications.
The Organizer explores communications topics like public advocacy, technology tools, and ways to navigate the internal conversations that help to ensure you work remains relevant and just.
Who gets to call themselves a “tech person”?
“I’m not tech-savvy” is just one of several myths about technology that might be holding you back.
If your issue isn’t getting enough attention, you need the media
If you need public attention, you need help from the media. This strategy is known as “agenda-setting”.
How (and why) to re-think your organization’s relationship with social media
Social media is shaping every facet of nonprofit work. It’s messy, confusing, and it’s only going to get worse.
Nonprofit stories : know what to say and how to say it
Every post is a new post, every story a new story: this is the hard way to approach organizational storytelling
Be readable: Simple words win hearts and minds
If you are trying to engage people, your writing needs to be readable. Here are the basics.
Communications work and mental health
Activists today talk more openly about the darker sides of advocacy. Communications work can take a toll on mental health | The Organizer #79
Managing Relationships: Why, who, what and how
A Relationship Blueprint shows you if, when, and how to scale. Here’s how to make one.
Inbox Hero: Inbox management made simple.
In case you missed it, the Canadian Press has a dire warning for you, your inbox management is destroying the planet
Nonprofit digital advertising: why it works
Digital advertising is the cheapest, fastest, most effective way to get your organization in front of supporters.
How to build a media list to cover your cause
If your work relies on mobilizing time, resources, and attention, you likely want to find journalists and media coverage. Here’s how to get started.
When a video is worth 1.8-million words
Consider how video content can help your organization communicate better with your supporters.
The power of a compelling brand
A guide for branding nonprofits: staying consistent, being unique, and telling a good story.