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.
Writing is part of every aspect of nonprofit work, from leadership to planning to fundraising to advocacy to service.
To make sure your message is being heard, give yourself time for outreach on every single project.
Social media doesn’t have to be a headache at a small nonprofit, if you stick to a simple plan and a realistic schedule.
If you want to connect with the people using your nonprofit website, be curious. Watch who comes and what they care about.
It shouldn’t be hard to explain what you do in a way that is inspiring and consistent.