NonProfit Quarterly

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Image Credit: Photo by Andrea Piacquadio on Pexels For Black Americans, health statistics are staggering, with dire implications. Effective health education isn’t just about providing information; it’s about empowering individuals and communities to advocate for their health and make informed decisions.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Unfortunately, there are not many health clinics nearby where Elisa can get easy access to primary care with her Medicaid insurance. Life expectancy can differ up to 30 years in the US between different zip codes in the same state, indicating the significance of socioeconomic, environmental, and social factors in driving health outcomes.

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Health Public and Social Policy Entrepreneurship Food 130

Stanford Social Innovation Review

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Amidst this historical context, the nation’s strides in maternal and child health take on a significant mantle, showcasing the power of renewal. And an impressive 93 percent of women deliver their babies in health-care facilities. One of the key elements driving this accomplishment has been the education and training of midwives.

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Health Medical Culture Psychology 124

The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Team Rubicon is widely known for its innovation and unique culture. Secretary of Health and Human Service Nancy Brown Chief Executive Officer American Heart Association Under Brown’s leadership as CEO since 2008, the AHA has become a global authority on cardiovascular and brain health as well as overall well-being.

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NonProfit Quarterly

MAY 9, 2023

The piece struck a chord with many NPQ readers, as it did for the Health Justice desk. Looking back on that time offline, I recognize how important it was to my work as a health justice practitioner to create space for play, creativity, and dreaming. million fund to enable sabbaticals for BIPOC leaders.

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Health Public and Social Policy Healthcare Medical 105

Stanford Social Innovation Review

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Weak social connections represent an equivalent health risk to smoking and obesity. Here are several tenets of public health and how they are playing out addressing social isolation and loneliness across the globe. Help Health Care Professionals Diagnose Loneliness Diagnosis is the first step to treatment.

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Health Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management 138

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Offer mental health days. Mental health and physical health are equally important, but at many organizations, employees are expected to only take sick days for their physical health. Mental health resources. Provide quality health insurance. Establish a supportive culture.

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NonProfit Quarterly

APRIL 19, 2023

Understanding the role private equity is playing in health care is critical; only then can we begin to design solutions to the healthcare system that center public and community ownership. In 2021, that number was $206 billion, as reported by Kaiser Health News —enough to purchase 1,400 hospitals and other healthcare firms.

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Stanford Social Innovation Review

OCTOBER 24, 2022

These communities lack access to health care , struggle with food insecurity and water scarcity , and generally have difficulty meeting basic needs. The program is now starting to provide access to financing, as well as health services in countries such as Indonesia and Mexico, including guidance on self-care, nutrition, and family planning.

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Health Public and Social Policy Environmental Governance 122

Stanford Social Innovation Review

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Households are a function of housing as much as culture. In 2020 , the median cost of in-home care with a home health aide was $54,912; the median cost of a private room in a nursing home was double the cost of a home health aide, at $105,850. Children grow up and leave their parents behind, starting new “nuclear” family units.

Public and Social Policy 116

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NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 4, 2024

Advancing innovations that lead to equitable and sustainable solutions in the healthcare system requires interrogating the inequities embedded within research, design, and testing processes for novel health solutions, as well as diversifying the people involved at each stage.

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Health Ethics Race and Ethnicity Medical 95

Fundraising Leadership

MAY 12, 2024

as part of her mission to seek federal funding for the 2023 Advancing Menopause Care and Mid-Life Women’s Health Act. For the more than 11 million women in this country ages 35-60—plus the millions in perimenopause and post-menopause—addressing such a personal health fact might seem out of place in public or at work.

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Anedot

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Located in beautiful Novato/Marin County/CA, our workplace culture is driven by our five values: teamwork and collaboration, equity, excellence, integrity, and learning and continuous improvement. Experience working with electronic health records and Medi-Cal.

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NonProfit Quarterly

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Examples of neurodivergence include neurological conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, Tourette syndrome, dyslexia, and other conditions related to mental health and learning differences. Neurodivergence falls under the invisible (hidden) disability umbrella.

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Anedot

JANUARY 14, 2025

Work closely with Program Manager to foster a positive, culturally affirming climate in the classroom and obtain guidance as needed. Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual (Spanish)/bicultural Conditions of Hire: Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless granted a medical or religious exemption. Works well with others as part of a team.

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Education Education Medical Children 52

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Image credit: skyNext on istock.com “We have observed a disconcerting pattern where Black women leaders are vacating their roles, with some leaving the non-profit sector altogether, citing hostility toward their leadership, strain on their health and well-being, unfair job expectations, and limited opportunities for career progression” (3).

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Leadership Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit governance and management Culture 145

The NonProfit Times

MAY 15, 2024

By Samantha Hunter After the COVID-19 pandemic, there is now a greater spotlight on the medical profession and community. Prospective donors are inspired by the hard work and dedication of physicians, nurses, research scientists and medical professionals. Why Prioritize This Role?

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Candid

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

In another example, the American Cancer Society used AI to examine GoFundMe campaigns and found that over one-third of fundraising stories explicitly described financial hardships caused by medical issues. They understand the states health inequities and the need to address those gaps didnt come about in a few short years.

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Health Ethics Foundations Technology 52

Fundraising Leadership

MARCH 1, 2024

Read more from Gloria Feldt on women’s history Recently many celebrities have shared their health struggles in order to destigmatize issues and educate. “ “ Recently many celebrities have shared their health struggles in order to destigmatize issues and educate.

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NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 10, 2023

I went to medical school. I was a financial aid student in medical school. It guided me when I was an undergrad, and in medical school. And then I went to [Weill] Medical College, Cornell University, in New York City—and I did a residency at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in New York City. CS: And how old were you?

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Health Medical Leadership Healthcare 118

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 26, 2025

Some of the people most vulnerable to long-term health problems from the fires, like lung issues from air pollution, are disabled. This is especially hard when most large conferences , including AWP, no longer require masks , proof of vaccinations, or take other health safety measures.

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Insurance Public and Nonprofit Management Health Food 74

Stanford Social Innovation Review

JUNE 19, 2024

In those cases, local capacity building and a train-the-trainers model offers a promising path to close gaps in access to health, education, and other necessary social benefits. In contrast, during medical training in high-income countries, residents might benefit from the knowledge and techniques of over 50 trainers.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

AUGUST 22, 2022

This year’s conference breakout speakers address some of the most pressing issues facing nonprofit professionals, from acquiring and retaining top talent and leading like an entrepreneur to prioritizing yourself in a non-stop world and embracing an inclusive culture. Culture and P.R.A.I.S.E. Culture and P.R.A.I.S.E.

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Anedot

OCTOBER 22, 2024

As a Behavioral Health Clinician, the primary focus of this role is to provide therapy services/behavioral health interventions to individuals, families and groups of Canal Alliance clients. We are a nonprofit champion of immigrants who are challenged by a lack of resources and an unfamiliar environment.

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Health Insurance Medical Psychology 52

Stanford Social Innovation Review

OCTOBER 16, 2023

An Inspiration In the eyes of medical experts , the future of medicine is to prioritize keeping people healthy for longer periods. For example, the Australian Medical Association’s recent health vision is a departure from a tradition of what they call “sickcare” to a genuine health care. Medicine 3.0: Medicine 2.0

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Philanthropy Homelessness Psychology Health 139

Anedot

AUGUST 29, 2024

Behavioral Health Clinician JOB DESCRIPTION This is a hybrid position Canal Alliance is currently piloting a 4 Day Work Week, with business hours Monday –Thursday, 8am-6pm. In partnership with the larger BH team, this position will support internal staff via mental health consultations, crisis response and training on mental health topics.

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Health Insurance Medical Psychology 52

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 1, 2024

In this section, let’s explore how AI can revolutionize social work practices in three key areas: elder care, mental health support for veterans, and education for children on the autism spectrum. At the same time, another may benefit more from exposure therapy and medication.

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Ethics Curriculum and Teaching Nonprofit Administration and Development Health 130

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Such weather events impact the health of individuals living in affected communities. Low-income individuals live with higher rates of chronic disease , are more likely to be exposed to environmental hazards , have substandard housing, and often lack access to nutritious foods and adequate medical care.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

JANUARY 11, 2016

Religious organizations are most likely to retain their communications staff (even though the pay is below average), where associations and arts/culture organizations are more likely to lose them sooner.

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Communication Public and Nonprofit Management Medical Philanthropy 103

NonProfit Quarterly

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

From shorter life expectancy to abysmal rates of child mortality to higher incidence of chronic health conditions, Black Americans continue to see poorer outcomes from medicine than their White peers. Uché Blackstock, MD, confronts a medical system that has failed and continues to fail BIPOC Americans.

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Healthcare Medical Health Education 93

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

According to Dr. Sará King— neuroscientist, medical anthropologist, and founder of Mind Heart Consulting —“we actually have been imbued with superpowers” that enable healing. Recommendations for effective treatment, as outlined in the report, include new pain medication and reducing barriers to healthcare providers.

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Energy Healthcare Medical Activism 134

NonProfit Quarterly

JULY 24, 2023

After moving to the San Joaquin Valley in California, dairy worker José Federico Sierra saw his asthma worsen; his sister Antonia Sierra Martínez, a community health worker, developed asthma too. Many farms seem to have a culture of “warning each other when routine inspection ‘sweeps’ are occurring.”

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Agriculture Food Law Health 98

Stanford Social Innovation Review

MARCH 22, 2023

By Sida Ly-Xiong After completing a leadership fellowship program for women of color, a program participant accepted a position as director of citizen engagement and education at a state public health agency in the United States. What support do we need to foster a culture of learning, risk, and mutual vulnerability?

Public and Social Policy 124

Public and Social Policy Leadership Health Public and Nonprofit Management 124

NonProfit Quarterly

AUGUST 7, 2023

Robert Shmerling at Harvard Health, the United States “scores poorly on many key health measures, including life expectancy, preventable hospital admissions, suicide, and maternal mortality.” Yet even analysis by race and income fails to get at the underlying cause of disparities in our health system.

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Leadership Healthcare Health Medical 93

Anedot

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Located in beautiful Novato/Marin County/CA, our workplace culture is driven by our five values: teamwork and collaboration, equity, excellence, integrity, and learning and continuous improvement. Join an organization dedicated to providing a supportive and professional working environment. 16 hours per week.

Food 52

Food Participation and motivation Non-Profits Nonprofit Administration and Development 52

NonProfit Hub

JUNE 2, 2014

For the third article in our nonprofit culture series, we interviewed Rich Sagall—founder of NeedyMeds. At NeedyMeds, they provide free information on programs that help people who can’t afford medication and health care costs. NeedyMeds on Culture: “I value very highly the workplace culture and atmosphere.

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Culture Medical Nonprofits Values 66

NonProfit Quarterly

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Early on, the community established itself enough to have its own cultural center, known as Cambodia Town. Developing Effective Responses to Trauma Healing takes place over time and in many forms, and there are many ways to approach trauma—from direct community health and counseling support to job training.

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Race and Ethnicity Community Development Participation and motivation Culture 128