/ by Victor Reinoso / We know what you might be thinking: didn’t Upswell Chicago just wrap up? If there's just one thing to know about Upswell, it's that it's an ever-growing wave of energy. Or to put it another way, it doesn't start and stop. Our shared opportunity -- at Independent Sector and throughout the…
read moreMindful leadership is rooted in self awareness. And the inner work you do directly impacts your outer work — not only how you show up at work, but also how you show up in your life. But what happens when changemakers — who focus squarely on improving the lives of others — feel dry and…
read moreHuman-centered design grows ever-more important as the social sector struggles to do more with less, and sector leaders search for new and different ways to gain greater access to the communities they serve. But how do you identify a designer who is aligned and in-tune with your organization’s mission and needs? George Aye, co-founder and…
read moreIn the aftermath of the 2016 elections, our country continues to be pulled apart by differences, rather than bound and strengthened by what connects us. UC Berkeley’s Bridging Differences initiative, which mixes science and storytelling to explore how people from different groups or backgrounds can better understand and get along with each other. The GGSC…
read moreIt’s become something of a tradition to seek out a local artist to create the physical NGen Leadership Award, ensuring that each year’s winner has a keepsake that is unique and meaningful – and this year is no exception. We found Hyde Park Art Center – whose executive director, Kate Lorenz, serves on the “For…
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read moreCan a deeper understanding of the connection between our inner life and our work in the world help us better execute our missions and engage more effectively in communities?
read moreWant to help your community take direct action in rapid response moments and strengthen your long-term fundraising? Go digital! In the Upswell workshop, “ActBlue will share tools and best practices you can use to develop an adaptable digital fundraising program, and establish and maintain continued engagement with your supporters. Adri says they’d love to dispel…
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read moreAfter months of meetings, thousands of Post-It notes, and countless emails, you might think the Upswell Accelerator would be feeling a little … spent. Instead, as members gather for the next-to-last time on a late summer afternoon, there’s a surprising energy in the room. The agenda includes report-outs from five community focus groups (read our…
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