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| Read - Pause - Think - React
A while back, I participated on a panel of "seasoned" nonprofit executives presenting to a group of young professionals in a leadership development program. Eager for "expert" advice, during the Q & A, one of the emerging leaders asked the panelists: "What advice would you give us about managing communications and relationships in the workplace?"
Each of the three of us on the panel had an opportunity to respond. A number of good thoughts were shared. At my turn, I focused on the enhanced immediacy of our digital age and how difficult it can be to take back something said and shared. My advice was simple: If you receive an email that causes you distress or anger, wait 24 hours before you respond.
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In the age of Twitter, the urge is great to react in the moment. By tomorrow, we'll be multiple news cycles later and no one will care. We watch as many public figures engage in “Twitter wars,” much to our entertainment and dismay. But there are real consequences to this type of instant, emotion-laden response. If we adopt that rhythm of communications in our professional lives, we will, not only, create personal conflict, but also damage our organizations. Better to read – pause – think – and then respond.
Lee Sherman, President & CEO
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| Legislation to Improve the Health and Well-Being of Children Through Baby Boxes, and More
In August, Rep. Marc Veasey (D-TX) introduced the Baby Box and Maternal Assistance Act (H.R.4201), which aims to remedy high rates of infant mortality in the United States. This legislation would create a grant program that would provide funding for newborn care training to expecting parents, the services of certified Doulas or Midwives, as well as the distribution of a “Baby Box.” A “Baby Box” is a package for expecting parents with a collection of baby products and educational materials, and the box itself is also designed to serve as a sturdy and mobile sleeping space for an infant’s first months of life. The Center for Disease Control estimates that more than a quarter of 3,600 sudden unexplained infant deaths (SUID) in 2017 were directly attributed to accidental suffocation and strangulation in bed. As of 2019, baby box programs have been adopted in New Jersey and Ohio, and have been implemented at the local level in counties across the country. Read the full story on our blog.
Since its introduction, the Baby Box and Maternal Assistance Act has been referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. NHSA supports this bill because it would increase the availability of resources for all parents and children and improve their health and well-being. To stay updated on the progress of H.R. 4201, or to contact your member of Congress, check out PolicySource.
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| Register for These Nonprofit Courses Online
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We are promoting three upcoming courses through Leaderosity, a program from NHSA member Nonprofit Leadership Alliance. Consider signing up for any of these online courses to strengthen your professional resume. For any of the courses, friends of NHSA receive a 20% discount using the code: NONPROFIT PARTNER
- Ethical Leadership: Navigating Rough Waters with Ease, 3-week course self-paced, September 16-October 6, Price: $180* Learn more and register »
- Empathy-First Communications: Motivate Your Team by Leading with Empathy, 5-week course self-paced, September 23-October 27, Price: $325* Learn more and register »
- Effective Staff Supervision, 8-week course self-paced, October 14-December 10, Price: $600* Learn more and register »
*20% discount code: NONPROFIT PARTNER
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| Welcoming Zachary Tashman to the Policy Team
Join us in welcoming the newest team member to NHSA, Zachary Tashman! He will serve as a Policy Associate driving forward important policy initiatives and programs, like PolicySource, alongside our Manger of Public Policy, Marie Camino. Zachary grew up in Irvington New York and studied political science at American University, where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree this past May. While in college, he interned in the New York Senate offices of Kirsten Gillibrand and Michael Bennet.
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| Two Reminders About Upcoming Dates in September
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Grandparent's Day - September 8
Our friends at Generations United invite you to Do Something Grand in honor of Grandparents Day. Visit grandparentsday.org to get ideas and information on ways that you and your organization can get involved.
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National Voter Registration Day - September 24
Strengthen our community by registering hundreds of voters on September 24, 2019, also known as National Voter Registration Day. Learn more, register to vote, and use #NationalVoterRegistrationDay on social media to spread the word! Additionally, there’s still time to sign up as a partner. Only 28 days left!
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Opportunities and Resources
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General
Funding
- Encore Fellow – Individuals seeking a high-impact, flexible, time-limited, paid assignment with nonprofits and public agencies, or offering the opportunity to work in a new social-purpose environment should apply. Deadline: Ongoing via Encore.org »
- 12 unique funding opportunities each week via GrantStation Insider »
Job Listings
Webinars
- Census Poverty Data – Expectations and Finding the Data Needed via Coalition on Human Needs from 2:00-3:15 PM ET on September 4 »
- Paternity Leave: The Research, Why It’s Important, and How to Help Dads Take It via National Fatherhood Initiative from 2:00-3:00 PM ET on September 10 »
- “Meet Them Where They Are” Building Protective Factors for the Future via The Dibble Institute from 4:00-5:00 PM ET on September 11 »
- Inclusive Community Development: A Discussion with Bank Regulators via National Disability Institute from 3:00-4:00 PM ET on September 18 »
Events
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The Reframing Newsletter took a break last week but will be back in September. In the meantime, catch up on any missed issues of the newsletter on our blog—Every past newsletter is archived on the site. Also consider signing up for the bi-weekly Reframing Newsletter to get it straight in your inbox. Lastly, if you haven’t checked out the Reframing Practical Implementation Guide that was released earlier in the year, you can’t afford to miss this valuable resource on integrating new language for human services into your communications.
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Deadline Extended to September 13!
There's still time to take the 2019 Race to Lead Survey, an initiative of our partner, Building Movement Project. This short, confidential survey is open to anyone working for pay in the U.S. nonprofit sector.
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Prescription Discounts to Share
FamilyWize offers a prescription savings and wellness program as a great addition to your organization’s wellness program. FamilyWize acts like a big buying group and negotiates with the pharmacies to get discounts similar to what they give large groups like insurance companies and employers. The average savings is 42%, and the program card is accepted at over 60,000 pharmacies nationwide, with or without insurance. Best of all, it’s FREE for ANYONE to use!
Simply print a card and download the App. Once you have the Familywize card, show it in addition to your insurance card, to ensure that you are getting the best possible price on your prescription. Note, drug prices can vary by pharmacy, so use the FamilyWize Drug Price Lookup Tool and via the free FamilyWize app to find the best place to purchase prescriptions. If your organization would like a large quantity of cards to distribute to your employees and community/clients, contact the FamilyWize team.
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