The 12th annual Nonprofit Public Policy Symposium, held on September 22, 2023, brought together nonprofit leaders, scholars, and government officials to delve into the structural barriers faced by nonprofits and the potential of effective partnerships. With two sessions featuring six presentations, the symposium offered a platform for insightful discussions on topics ranging from equitable childcare to coalition-building and COVID-19 relief programs. Throughout the event, experts emphasized the need for a formalized structure to support and understand the nonprofit sector, the importance of advocacy, the role of data in informing policy decisions, and the transformative power of collaboration.<\/p>\n
Session 1: Overcoming Structural Barriers<\/p>\n
Tiana Marrese from the University of Pennsylvania opened the symposium by highlighting the importance of equitable childcare in attracting and retaining an intrinsically motivated nonprofit workforce. Marrese’s research shed light on the positive impact that accessible and affordable childcare can have on nonprofit organizations.<\/p>\n
Gretchen Van der Veer from Fair Chance and Michelle Jackson from the Human Services Council shared their experiences with nonprofit coalition-building in New York City and Washington, DC. They discussed the challenges and successes of forging partnerships between nonprofits, highlighting the importance of collaboration in addressing systemic barriers.<\/p>\n
Tamara Keshecki, Brenda Bushouse, and Eric Griffith presented their research on nonprofit participation in COVID-19 relief programs. They examined the challenges faced by nonprofits in accessing and navigating these programs, emphasizing the need for better support and understanding from the federal government.<\/p>\n
Session 2: The Power of Effective Partnerships<\/p>\n
Andrea Hill from the Tennessee Nonprofit Network and Janet Lo from the Shelby County Government discussed their experiences in formalizing a partnership between the county government and the local nonprofit community in Shelby County, Tennessee. Their case study highlighted the benefits of collaboration and the positive outcomes that can be achieved when government and nonprofits work together.<\/p>\n
Julia Mahoney, Will Alston, and Ken Seeley from the Denver Office of Nonprofit Engagement shared insights into nonprofit-focused projects undertaken by the Denver city government. Their presentation showcased the ways in which collaboration between government and nonprofits can strengthen the sector and improve outcomes for the community.<\/p>\n
Angela Eikenberry and Nuri Heckler from the University of Nebraska at Omaha discussed the potential of policy changes to free philanthropic wealth and provide reparations to communities that have been historically exploited. Their presentation emphasized the importance of policymakers working with communities to address systemic inequalities.<\/p>\n
The Nonprofit Public Policy Symposium provided a platform for experts to address the structural barriers faced by nonprofits and explore the potential of effective partnerships. Key takeaways from the event included the need for a formalized structure to support the nonprofit sector, the importance of advocacy in addressing systemic challenges, the role of data in informing policy decisions, and the transformative power of collaboration. By working together, nonprofits, researchers, and government officials can create a more supportive environment for the sector and make a larger positive impact in their communities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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