The Hive Collective Podcast: Shifting Power in Nonprofits
The Hive Collective Podcast explores the dynamic world of nonprofit leadership, focusing on innovative ways to shift and share power. Hosted by Beth Ellen Holimon, a nonprofit professional with decades of leadership experience, each episode delves into topics like collaborative decision-making, inclusive leadership practices, and strategies for empowering teams and communities. Through engaging conversations with diverse guests, including industry leaders, activists, and thinkers, The Hive Collective Podcast offers insights and practical advice for anyone looking to drive positive change in the nonprofit sector. Join us as we navigate the complexities of nonprofit management and discover new paths to collective success.
The Hive Collective Podcast: Shifting Power in Nonprofits
Feminist Leadership Series: #2 with Helene Wolf and Maya Tamayo
In this episode, Beth Ellen, Maya, and Helene delve into the challenges and dynamics of feminist work, particularly focusing on the transition towards professionalization and the need for fair compensation. The conversation illuminates the dilemma faced by organizations in balancing volunteer-driven efforts with the necessity of paid roles, underscoring the impact of this shift on accessibility and inclusivity within the movement. It explores the historical expectation for board members to work for free, a practice that inadvertently reinforces existing power structures by limiting participation to those with the financial ability to volunteer.
They discuss the significance of reevaluating governance and compensation structures through a feminist, intersectional lens to ensure diverse perspectives are included, moving towards a more equitable and effective approach in feminist organizations. They touch on the global context, noting the challenges of professionalizing feminist work amidst opposition in various regions, and the implications for organizational governance and power distribution.
They advocate for a shift from traditional, patriarchal governance models towards frameworks that are inclusive, supportive, and collaborative, emphasizing the importance of intentional restructuring to align internal structures with advocacy goals. This dialogue highlights the journey towards creating equitable, effective, and transformative feminist governance and advocacy efforts, advocating for a reimagined approach to compensation and participation that prioritizes inclusivity and fairness.
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