Rutgers Institute for Ethical Leadership

09/24/2024

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While I was away, my latest podcast venture went live. It is a fun and information-filled podcast on hiring, firing, and the legal, ethical, and business issues confronting individuals and nonprofit board directors. Keep your eye out for future editions, and if you have heard my last podcast series, SEARCH for ARTS LEADERSHIP, you can access it here: https://open.spotify.com/show/7gS0JLF4whTGNWLlrtd6lu

Podcast · [object Object] · Meet podcast hosts international arts consultant, James Abruzzo, and corporate and arts communication consultant, Svenja Kluckow, as they introduce and explain the SEARCH for Arts Leadership model – based on the belief that great arts leaders are defined by the organi...

01/30/2024

The 2024 WILS Leading With Heart Conference, March 7, 2024

02/08/2023

Drew Giddings is closing out the Rutgers Institute for Ethical Leadership (IEL)'s annual Nonprofit Capacity Building Series. Find out how to get a free board training for your next retreat by clicking the link below!

We will be providing 5 NJ nonprofit organizations the unique opportunity to enhance their Board Retreat with a tailored in-person or online training (based on location and availability) delivered to your Board of Trustees by a talented consultant and sector thought leader with 25+ years of experience, at no cost to your organization.

The application is short and should take less than 10 minutes to complete.

A Board Retreat is a chance for organization leadership to take time for recommitting to the organization, growing as leaders through learning and reflection, and ultimately, strengthen nonprofits. However, many organizations lack the funds to support high-quality professional development opportunit...

10/06/2022

Announcement from IEL Acting Executive Director, Victoria Marie Fernandez, MPA:

I am writing today to share the bittersweet news that I am leaving Rutgers Institute for Ethical Leadership (IEL) after 7 years with the organization. I will announce my new role in the coming weeks, but for now I want to take a moment to focus on my time with IEL. I came on board IEL in 2015 under the leadership of Judy Zoppi (then Young), James Abruzzo, and Alex Plinio, with the promise of a one-year grant funded position. The 6 years that followed were a gift that brought me a wealth of experiences, including changes in my role from Program Manager to Acting Executive Director, and most importantly, an abundance of relationships with incredible leaders from the Greater Newark area and beyond.

I will stay connected to my work with the Nonprofit Professionals of Color Collective and want to assure our members that the program will continue with a succession plan in place and no disruption to services; more information will be shared with members in the coming weeks.

Our IEL Director, Joanne Ciulla, will continue working on reframing how the IEL fills its mission when she returns from her sabbatical in the fall of 2023.

When I look back on my work at IEL, I am most proud of the strides I made towards creating a more accessible organization with a greater lens on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and a space where I hope leaders have felt welcomed, appreciated, and supported. More than anything, it has been an honor, truly, to be a part of this community that is Newark, public service, and so much more.

I will take with me the lessons taught and modeled on leadership, excellence, community, and joy, and carry the leaders lost from our circle in my heart. I look forward to staying connected in the future.

In the words of the late “Coach” Diane Dean, this is not goodbye but instead to be continued.

In service,
Vicki

Photo: Vicki with Dr. Cornel West after moderating the event 'A Community Conversation With Dr. Cornel West' in September at the Count Basie Center for the Performing Arts in Red Bank, NJ

09/01/2022

Essex County Nonprofits: Impact100 Essex is awarding mission-based, unrestricted grants ranging from $10,000 - $15,000 to three local nonprofits led by Black, Indigenous and other People of Color (BIPOC). Apply now for an Equity Grant and also submit an LOI for their $100,000 Impact Grant today!

Impact100 Essex GrantsWe currently offer two types of grants: IMPACT GRANTA project-based grant of $100,000 awarded to one organization yearly for a transformational project in Essex County. For more information on Impact Grants, click here. EQUITY GRANTS Mission-based, unrestricted grants ranging f...

08/29/2022

IEL's own Prof. Ciulla was featured on Siouxland Public Media's The LEAD Podcast with Sheila Brummer earlier this month. Listen for yourself here:

The LEAD Podcast is hosted by Siouxland Public Media's Sheila Brummer

08/16/2022

Signal Boosting a Rutgers student: My name is Andrew, and I am a candidate for my Master of Public Administration at the Rutgers-Newark School of Public Affairs and Administration.

I am reaching out because I am currently doing research around the future of work when it comes to improving mental health outcomes for all. Some ideas I'm looking to test include:
*A 32-hour, 4-day work week standard with no reduction in pay or benefits;
*The normalization and de-stigmatization of mental health days, and;
*Greater flexibility around remote work, where possible.

As we think about our relationship with work in a post-pandemic society, it's important to think of strategies and solutions that are beneficial to all, including our most vulnerable and historically marginalized communities.

That said, I am currently conducting a brief and anonymous survey that is accepting responses until August 31st. (There is also a raffle with prizes for those who participate!) I welcome you to share your experiences at: tinyurl.com/TheFutureOfWork2022

I am also doing brief interviews around this topic if you are interested in speaking about the future of work! If you have any questions, or would like additional information, please email me at [email protected].

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08/15/2022

Signal Boost: The Dodge Foundation is hiring a Grants Manager and Program Officer! Apply today. https://www.grdodge.org/about-us/job-opportunities/https://www.grdodge.org/about-us/job-opportunities/

Open Positions Click below for more information about each of these open positions.

08/08/2022

The first 100 people to sign-up by Tues, Aug 9, get a free copy of Francine's new book shipped to you from the 2022 Nonprofit Capacity Building Series! All are invited, register now! Session will be recorded!
More information and to register: https://cbpower2022.eventbrite.com

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Free.

Led from the lens of a Black Woman and intended to benefit any-, and everyone - for your own career advancement and to help others! Free books & event, thanks to: Victoria Foundation logo and Rutgers Institute for Ethical Leadership logo. Photo of author Francine Parham, a Black woman with short hair and a radiant smile.]

08/03/2022

Eventbrite was down earlier but working now! First 100 guests registered by 8/9 will get a free copy of Francine's new book, “Please Sit Over There: How To Manage Power, Overcome Exclusion and Succeed as a Black Woman at Work." A session of the Nonprofit Capacity Building Series for all to learn from - no matter how you describe yourself.

Francine will help you not only understand how power works in your workplace, but how to leverage it for your career success and professional advancement.

For more info and registration, visit:

A book giveaway and workshop for nonprofit leaders as part of the 2022 Capacity Building Series!

08/03/2022

First 100 guests by 8/9 will get a free copy of Francine's new book, “Please Sit Over There: How To Manage Power, Overcome Exclusion and Succeed as a Black Woman at Work." A session of the Nonprofit Capacity Building Series for all to learn from - no matter how you describe yourself.

Francine will help you not only understand how power works in your workplace, but how to leverage it for your career success and professional advancement.

For more info and registration, visit:

Nonprofit leaders can attend a 90-min workshop on Understanding & Harnessing Power. First 100 guests to register before 8/9 get a free book!

08/02/2022

Morris Arts has an RFP out looking for consultants to help the organization with a strategic plan. The deadline is August 26th, download the RFP here: