Future-Proofing Social Services
The Role of Foresight in Program Design and Implementation In a world marked by volatility and uncertainty, designing social service programs is no longer as simple as planning for the… Read More
The New Face of Local Government: Navigating Change, Innovation, and Social Equity
In recent years, local governments in the U.S. have faced unprecedented challenges, from navigating the economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic to managing complex intergovernmental relationships. These challenges have led… Read More
Publication Bias Assessments in Social Services
As professionals working in social services, you are on the front lines of implementing programs and interventions aimed at improving community outcomes. But how often do you stop to think… Read More
Enhancing Local Government Transparency: Lessons for Social Service Administrators
Transparency has become a cornerstone of democratic governance, ensuring that governments operate in the open and citizens are kept informed about decisions that affect their lives. The growing research on… Read More
Building Bridges with Culturally Responsive and Equitable Evaluation (CREE)
In recent years, the conversation around equity has expanded from education and health into the broader realm of social services, emphasizing the need for approaches that account for diverse perspectives…. Read More
Breaking Barriers: Grantmaking for a More Equitable Future
Imagine a world where grant funding truly reflects the diverse voices and needs of all communities. A world where small, underrepresented organizations have as much chance of receiving crucial funds… Read More
Embracing Vision Over Solutions
A Reflection on Local Government Note: This was cross-posted over at This Week in Public Health, which if you’re not a subscriber…well, you should be! We’re pushing out and distilling… Read More
Leveraging ResearchHub’s Innovative Reward System to Improve Program Implementation
In the ever-evolving landscape of social services, professionals are continually seeking ways to enhance the administration and delivery of critical programs. The challenges are manifold: limited resources, complex social issues,… Read More
How Nonprofits Can Balance Service and Advocacy in a Complex World
In today’s rapidly evolving social landscape, nonprofit organizations stand at a crucial crossroads. As champions of community welfare and advocates for societal change, nonprofits must navigate a delicate balance between… Read More
A Vacancy in Municipal Government: My interview
There was recently a vacancy in our local government (the Board of Supervisors) in Exeter Township, Reading, PA. I’m a perennial candidate for the School Board, so I thought that… Read More
Resilience in the Nonprofit Sector: Lessons from Three Decades of Economic Challenges
Imagine a ship navigating through turbulent waters. Despite the relentless storms, it keeps sailing, adapting to the waves and winds. This metaphor perfectly captures the resilience of the nonprofit sector… Read More
A Path for Every Purpose: Navigating the Nonprofit vs. For-Profit Decision
In today’s rapidly evolving world of social entrepreneurship, the boundaries between nonprofit and for-profit organizations have become increasingly blurred. Once distinct, these two sectors now share common goals, strategies, and… Read More
