May 2024: Promoting a healthy democracy

Friends of NationSwell,

As the 2024 election approaches, organizations continue to face pressure to divert their attention from societal issues. In this challenging and urgent moment, we know many of you are wondering how to enable your organizations to act with purpose and lead with integrity around the well-being of our democracy.

That’s why we are proud to share a comprehensive new report, Civics Inc.: How every business can help promote a healthy democracy.

Developed from the insights and experiences of business leaders and democracy experts, this new report provides talking points, recommendations, and actionable guidance from impact and democracy leaders.

We invite you to read the report, share it with your teams and networks, and connect with us with any questions or feedback.

[ View the report ]

EVENT SPOTLIGHTS

In the Green Seat: Lessons from Sustainability Executives on Designing for Impact

Thursday, May 30th | 4 - 5 pm ET | Virtual

As market forces and the regulatory environment converge to drive up demand for sustainability expertise in the private sector, join NationSwell and a panel of seasoned executives for a lively and rich discussion about what it takes to develop sustainability strategies in this dynamic moment in time. From organizing your core team, to learning the ins and outs of your organization, to setting targets, panelists will share their learned wisdom, warnings, and practical advice for the current and next generations of leaders.

Panelists:

• Michael Kobori (he/him) , Chief Sustainability Officer, 星巴克
• Suzanne DiBianca , Executive Vice President & Chief Impact Officer, Salesforce
• Erin Meezan , Chief Sustainability Officer, 仲量联行
• Letitia Ferrier Webster , Managing Director and Chief Sustainability Officer, Goldman Sachs Asset Management

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MCF Book Club: #SAYHERNAME

Friday, May 10th | 6 - 9 pm ET | The Altman Building, New York City

NationSwell is partnering with the Marguerite Casey Foundation to present #SAYHERNAME: Black Women’s Stories of Police Violence and Public Silence, on May 10 — the third event from our Book Club series in New York City. Together with Professor Kimberlé Crenshaw, we will convene our communities to dive into thought-provoking books and conversation. We look forward to hosting the following authors to discuss their works with MCF President & CEO, Dr. Carmen Rojas, and other dynamic panelists

Not in NYC on that date? Invite your network!

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NationSwell Fellows Showcase Day

Friday, June 14 | 2:00pm – 7:00pm ET | New York City

The NationSwell Fellows program empowers young leaders, still early in their careers, to fine-tune their skills, expand their networks, and create an incubator project designed to make progress in their social or environmental issue area. This year, we invite you to join us for a showcase of the work our fellows have been doing over the last 8 months, where some will be pitching their incubator projects for further development to a panel of three judges.

Join us in celebrating and uplifting the incredible work of our amazing fellows, and be a part of a growing community of NationSwell members promoting and encouraging the advancement of young social impact leaders.

[ Register to Attend ]

NEW RELEASES

Impact Next

In our new editorial series, Impact Next, NationSwell spotlights the standard-bearing social impact leaders whose catalytic work holds the potential to accelerate progress where it is needed most. Each Impact Next profile illuminates how exceptional leaders are paving the way forward for change, while revealing the human behind the work. Read our inaugural interview with Amazon Web Services (AWS) ’ Maggie G. . [ Read more ]

The Role Leadership Can Play in Promoting Mental Health in the Workplace

In the first quarter of the year, the NationSwell Council embarked on a journey across America as part of a Salon series dedicated to exploring Leadership and Mental Health. In this recap post, some of the leaders in attendance describe the most actionable insights, resources, and practices that were shared during the events. [ Read more ]

MORE TO EXPLORE

Celebrate Your Impact With The Anthem Awards

Brought to you by The Webby Awards , The Anthem Awards honors the purpose & mission-driven work of people, companies, and organizations worldwide. By amplifying the voices that spark global change, they’re defining a new benchmark for impact work and are inspiring others to take action in their own communities.

Join winners like our own NationSwell Studio, The World Surf League, The Daily Show, UNICEF, Sesame Workshop, World Central Kitchen, and DEPT in the Anthem Community.

Enter by the Early Entry Deadline on May 24! [ Enter Now ]

Nonpartisan efforts to engage community college voters

Alongside Lyft & SHOWTIME/MTV Entertainment Studios, NationSwell member 利维·斯特劳斯公司 recently launched the Community College Voting Commitment — a new nonpartisan effort to register 500K new community college voters by 2028. The initiative will seek to reverse the trend of community colleges — which are traditionally more diverse than four-year colleges and universities — having voting rates nearly 10 percentage points lower than those of their four-year counterparts. [ Learn more ]

NationSwell is an award-winning executive membership community and advisory, empowering leaders of purpose-driven enterprises to enhance their impact on society. To learn more or connect with our team, contact us.