Wise Work!
With the recent heaviness around us still sinking in, we’re thinking about what our community truly needs. If you, like us, are wondering how you can help create a work culture that reflects a vision for an equitable future, we welcome you to read our first LinkedIn-exclusive version of Public Wise’s newsletter: Wise Work. We’ve redesigned our newsletter to feature top tips for sustainable work practices, examples of community-based work that our partners are doing on the ground, and top nonprofit industry standards for the future of sustainable, person-centered work.
Check it out and let us know in the comments if you find these tips helpful!
? Tip of the Week ?
Post-Election Stress is real! The American Psychological Association reports the election and future of our nation to be among top stressors in the US right now. During a time when emotions are heightened and people may be feeling burnt out or disheartened, make sure to check on your teams.?
Sharing recent work wins can be a great way to create a sense of community and refocus energy toward building an equitable tomorrow. Remember that your work is important and must continue regardless of any one election cycle.?
Facing and Uncertain Future
The American people have spoken, electing a candidate with a terrifying record—one not fit for the office, an unrepentant criminal, and someone who incited a violent insurrection on our nation’s Capitol. As we absorb this moment, Public Wise is here to listen, to reflect, and to grapple with what this means for our collective future.
Despite Former President Trump’s win, Public Wise remains deeply committed to our mission of a stronger, more equitable America. This election cycle, we worked tirelessly to ensure our partners had data-driven research and resources to support their efforts. As Election Day approached, several team members joined partners on the ground in our priority states—Arizona, Georgia, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania—to help get out the vote.
In North Carolina, we are proud of major wins from our endorsed candidates: Josh Stein won his seat as North Carolina Governor and Mo Green secured his position as North Carolina Superintendent of Public Instruction. Their victories underscore the importance of down-ticket races in driving change and advancing policies that impact our communities directly.
As we prepare for the unprecedented challenges ahead, we remain committed to our vision for a more equitable America. We’re ready to take on the work to come, deeply grateful for our team and partners who have made all of this possible.
#PartnerPulse: Down Home North Carolina
This year, we partnered with Down Home North Carolina, an organization committed to building power alongside poor and working-class people in North Carolina’s small towns and rural communities. In the wake of Hurricane Helene’s devastation and ahead of Election Day, our Executive Director, Christina Baal-Owens, traveled to North Carolina to assist with hurricane relief efforts. While visiting a homeless shelter in Boone County, she witnessed firsthand how important ballot access is—the very first person she encountered asked how they could get a ride to the polls.?
The work our partners do is not only essential but urgently needed. As our country currently grapples with its future, we are proud to stand alongside organizations like Down Home NC, who are on the ground doing the hard work in one of the toughest states.?
Their dedication recently caught the attention of The New York Times—check out their feature to learn more about the impact they’re making.?
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Politics is personal, but it’s also professional. No matter what your nonprofit’s mission is, politics play a huge part in your work. The policy decisions our leaders make affect the communities we serve, the issues we highlight, and your team’s ability to show up with their full selves every day.?
Following an intense general election, nonprofits across the board are preparing for what a second Trump term will look like. While much remains to be seen, we know thart in times of instability, nonprofits are looked to for guidance. We’ve compiled the latest industry strategies to help your team plan and organize sustainably through it all.?
Businesses that have already instituted and communicated workplace policies over social media, harassment, and discrimination are in the best position to weather this tumultuous week.
Acknowledge the feelings. Name that there may be a multitude of feelings in the room, some of which may feel like they are in tension or conflict with others. One way to normalize the variety of feelings in the room is to adapt the Diversity Welcome. “If you are feeling [exhausted / excited / numb], your experience is welcome here.” You can also invite people to share one word to describe how they’re feeling.
Once again, take a deep breath. Whatever level of detail is right for your organization, scenario planning still takes dedicated time and attention, as well as mental and emotional energy—though so does worrying about the future without preparing for it.
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What’s your organization doing to keep calm and carry on during this stressful time? Which of these tips feel relevant to your work? How do you plan to show up for your community in the coming weeks? Reply in the comments and let us know!
If you feel moved, please consider making a donation to Down Home NC today; every dollar counts in strengthening their mission to empower the communities they serve.?
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Until next time, stay wise!