Youth Mental Health: Strategies for Inclusive SupportVirtual RoundtableTuesday, September 17th, 20244:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTAboutThe U.S. Surgeon General has identified youth mental health as the defining public health issue of our time. As awareness of the challenge rises, so too does the urgency around much-needed narrative change to combat stigma and […]
Workshop: 2024 Election Scenario Planning for Impact LeadersVirtual RoundtableWednesday, September 18, 20241:00pm – 2:30pm ET / 10:00am – 11:30am PTAboutIn an era marked by heightened political uncertainty, businesses and their leaders have a responsibility to their employees, customers, investors, and communities to prepare for a range of plausible impacts that could emerge following the 2024 […]
Building Thriving Futures: Pathways to Equitable Home Ownership Virtual RoundtableWednesday, September 18, 20244:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTAboutHomeownership is a cornerstone of economic mobility and is increasingly out of reach for many families and individuals. To foster diverse and thriving communities nationwide, we must confront the widening gaps in housing equity by […]
In-Person Workshop: 2024 Election Scenario Planning for Impact LeadersIn-Person WorkshopThursday, September 26, 20241:00pm – 3:00pm ETAboutIn an era marked by heightened political uncertainty, businesses and their leaders have a responsibility to their employees, customers, investors, and communities to prepare for a range of plausible impacts that could emerge following the 2024 U.S. general election. Regardless […]
Innovations in Climate Resilience, Adaptation, and JusticeVirtual RoundtableTuesday, October 1st, 20244:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTAbout Although global awareness of the physical and social risks posed by changing climate is on the rise, those risks do not pose equal threats to every part of the world, or even within individual communities. As […]
The Election: Our Relationships and WellbeingVirtual RoundtableWednesday, October 16, 20244:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTAboutThe polarization surrounding this year’s election is unprecedented, and its societal impact will continue well beyond the vote. These divisions can strain relationships, both inside and outside the workplace, and take a toll on our mental well-being. As […]
Making Progress Through Place-Based StrategiesVirtual RoundtableThursday, October 17th, 20244:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTAbout Since launching our first Collaborative on Place-Based Impact in 2022, NationSwell has had ample opportunity to engage with and connect an invaluable cohort of partners in an effort to deepen the field’s understanding of what it looks like […]
Pharma Social Impact Braintrust: Insights & ChallengesVirtual BraintrustThursday, October 24th, 20241:00pm – 2:00pm ET / 10:00am – 11:00am PTAboutJoin us for an intimate braintrust, bringing together social impact leaders from top pharmaceutical companies to explore the unique challenges and opportunities shaping the industry. What are you seeing, hearing, or feeling that’s affecting your work? Working […]
Building Thriving Futures: Innovative Solutions to Support Small Business GrowthVirtual RoundtableTuesday, October 29, 20244:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTAboutSmall businesses are the heart of communities, fueling local economies by creating jobs, providing essential services, and offering valuable resources by responding to the unique needs of their neighbors. With the right support, these […]
Navigating Risk with Your Key StakeholdersVirtual RoundtableWednesday, October 30, 20244:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTAboutLawsuits aimed at undermining philanthropic efforts to advance racial justice and equity have pushed questions of “risk” to the forefront of a conversation about funder strategy. Chief among them, “What amount of risk is acceptable to funders who […]
Navigating the Post Election MomentVirtual RoundtableThursday, November 7, 20244:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTAboutWe are rapidly approaching what is expected to be a close and contentious general election, one that may surface significant impacts for leaders and organization in the NationSwell community. While we cannot predict the outcome, or the societal ripple […]
Creative Activism: Using Art to Address Social Justice IssuesVirtual RoundtableThursday, December 5. 20244:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTAbout The arts have long been a powerful catalyst for social change, serving as both a mirror and a beacon for society. When we engage in a conversation about the arts and their social impact, […]
Funding Models and CollaborativesVirtual RoundtableTuesday, December 10, 20244:00pm – 5:00pm ET / 1:00pm – 2:00pm PTAboutAs philanthropy evolves, funders are increasingly seeking partnerships with peers to amplify and accelerate their impact. While there are various approaches, one emerging trend is funders fundraising from peers in order to advance their specific theory of change and support […]
A Toast to the New Year: Cheers to Our Community and Shaping the Year AheadTuesday, December 17, 20243:00–4:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutAs we approach the end of this year and look toward the year ahead, we’d love to take a moment with you to celebrate, reflect, and connect before 2025 kicks into full gear. We […]
A Toast to the New Year: Cheers to Our Community and Shaping the Year AheadWednesday, December 18, 20241:00–2:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutAs we approach the end of this year and look toward the year ahead, we’d love to take a moment with you to celebrate, reflect, and connect before 2025 kicks into full gear. We […]
A Toast to the New Year: Cheers to Our Community and Shaping the Year AheadJanuary 9, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutAs we approach the end of this year and look toward the year ahead, we’d love to take a moment with you to celebrate, reflect, and connect before 2025 kicks into full gear. We are […]
Not Business as Usual: Being an Effective Social Impact Leader in the Year AheadThursday, January 16, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutThe discipline of social impact is evolving quickly, driven by sociopolitical shifts, technological advancements, and stakeholder priorities. As we move into a new year, we will gather to home in on the most urgent trends […]
Collaboration in Action: Supporting Communities Amid LA WildfiresWednesday, January 22, 20251:00–2:00 PM ET // 10:00–11:00 AM PTVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutJoin NationSwell and partners from Team Rubicon and Groundswell for this vital conversation addressing disaster relief in response to the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. Designed for social impact leaders, this session features a situation briefing, actionable […]
Not Business as Usual: Being an Effective Philanthropy Leader in the Year AheadWednesday, January 22, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutPhilanthropic leaders must balance the work of executing on their unique organizational priorities, adapting to evolutions in the field, and innovating toward more impactful models and approaches. As we begin 2025 – a year that is […]
Thriving Economy for All: The Case for ChildcareTuesday, January 28, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutAs we enter a new era of workplace dynamics, the critical issue of childcare support for all workers has become increasingly urgent. And the ongoing childcare crisis in the United States disproportionately affects gig, hourly, part-time, and frontline workers, who often […]
What’s Ahead in Social Impact and AIThursday, January 30, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutAs we step into 2025, AI technologies are primed to drive even greater innovation around societal challenges, from fostering inclusive growth to expanding educational pathways and beyond. But AI is also going to continue raising important ethical questions while carrying the potential […]
Not Business as Usual: Being an Effective Social Impact Leader in the Year AheadTuesday, February 4, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutThe discipline of social impact is evolving quickly, driven by sociopolitical shifts, technological advancements, and stakeholder priorities. As we move into a new year, we will gather to home in on the most urgent trends […]
DEI at a Crossroads: Protecting Progress in a New Political RealityWednesday, February 5, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutAmong the new administration’s first actions were a handful of executive orders intended to “terminate DEI” in the federal government and the private sector. While those executive orders don’t change existing federal law, they send a strong signal […]
Telling Your Impact Story: Strategies for Effective CommunicationThursday, February 13, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutTelling a compelling impact story is critical to standing out and inspiring action, particularly when confronted with cultural narratives and storylines that seek to undermine the work. Join our virtual roundtable discussion to explore how to craft narratives that resonate, engage, […]
A Thriving Economy for All: Equitable Career PathwaysTuesday, February 18, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutIn an era of rapid economic change and growing inequality, creating equitable career pathways has become a critical challenge for policymakers, educators, and business leaders alike. As we strive to build a thriving economy that benefits all members of society, innovative […]
