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 […]
Salon on the Power of Community, Bay AreaWednesday, February 19, 20256:30–9:00 PM PTSalonAboutA strong sense of community has long been recognized as essential to a healthy society. However, it is during times of division and/or crisis—when isolation and polarization take hold—that we truly realize just how vital community is. Today, more than ever, we need […]
Impact Imperative: Innovative and Effective Partnership ModelsThursday, February 20, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutPartnerships and collective action are essential for advancing transformational impact. But what are the most effective and boundary-setting approaches to collaboration today? What perspective, strategies, and frameworks are unlocking deep value between organizations and across sectors? Join our virtual roundtable discussion to […]
A Thriving Economy for All: Strategies for Collective Wealth BuildingTuesday, February 25, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutAs social inequality and economic disparities continue to rise across the United States, there is a pressing need to reverse the trends, transform the economic landscape, and build a foundation for sustainable intergenerational prosperity. Data shows areas of greater […]
Salon on the Power of Community, New York CityWednesday, February 26, 20256:00–9:00 PM ETSalonAboutA strong sense of community has long been recognized as essential to a healthy society. However, it is during times of division—when isolation and polarization take hold—that we truly realize just how vital community is. Today, more than ever, we need community […]
Investing in the Next Generation: Youth, Mental Health, and Empowering Emerging LeadersTuesday, March 11, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutThroughout history, young leaders have been critical in driving meaningful impact in key issue areas facing our planet and society. As we look to 2025 and beyond, building power behind this next generation of leaders can be […]
Navigating Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in a New EraJoin us for a conversation with Stacey Abrams and other expertsThursday, March 13, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutDEI leaders are currently facing significant challenges due to increasing anti-DEI rhetoric and federal changes, leading to corporate and academic uncertainty and rollbacks. American Pride Rises is dedicated to protecting […]
Salon on the Power of Community, Washington, DCWednesday, March 19, 20256:00–9:00 PM ETSalonAboutA strong sense of community has long been recognized as essential to a healthy society. However, it is during times of division—when isolation and polarization take hold—that we truly realize just how vital community is. Today, more than ever, we need community to […]
Impact Imperative: Elevating Innovative and Highly Effective Impact Programs and ModelsThursday, March 20, 20254:00–5:00 PM ETVirtual Leader RoundtableAboutSocial impact and philanthropy leaders are charged with driving sustained impact while adapting to shifting internal priorities, new financial constraints, technological innovation, changing environmental conditions, and other factors. To succeed, they must stay innovative and deeply attuned to […]
Salon on the Power of Community, Los Angeles Thursday, March 27, 2025 6:00–9:00 PM PT Salon AboutA strong sense of community is the foundation of a healthy society, but it’s during times of crisis—when lives are upended—that we truly realize its importance. In the face of disasters like wildfires, community becomes essential for resilience, recovery, […]
NationSwell Quarterly ConnectionsSign up by March 31st to be connected to a fellow NationSwell member. Learn more below.About At NationSwell, we believe in both the power of connection and the magic of serendipity. That's why we're thrilled to introduce NationSwell Quarterly Connections. This unique opt-in activity is designed to bring together our diverse community in […]
Impact x Talent: Updating Talent Development Systems for the Workforce of the FutureVirtual RoundtableThursday, April 3, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutTalent availability, development, retention, and costs are among the top risks for business leaders today. Yet, current talent development systems fail to cultivate the problem-solving and critical skills needed to thrive in a rapidly changing work […]
Leadership Lunch, DallasMonday, April 7, 202512:00–2:00 PM CTDallas, TXAboutOver the past few years, leaders have faced unprecedented challenges, navigating diverse teams through a relentless wave of crises. It’s clearer than ever that new tools, insights, and strategies are essential—not just for leading organizations, but for sustaining themselves in the process. NationSwell is convening a small […]
Signature Dinner on Innovation in Ideas, and Collective Opportunity, New York CityTuesday, April 8, 20256:00–9:00 PM ETNew York CityAboutAs we step into a season of renewal, we are reminded that the future isn’t just something we step into—it’s something we shape together. Innovation isn’t merely a tool for progress; it’s a spark that ignites new […]
Salon on The Movement to Reconnect, BostonWednesday, April 9, 20256:00–9:00 PM ETSalonAboutRobert Putnam warned us. Jonathan Haidt made us anxious. Vivek Murthy called it a crisis. Derek Thompson drove it home. Books, articles, and study after study confirm what many of us feel—the diagnosis is clear: Americans are more disconnected than ever. But what’s the […]
AI Powered Impact: Advancing Mission Delivery with Artificial IntelligenceVirtual RoundtableThursday, April 10, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutThe Generative AI revolution is rapidly transforming our world with massive implications for impact leaders’ work. From internal operations, to grantmaking strategies and emerging risks, keeping up with the breakneck pace of change is challenging for even the most plugged […]
Resilience and Hope in the Impact Sector: What’s Next and How Do We Get There?Virtual RoundtableTuesday, April 15, 20254:00pm – 5:00pm ET AboutThe social impact sector is driven by an unwavering belief in progress—the idea that through innovation, collaboration, and persistence, we can build a more just and equitable society. But what happens when that belief […]
Signature Dinner on Leading and Living at This Moment, MinneapolisThursday, April 17, 20256:00–9:00 PM CTMinneapolis, MNAboutJoin us for a NationSwell Signature Dinner series on Leading and Living at This Moment where we will lift up the most valuable and actionable ideas, practices and approaches that can best help you to navigate the challenges and opportunities […]
The Bottom Line: Collective Action for Clean AirVirtual RoundtableWednesday, April 23, 202511:00am – 12:00pm ET AboutAir pollution has now surpassed smoking and poor diet as a major cause of premature deaths globally - 99% of people are exposed to air pollution, with certain communities—such as low-income, indigenous, and elderly populations who are more vulnerable to its […]
Salon on The Movement to Reconnect, New York CityWednesday, April 23, 20256:00–9:00 PM ETSalonAboutRobert Putnam warned us. Jonathan Haidt made us anxious. Vivek Murthy called it a crisis. Derek Thompson drove it home. Books, articles, and study after study confirm what many of us feel—the diagnosis is clear: Americans are more disconnected than ever. But […]
Workshop: Crafting Impact Stories that Drive ChangeWorkshopThursday, April 24, 20251:00pm – 2:30pm ET / 10:00am – 11:30am PTAboutYour work is making a difference—but are the right people hearing your story? And are they taking the actions you want them to take? In a moment when audience attention is spread thin, everything is urgent, and people […]
