The Hive Collective Podcast: Shifting Power in Nonprofits (Beth Ellen Holimon)
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| 01 Dec 2022 | Episode 1: Travis Ning from MAIA Impact and Proximate Leadership | 00:41:35 | |
Travis Ning is the former ED of MAIA Impact. MAIA Impact is redefining the word school and rural Guatemala through a holistic educational model with an equal focus on academics, culture, and identity creating a generation of empowered girl pioneers. We always say that in mission-driven organizations we want to work ourselves out of a job. Travis Ning, former ED of MAIA Impact, has achieved that . MAIA Impact’s work is still needed and relevant, but their goal has always been to develop Mayan leaders to take the program on. Having Mayan leadership direct the program means the leaders are now proximate to the problems they are trying to solve. They have successfully transitioned leadership to two extraordinary Mayan women and we are going to talk to Travis about he got there. The Hive Collective is a strategic partner to nonprofits and NGOs all over the world. Reach out to us at info@hivecollective.net | |||
| 17 Jan 2023 | Episode 2: Alison Carlman: Global Giving and Co-Creation | 00:44:13 | |
Beth Ellen interviews Alison Carlman about how her Global Giving team recently stopped one of their seemingly successful programs cold because it was not achieving their equity goals fast enough. They used human-centered design to co-create a new model that is more equitable and so much more. You are gonna want to hear this! The Hive Collective is a strategic partner to nonprofits and NGOs all over the world. Reach out to us at info@hivecollective.net | |||
| 01 Feb 2023 | Episode 3: Jill Lalonde and Harriet Spears on the Radical Honesty Needed to Shift Power | 00:55:23 | |
Episode 3 features Jill Lalonde, executive director of OneVillage Partners working in Sierra Leone, and Harriet Spears, leading partnerships for Women's Global Education Project. With podcast host Beth Ellen Holimon, they discuss community-centric fundraising and its role in fundraising for international organizations, how to engage your board in shifting power, and the hard questions we have to ask ourselves as leaders when shifting power. The Hive Collective is a strategic partner to nonprofits and NGOs all over the world. Reach out to us at info@hivecollective.net | |||
| 24 Feb 2023 | Ep. 4: Topher Wilkins and an Alternative Governance Structure for Social Enterprise | 01:05:08 | |
Beth Ellen Holimon interviews Topher Wilkins who has been bringing people together in community for many years through Opportunity Collaboration. This global community of changemakers comes together once a year, and now more often, to support each other in building sustainable solutions for ending poverty and injustice. Topher is a true visionary and will share with us the power shifting transition Opportunity Collaboration has been undertaking. He'll also share with us a personal project he is participating in called Lunar University. The Hive Collective is a strategic partner to nonprofits and NGOs all over the world. Reach out to us at info@hivecollective.net | |||
| 15 Mar 2023 | Ep. 5: Women's Earth Alliance on Culture and Co-Leadership | 01:13:02 | |
Women's Earth Alliance has a unique triple co-director leadership model that reflects their organizational culture as an ecosystem that adapts, responds, supports, and cares. They don't just shift power. They redistribute it, mold it and turn it into something that draws people in. Get to know Kahea Pacheco, Melinda Ruth Kramer, and Amira Diamond who have been leading WEA for over a decade. The Hive Collective is a strategic partner to nonprofits and NGOs all over the world. Reach out to us at info@hivecollective.net | |||
| 20 Apr 2023 | Ep. 6: Global Fund for Women and VidaAfroLatina: Partnership for a Movement | 01:07:45 | |
The Global Fund for Women is enabling Black feminist organizations to get a greater foothold in the philanthropy space by providing fiscal sponsorship. In this episode, Beth Ellen interviews Shonda Brooks from Global Fund for Women and Lori Robinson from VidaAfrolatina. VidaAfrolatina is sponsored by the Global Fund for Women and is bringing light to people who are Afro-descendent in Latin America, the invisibilization that has been occurring for centuries, and the sexual abuse that is associated happens when a population is unseen. The Hive Collective is a strategic partner to nonprofits and NGOs all over the world. Reach out to us at info@hivecollective.net | |||
| 29 Nov 2023 | Feminist Leadership Series: Latanya Mapp Frett | 00:47:44 | |
Hello, changemakers and leaders! In the latest episode of The Hive Collective Podcast, we had the honor of speaking with Latanya Mapp Frett, CEO of Global Fund for Women. She inspired us with stories of feminist leadership, revealing how her grassroots values foster innovation and collective action. We discussed the transformative power of boards embracing diversity and the critical need for equity in philanthropy. This episode is a masterclass for anyone looking to learn why a gender lens is important to leadership.. Join us, champion the change, and reimagine the future of leadership. Stay empowered! The Hive Collective is a strategic partner to nonprofits and NGOs all over the world. Reach out to us at info@hivecollective.net | |||
| 21 Dec 2023 | Feminist Leadership Series: Abby Maxman, CEO of Oxfam America | 01:12:04 | |
Don't miss a riveting edition of The Hive Collective Podcast, featuring the exceptional Abby Maxman, CEO of Oxfam America, renowned for her transformative approach to feminist leadership. In this episode, part of our Feminist Leadership Series, Abby shares invaluable insights garnered from her vast experience at the helm of one of the world's leading nonprofits. Listeners will have the opportunity to learn from Abby's dedication to embedding feminist values within Oxfam's culture, her strategic focus on intersectionality, and her commitment to tackling climate, economic, and gender justice. With a spotlight on her visionary leadership and the innovative Gender Action Learning journey at Oxfam America, Abby stands as a paragon for leaders striving to drive change while challenging patriarchal structures. Her candid discussion about the evolution of her feminist leadership journey offers profound lessons for anyone looking to lead with intentionality, inclusivity, and a relentless drive for social justice. Join host Beth Ellen Holimon in a conversation that's sure to spark reflection and inspire action towards gender-transformative leadership. The Hive Collective is a strategic partner to nonprofits and NGOs all over the world. Reach out to us at info@hivecollective.net | |||
| 09 Jan 2024 | Feminist Leadership: Helene Wolf and Maya Tamayo | 01:09:24 | |
In this episode of The Hive Collective Podcast, host Beth Ellen Holimon guides listeners through a profound dialogue with two powerhouse feminists, Maya Tamayo and Helene Wolf. Tamayo, co-founder of Bayi, shares her feminist journey and her organizations’ decision-making practices, importance of self-reflection, and navigating partnerships aligning with feminist values. Helene Wolf, co-founder of Fair Share of Women Leaders, reflects on growing up in East Germany, her family's political influence, and the urgent need to unlearn patriarchal structures. She delves into the practicalities of co-leadership and decision-making within her international work to advance women leaders. Both guests stress the significance of power relations, collective empowerment, and managing dissent. The episode also explores the relationship between feminism and concepts like inclusivity, equity, decolonization, and liberative philosophy. This episode is a treasure trove of insightful discussions on transformative feminist leadership, and it sets the stage for an eagerly anticipated continuation on board governance. Tune in to The Hive Collective Podcast for an expansive look at feminism's role in shaping leaders and forging equitable, inclusive societies. The Hive Collective is a strategic partner to nonprofits and NGOs all over the world. Reach out to us at info@hivecollective.net | |||
| 21 Jan 2024 | Feminist Leadership Series: Jensine Larsen and Kirthi Jayakumar of World Pulse | 01:15:52 | |
The Hive Collective is a strategic partner to nonprofits and NGOs all over the world. Reach out to us at info@hivecollective.net | |||
| 30 Jan 2024 | Feminist Leadership Series: Sana Mustafa of Asylum Access | 01:09:53 | |
The Feminist Leadership Series of this podcast continues as we feature the remarkable Sana Mustafa, CEO of Asylum Access. This discussion delves into how feminist leadership shapes governance and the conscious effort to share power within organizations. Sana shares her advocacy for leaders to empower their teams by exercising the right to decline demands that clash with their values, stressing that 'No' can be a powerful response to donors and partners. We also uncover how opening up discussions about these conflicts leads to positive outcomes and stronger partnerships built on mutual values. Sana addresses organizational dynamics, with a focus on how including refugee leadership and varied lived experiences within board structures can revolutionize traditional governance. Cutting through the façade of performative board practices, Sana emphasizes the limitations of traditional metrics of qualifications and the profound impact of inclusivity in hiring. By equipping underrepresented individuals with power rather than mere representation, real change takes place. The podcast explores the intersecting forms of oppression, such as racism, sexism, and classism, and the pursuit of liberation informed by feminist principles. Sana criticizes select feminist theories that fail to account for class and capitalism and calls for internal change in organizations to dismantle patriarchal and capitalistic power structures. We get a glimpse into the practical steps Asylum Access is taking to manifest this change, from board support to expert guidance. Sana Mustafa bio: Sana Ali Mustafa is a movement leader in the forced displacement sector and a feminist human rights activist fighting against systems of oppression in Syria and around the world. Sana’s work has been informed by her experiences as a brown, queer, Arab, and forcibly displaced woman. After being forcibly displaced by the Assad regime, Sana led the establishment of global efforts for the representation and inclusion of forcibly displaced persons, such as the Global Refugee-led Network. Sana is currently Chief Executive Officer of Asylum Access, where she leads the organization’s work to dismantle decades of colonialism, fight for self-representation, and build intersectional coalitions to demand human rights for all forcibly displaced people.
Prior to joining Asylum Access, Sana managed her own consulting business where she helped over a dozen public and private sector organizations such as Oxfam International, Open Society Foundations, United Nations, WeWork, and others to establish strategies to operate more equitably in support of refugee rights and refugee leadership. Sana is also an active public speaker. She has delivered a TED talk and spoken at the United Nations headquarters in New York, the National Press Club in Washington, D.C, the Carnegie Endowment, the White House, Harvard Law School, Stanford, and numerous other venues. Sana is a board member of Karam Foundation, which helps Syrian refugee youth in Turkey harness their ambition and creativity. Sana is also a member of Syria’s first Syrian Women’s Political Movement, a coalition with the aim of uniting women from across professional fields and ethnic lines to create a vision for women’s inclusion in a future Syria. The Hive Collective is a strategic partner to nonprofits and NGOs all over the world. Reach out to us at info@hivecollective.net | |||
| 08 Apr 2024 | Feminist Leadership Series: #2 with Helene Wolf and Maya Tamayo | 01:11:40 | |
In this episode, Beth Ellen, Maya, and Helene delve into the challenges and dynamics of feminist work, particularly focusing on the transition towards professionalization and the need for fair compensation. The conversation illuminates the dilemma faced by organizations in balancing volunteer-driven efforts with the necessity of paid roles, underscoring the impact of this shift on accessibility and inclusivity within the movement. It explores the historical expectation for board members to work for free, a practice that inadvertently reinforces existing power structures by limiting participation to those with the financial ability to volunteer. They discuss the significance of reevaluating governance and compensation structures through a feminist, intersectional lens to ensure diverse perspectives are included, moving towards a more equitable and effective approach in feminist organizations. They touch on the global context, noting the challenges of professionalizing feminist work amidst opposition in various regions, and the implications for organizational governance and power distribution. They advocate for a shift from traditional, patriarchal governance models towards frameworks that are inclusive, supportive, and collaborative, emphasizing the importance of intentional restructuring to align internal structures with advocacy goals. This dialogue highlights the journey towards creating equitable, effective, and transformative feminist governance and advocacy efforts, advocating for a reimagined approach to compensation and participation that prioritizes inclusivity and fairness. The Hive Collective is a strategic partner to nonprofits and NGOs all over the world. Reach out to us at info@hivecollective.net | |||
| 09 Jul 2024 | Harrison Brookie: Improv Comedy for Organizations | 00:55:46 | |
In this episode, we dive into the world of improv with Harrison Brookie, the Executive Director of Alchemy Comedy Theater. Harrison shares his journey into improv, starting from a theater requirement in college to leading a successful comedy theater in Greenville, South Carolina. He explains the essence of Alchemy Comedy, highlighting their weekly shows, classes, and corporate training programs. The Hive Collective is a strategic partner to nonprofits and NGOs all over the world. Reach out to us at info@hivecollective.net | |||
| 09 Jul 2024 | Building Shared Values and Collective Governance with Sumona Majumdar | 00:44:47 | |
In this episode of The Hive Collective Podcast, we sit down with Sumona Majumdar, the CEO of Earth Island Institute, to explore her journey and the significant changes she has introduced since taking on the role in March of last year. Sumona shares the thoughtful approach she took in her initial months, starting with a two-day retreat designed to foster shared values and build strong relationships within her team. Sumona discusses how these retreats, held every four to five months, were instrumental in creating an environment of trust and open communication. The process involved engaging activities that allowed team members to connect on a personal level, which paved the way for honest discussions about values and future goals. A particularly memorable activity was envisioning the impact of their work seven generations into the future, as well as reflecting on their ancestral histories. This exercise helped team members connect on a deeper level, acknowledging their diverse backgrounds while uniting around a common vision for the future. Central to their transformation was the implementation of collective governance. Earth Island Institute adopted values such as community, adaptability, justice, equity, and power sharing, which have become the guiding principles for their decision-making processes. They established decision-making circles for critical areas like compensation, hiring, and DEI, involving a broader range of staff in these decisions to distribute the leadership load more equitably. Sumona also reflects on the challenges of this transition, including the initial excitement and the practical concerns of managing increased workloads. Despite some ongoing adjustments, the shift to collective governance has been a positive step towards a more inclusive and collaborative work environment. Tune in to hear more about how Earth Island Institute is navigating these changes and the impact of shared values on its organizational culture. Connect with us:
@Beth Ellen Holimon The Hive Collective is a strategic partner to nonprofits and NGOs all over the world. Reach out to us at info@hivecollective.net | |||
| 09 Sep 2024 | Building Community Power: From Trauma to Transformation with Camryn Smith and Jen Zuckerman | 01:06:43 | |
Welcome to The Hive Collective Podcast with your host, Beth Ellen Holimon. In this episode, we explore how nonprofits can shift power dynamics by centering those directly impacted by systemic injustices. Today’s guests are: Jen Zuckerman is owner of Zuckerman Consulting, working with philanthropic, academic, and community organizations on issues of power, connection, and authentic relationship building. As part of her work with Zuckerman Consulting, Jen contracts with the DEI Works Collective. Her work focuses on institutional organizing, concentrating specifically on recognizing power and operationalizing power shift strategies. She previously served as the Director of Strategic Initiatives at Duke University’s World Food Policy Center, focusing on people-first policy development for equitable food policy in the US. There, she supported research to demonstrate the racialized history of policies that have created the inequities in the food system of today, identifying strategies that shift power and decision making to community leadership. Jen’s background is in philanthropy, spending twelve years at the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation as the Senior Program Officer for Healthy Living and the Director of Strategic Partnerships and as a Board member/Board Chair of the Sustainable Agriculture and Food System Funders Network. The Hive Collective is a strategic partner to nonprofits and NGOs all over the world. Reach out to us at info@hivecollective.net | |||
| 17 Sep 2024 | Shift Power with Period Awareness: "Period Reality" Shares How Work Can Better Support Women | 00:46:30 | |
Embracing the Menstrual Cycle for a Healthier Life The Hive Collective is a strategic partner to nonprofits and NGOs all over the world. Reach out to us at info@hivecollective.net | |||