Governance with Equity: DEI for Nonprofit Boards

This online, self-paced training is designed specifically for nonprofit boards and includes 6 modules covering 22 topics. You will receive practical guidance, assessment tools, and valuable resources geared towards organizational leadership and transformation.

We’ll cover:

DEI Fundamentals for Board Oversight
DEI Assessments and Cultural Audits
DEI Blueprint for Board and Committee Meetings
Creating a Culture of Inclusion and Belonging
Evaluating Agency Operations with an Equity Lens
A Deeper Dive into Equity

Complete your certification today and begin to apply these practices, principles, and transformational ideas to your nonprofit board.

All monetary amounts referred to on the Site are in USD (US Dollars), and all payments shall be made in USD. Please be aware board positions and titles may vary by jurisdiction. You are advised to research the law or consult with legal counsel licensed in your jurisdiction for any needed clarification.

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1. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Fundamentals for Board Oversight 5 Topics | 5 Quizzes

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Working DEI Vocabulary

Working DEI Vocabulary Quiz

Vision, Mission, and Core Values

Mission, Vision, Values Quiz

Board DEI Policy and Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Board DEI Policy and Diversity and Inclusion Statement Quiz

DEI Best Practices

DEI Best Practices Quiz

DEI Business Case for Nonprofits

DEI Business Case for Nonprofits Quiz

2. DEI Assessments & Cultural Audits 3 Topics | 2 Quizzes

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Quantitative Data

Qualitative Data

Qualitative and Quantitative Assessment

The Power of Stories

The Power of Stories and Taking Action

3. DEI Blueprint for Board Meetings and Committees 4 Topics | 4 Quizzes

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How DEI Principles and Practices Apply to Nonprofit Board and Committee Meetings

How DEI Principles and Practices Apply to Nonprofit Board and Committee Meetings Quiz

Small Group Engagement

Small Group Engagement Quiz

DEI in Friend-raising and Fundraising

DEI in Friendraising and Fundraising Quiz

Best Practices for a DEI Committee

Best Practices for a DEI committee Quiz

4. Creating a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging 4 Topics | 4 Quizzes

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How Organizations Create Culture

How Organizations Create Culture Quiz

Key Practices for Inclusion and Belonging

Creating a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging Quiz

Onboarding and Mentoring

Onboarding and Mentoring Quiz

Celebrating Differences

Celebrating Differences Quiz

5. Evaluating Agency Operations with an Equity Lens 3 Topics | 3 Quizzes

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Principles and Practices of Equity Lens

Principles and Practices of Equity Lens Quiz

Recognizing the Dynamics of Different Equity Lenses

Recognizing the Dynamics of Different Equity Lenses Quiz

Understanding the Intersectionality of Equity

Understanding the Intersectionality of Equity Quiz

6. A Deeper Dive Into Equity 3 Topics | 3 Quizzes

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Unconscious/Implicit Bias

Unconscious/Implicit Bias Quiz

Systemic Inequities and Systemic Racism

Systemic Inequities and Systemic Racism Quiz

Micro-Aggressions

Micro-Aggressions Quiz

DEI Certification Test

About Instructor

Krista Johnson

I help businesses and individuals tell stories to captivate the attention of their target audience and convert that target audience to action...bringing my clients one step closer to achieving their goals! I am a dynamic leader, bold creative, and branding expert with more than a decade of experience. As the co-founder of Luminary 2, a Dallas-based creative and marketing agency, I use a unique approach that blends art and science to create custom marketing strategies that lead to powerful and profitable brands. My diverse background in non-profit, beauty, and automotive, along with my multidisciplinary skill set in branding, design, and video production, allow me to tell impactful stories for businesses that captivate and convert. I also help individuals develop their personal brands using the same process and techniques used by fortune 500 companies. My recent feature in Voyage Dallas highlights my passion for creative living and community development, while expressing my desire to lead, motivate, and inspire young women in business. To learn more, check out @theluminary2 and @kristaraejohnson_ on IG or head over to www.luminary2.com!

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