Diversity Equity and Inclusion Educational Programming Getting Close: Reflections, Questions and Resources from “Just Mercy” Book Discussion May 20, 2016 by Aki Shibuya “Criminal justice in America sometimes seems more criminal than just — replete with error, malfeasance, racism and cruel, if not unusual, punishment, coupled with stubborn resistance to reform and a failure to learn from even its most glaring mistakes.” – Bryan Stevenson in Just Mercy. On May 18, I gathered with a group […] Read more »
Educational Programming Grantees Grantee Site Visit: Amara May 5, 2016 by Aki Shibuya On May 5th, members of WWF visited our only two-time Pooled Fund Grant Award winner Amara’s brand new office space in South Seattle. Amara works to ensure that every child in foster care has the love, support and comfort of a committed family – as quickly as possible, and for as long as they need. John Morse, […] Read more »
Educational Programming Women in Leadership Controlling Nervousness for Public Speaking April 11, 2016 by Aki Shibuya Did you know that public speaking is thought to be as stressful as divorce?? Yikes! And yet, it is one of the most important professional skills that leaders can have. So how can we calm our nerves, reduce our stress and succeed as public speakers? Last week, we welcomed back Arden Clise, the Pacific Northwest’s resident expert in business etiquette, to […] Read more »
Board Skills Educational Programming HR 101 for Board Members March 11, 2016 by Aki Shibuya As a nonprofit board member, you are probably aware of your basic fiduciary and governance responsibilities. But how can you help your nonprofit protect one of its most valuable assets – its people – while protecting the organization and yourself from potential corporate – and personal – liability? Washington Women’s Foundation presented a special 3-part “Human Resources 101” […] Read more »
Educational Programming Discovery Days 2015 Resources December 5, 2015 by Aki Shibuya Did you miss Discovery Days, or do you want more information on the topics discussed? You’re in luck! Scroll down to read more! If you would prefer to hear full audio recordings of Discovery Days presentations, click here. About Discovery Days: Discovery Days is the Foundation’s largest educational program each year and an opportunity for […] Read more »
Educational Programming Women in Leadership 9 Business Etiquette Tips for Women Leaders December 3, 2015 by Aki Shibuya We were thrilled to welcome Arden Clise, the Pacific Northwest’s resident expert in business etiquette, to share her knowledge with our members and guests. As more women are stepping into leadership roles than ever before, the essentials of business etiquette are critically important in order to help make any professional, networking or board-related interaction more effective. Here are […] Read more »
Educational Programming Women in Leadership Women in Leadership Series: Resources November 20, 2015 by Aki Shibuya Did you miss any programs in this fall’s Women in Leadership series –Becoming Your Best Leader: Cultivating Courage, Compassion and Connection with Janet Boguch? Don’t worry – we’ve got you covered! Scroll down for great articles, blog posts and books that will boost your leadership skills: Read more »
