If left unaddressed, we believe mental health is one of the most silent, debilitating, and dangerous threats to the nonprofit sector today. And let’s face it - it’s simply not discussed enough. This discussion is about lifting the stigma and approaching the conversation square on with a diverse panel of nonprofit professionals and clinical experts who bring a depth of lived experiences, personal and professional research, and clarity of purpose. You’re not alone. Join us in community and feel seen, inspired and ready to take steps toward healing.Today’s GuestsSonya Perez-Lauterbach, Leadership Coach + Principal, splCoachingLindsay Kolsch, Co-Executive Director, To Write Love on Her ArmsKirk Brown, CEO, HANDY Inc.Paige Chenault Lohoefer, Founder, The Birthday Party ProjectEpisode HighlightsThe state of mental health in the nonprofit sector (3:10)Unique factors of mental health in the nonprofit sector (6:15)Building communities of care (10:00)How to create a flexible workplace culture and environment (20:15)Modeling the importance of mental health (27:20)Tips for prioritizing health (30:45)What supporting your team looks like in real-time (35:50)How using your voice can build community (39:00)One Good Thing (41:20)“This is our moment to lean in and change the story of how we work.” -Sonya“Being normal has never changed anything.” -Kirk“Show up for yourself, and then keep showing up for yourself.” -Lindsay“What is mine to do?” -PaigeFor more information + episode details visit: weareforgood.com/episode/455.You know we believe in shaking things up and disrupting the status quo. That’s why we’re excited to share a new podcast that’s doing just that.Future Nonprofit was created by our friends at Historic Agency to elevate meaningful conversations that help us reimagine the entire sector. Listen and subscribe now on your favorite podcast platform or visit futurenonprofit.com. Let’s build the nonprofits of the future together. We want to thank the sponsors of this year's Responsive Nonprofit Summit that we co-presented with our friends at Virtuous. Thank you to Community Boost, DonorSearch, Feathr and Philanthropy Network for your support. We are honored to lock arms with you! ?Support the showSupport the We Are For Good PodcastWe believe education is for everyone. We strive to make our teaching as forward-thinking, accessible, affordable and inclusive as possible. Your generous support will help power the #ImpactUprising, free resources and community for change-agents globally. Join the We Are For Good CommunityYou can think of it as the after-party to each podcast episode ?Say hi?LinkedIn / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube / Twitter