In 2023, leading nonprofit organizations are undertaking the essential and challenging task of scrutinizing their operational strategies through the Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) lens. Big questions remain, particularly regarding racial equity and its intersection with the missions we champion, the positions we advocate, the donors we prioritize, and even the composition of our workforce.And our small world of peer-to-peer fundraising is no different. Our peer-to-peer fundraising events present a unique opportunity to translate these principles into action - in our capacity to unite individuals from diverse backgrounds around a common cause, in the role our events play as a mirror reflecting the broader community we serve, and in our commitment to dismantling barriers that might hinder potential supporters from connecting with our mission.In this episode, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America’s Chief Development Officer, Deb Barge, joins P2PPF’s Marcie Maxwell for an important conversation about the critical need to prioritize the principles of JEDI in peer-to-peer fundraising work. Marcie and Deb discuss real-world examples of how leading organizations are bringing JEDI principles to life with their P2P events, as well as the role that staff and volunteers can play in creating an inclusive environment.In today’s episode, we’ll explore:
The longstanding roots of JEDI in P2P events
The importance of a diverse workforce 
The power of mission-connected volunteers
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(00:00) - Welcome to The P2P Soap Box
(01:32) - Introducing Deborah Barge
(03:22) - The Journey to Big Brothers Big Sisters
(09:32) - JEDI
(16:33) - MDA
(21:02) - Engaging Staff Diversity
(28:26) - Peer to Peer at Big Brothers Big Sisters
(37:06) - Learn how to be an Aunt Marcie Yourself!