10 Things Nonprofits Need to Know About Civic Engagement
Featuring Louroz Mercader
Civic engagement lies at the heart of nonprofit work, empowering communities, fostering democracy, and amplifying voices often unheard. In this session, Louroz will draw upon his extensive experience in city building, public engagement, and nonprofit leadership to provide invaluable insights into effective civic engagement strategies for nonprofits. Learn how as a nonprofit, you can enhance community involvement, bridge gaps in government services, and amplify the voices of your stakeholders. Gain actionable knowledge to enhance your own organization’s impact. Louroz will share tips for nonprofit civic engagement, offering practical guidance and perspectives to help your board navigate the complexities of community engagement. From fostering partnerships to leveraging community strengths, learn how to engage effectively with your community and drive positive change.
About the Speaker
Louroz is an experienced city builder and communications professional with a progressive career in the public and not-for-profit sectors. He is currently the Executive Director of the Yonge + St. Clair Business Improvement Area and is focused on supporting small businesses to recover from the pandemic. As an active member of the community, he is a volunteer board member for several organizations. He is also the co-founder of RISE Tribe; a Filipino youth networking, mentorship and leadership program. Louroz is a recipient of the Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers awarded by the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, a 2009 Diverse City Fellow with CivicAction, and is a Global Shaper with the World Economic Forum.
About the Series
This online event is part of a complimentary series of talks and Q&A sessions hosted by The Good Growth Company in partnership with the Centre for Social Innovation. Each session features an expert from the community sharing 10 things nonprofit organizations and charities need to know about a given topic — from messaging to measuring impact. The series is designed for leaders and within nonprofits, charities and social ventures.
Session Format:
Presentation: 10 Tips Talk
Q&A: Ask Your Questions
Length: 45-Minutes to 1 Hour
About the Host
The Good Growth Company is an upskilling company for non-profit organizations and purpose-driven businesses seeking to invest in their people to help scale their mission. Boost your social impact and level up your team with targeted workshops and more. Get started here.
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