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Systems thinking is an approach for managing complexity. Systems thinking provides concepts and tools to view the world as a whole and find leverage points for fundamental change, conscious change. Connecting Systems Thinking and Organizational Learning (PDF, 1.46 MB) Technology for Dialogue Each part of an organization has a unique perspective on a portion of [...]

Resources for community service organizations are available through the UW-Extension Center for Community Economic Development. The web library links learners to articles, organized by topic, from board governance to volunteer management. Access a listing of other resources available on the Internet is also available through the Learner Resources Center Non-profit Web sites >>>

As people gather to make decisions together, different opinions about the best course of action are common and generally contribute toward more informed, effective decisions. Sometimes divisive conflicts arise if parties become antagonized and entrenched, but conflicts can be managed in more constructive ways. Learn more about conflict management >>>

A Leadership Workshop For Emerging Women Leaders in Nicaragua 2007-2008 VOICE Project: Phase I Report (PDF, 90 KB) The VOICE (Validating Our Initiatives and Creating Equality) Project is a twelve month Leadership Training Project focused on building human capital in women, organized by Wisconsin/Nicaragua Partners of the Americas, Inc. (W/NP), a 501c3 volunteer organization. W/NP [...]

Outcomes are the effects a program has on participants and the community. Outcome measurement provides a framework and vocabulary to encourage program improvement and to communicate results. For some resources on outcome measurement: Logic Model intro an on-line, self study course “Enhancing Program Performance with Logic Models” links to evaluation-related resources print materials related to [...]

The Internal Revenue Service has put workshops and resources for small and mid-size nonprofits online. Obtaining and maintaining 501(c)(3) tax exempt status is crucial to the success of many organizations.  This online training provides the tools and knowledge to help you keep your organization’s exempt status intact. It consists of five interactive courses, which you [...]

Nonprofit organizations are an integral part of a healthy, artistic, vital and productive community. The Wisconsin Nonprofits Association is a membership organization with the purpose of strengthening nonprofits and increasing  their effectiveness.  You can learn more about this statewide association or sign up or their free e-newsletter at the website. wisconsinnonprofits.org