Nonprofit Policy Forum
Scope & Guideline
Bridging theory and practice in nonprofit governance.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Nonprofit Sector Dynamics:
Explores the operational, structural, and financial dynamics of nonprofits, including their resilience in crises and the impact of external factors such as government policies and economic conditions. - Social Impact and Change:
Investigates the role of nonprofits in driving social change, addressing issues like climate justice, refugee support, and community resilience, highlighting their contributions to societal well-being. - Policy Analysis and Development:
Focuses on the analysis of public policies affecting the nonprofit sector, including funding mechanisms, regulatory frameworks, and advocacy efforts, aiming to inform better policy decisions. - Collaboration and Partnerships:
Examines the relationships between nonprofits, government entities, and other stakeholders, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in addressing complex social issues. - Diversity and Inclusion:
Analyzes practices related to equity, diversity, and inclusion within nonprofit organizations, promoting discussions around organizational characteristics that enhance engagement and service delivery.
Trending and Emerging
- Climate Change and Environmental Advocacy:
There is a growing emphasis on the role of nonprofits in climate policy and environmental advocacy, as seen in recent studies that analyze their impact on public opinion and climate action. - Migration and Refugee Issues:
Research focusing on the role of nonprofits in addressing migration and refugee crises is trending, highlighting their contributions to policy discourse and service provision in response to global displacement challenges. - Resilience in Crisis Situations:
The exploration of nonprofit resilience, particularly in the context of economic recessions and pandemics, has gained prominence, reflecting the sector's adaptability and capacity to navigate crises. - Social Enterprises and Innovative Funding Models:
A notable trend is the increasing interest in social enterprises and innovative funding mechanisms, including program-related investments, as nonprofits seek sustainable financial models. - Public Engagement and Advocacy Strategies:
The study of nonprofit advocacy, including the use of social media and public engagement strategies, is emerging as a critical area of focus, as organizations seek to amplify their voices and influence policy.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Nonprofit Models:
There is a noticeable decrease in research focused on conventional nonprofit models and operations, as the discourse shifts toward innovative and hybrid approaches to nonprofit sustainability and impact. - Voluntary Failure Theory:
Once a prominent topic, discussions surrounding voluntary failure theory are less frequent in recent publications, indicating a potential waning interest in this framework as researchers explore more contemporary challenges faced by nonprofits. - Charity Law and Regulation:
Papers specifically addressing charity law and regulatory frameworks have seen a decline, suggesting that the journal is moving towards broader discussions of governance and policy implications rather than legalistic perspectives. - Local-Level Nonprofit Dynamics:
Research focused on local nonprofit dynamics and community-specific issues appears to be diminishing, as the journal increasingly emphasizes global and systemic perspectives in nonprofit policy and practice. - Historical Perspectives on Nonprofits:
The focus on historical analyses of nonprofit organizations and their evolution is less prominent, reflecting a shift towards current and emerging challenges faced by the sector.
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