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Upcoming Workshops

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Nonprofit Marketing: Building a Comprehensive Plan for Impact and Engagement

9:00 - 12:00 pm
CLU Oxnard Campus

Do know the elements of a strong nonprofit marketing plan? This workshop will explore how you can build such a plan that engages your constituents and strengthens your ability to reach your organization’s goals.

Advancing Equity in an Anti-DEI Climate

9:00 - 12:00 pm
CLU Oxnard Campus

The backlash against "DEI" has been building for several years, but it has reached a new level recently. So how do organizations that are committed to equity and justice - both internally and in their community - continue to pursue this work? How do organizations balance their values with risk? During this session, we will review some of the limitations being placed on equity work by the Federal Administration, what it means for our organizations, and we'll share concrete strategies and frameworks to help organizations navigate these challenging times.

Establishing Strategic Clarity in Uncertain Times: What Holds, What Shifts!

9:00 - 12:00 pm
Via Zoom

Many nonprofit leaders are feeling the strain of federal funding delays, political uncertainty, and shifting expectations from partners and funders. Strategic plans written even a year ago may feel out of step—or hard to act on. And for those without a plan in place, it can be difficult to know where to focus when so much feels unstable. This interactive workshop is designed to deliver practical guidance that will help leaders step back, take stock, and make thoughtful decisions about how to gain strategic clarity and move their mission forward.

2025 CNL Celebration of the Sector

4:30 - 7:00 pm
Museum of Ventura County

Join the Central Coast's nonprofit community as we celebrate a year of resilience, collaboration and social impact! Take time to connect with over 150 nonprofit leaders and philanthropists. We are delighted to host our keynote speaker, Dr. Akilah Watkins, President and CEO of Independent Sector. She will highlight national charitable sector trends and shed light on some of the current issues and opportunities facing nonprofits and philanthropies. Drawing from recent data, Dr. Watkins will share her insights leading a national infrastructure organization on how to build public trust in charitable organizations, effectively advocate around shared priorities, and help strengthen and advance common agendas that enable civil society to flourish.

Leading People & Organizations in Times of Change

8:30 - 12:30 pm
CLU Oxnard Campus

The last few years have been a time of unprecedented change for our world and for our organizations. When you think about all of the changes your organization has been through, is going through, or or is about to go through, what feelings come up? What thoughts? What questions? This interactive workshop is designed to answer those questions and help manage the feelings that are associated with change. Participants will be introduced to the work of William Bridges, who draws a distinction between the changes that people and organizations go through and the psychological and emotional impact of that change on individuals, groups, and organizations.

Building Strong Foundations: Revising & Revisiting Your Nonprofit Bylaws

10:00 - 12:00 pm
CLU Oxnard Campus

Nonprofit bylaws are not only necessary under the California Nonprofit Law, but also essential to obtaining and maintaining tax-exempt status. Aside from the legal and tax requirements, bylaws serve as an important roadmap to guide board governance, operations and decision-making. However, just mention the need to revisit or revise this important document, and most nonprofit board and staff members will shudder! Join us for this engaging discussion with Roy Schneider, Esq. and Jessica Villar, Esq., who will address bylaw basics, required provisions, and the process of taking on bylaw changes, then explore best practice approaches for streamline your governance practices.

Leading in Uncertain Times: Strategic & Scenario Planning for Nonprofit Leaders

10:00 - 12:00 pm
CLU Oxnard Campus

Uncertainty is inevitable—but strategic action is a choice. Nonprofit leadership today requires navigating a world of constant change—shifting funding streams, political pressures, rising community needs, and managing agile teams. Too often, this means pressure to operate in constant rapid-response mode, leaving little time to step back and plan with intention. This interactive workshop offers a practical real-time framework for strategic and scenario planning that helps you stay anchored in your mission and values, even when circumstances are uncertain.

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