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Report: Associations Increasing Advocacy Budgets
The Public Affairs Council’s report on government relations at associations found deeper investments, though staffing remains small.
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Your Leadership Pipeline Isn’t a Recruitment Problem—It’s a Meaning Problem
Every association executive knows the ritual. The nominating committee convenes, the same dozen names surface, and the calls…
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Unlearning Invisibility: The Leadership Lesson Hispanic Heritage Month Offers Associations
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, observed each year from September 15 through October 15, we're highlighting the…
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The Overlooked GDPR Obligation That Associations Must Not Miss: Appointing an EU Representative
For many U.S.-based associations, compliance with Europe’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is often viewed through a narrow…
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Behind an Advocacy Response to Controversy
With license-plate readers sparking heated debate across the country, the Security Industry Association wanted to soften the tone—and…
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Writing an AI Policy for Your Association
Association executives using AI most often are in marketing/communications, knowledge management, and member services. And why not? AI…
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Survey: Trust in Nonprofits Remains Strong
Independent Sector’s 2025 report shows nonprofit trust holds steady at 56%, while trust in philanthropy dips to 29%.…
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Animal-Rescue Pros Launch Association
As demand grows and federal funding becomes uncertain, those who save stranded marine mammals look to bond.
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For Associations, the New Era of Administrative Law Brings Opportunities and Risks
Rulemaking in the second Trump Administration is proceeding in a drastically different landscape than in the first. Decision…
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High-Tech, High-Touch: Why the Future of Association Advocacy Requires Intelligent AI Agents
When AI is implemented as a strategic partner, leaders can focus on the pillars of their core mission—advocacy,…
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Addressing Burnout in the C-Suite
CEOs are under more pressure than ever. Patience, and awareness of how stress radiates outward, can help.
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Report: Leadership Training Expanding
A new survey from the Association for Talent Development finds that giving rank-and-file workers more support encourages retention.
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Examining the Changing Legal Landscape for Associations
Tom Arend, Jr., Esq., CAE, CEO of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, speaks with Jerry Jacobs, Esq.,…
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Don’t Let the Story End When at the Fly-In
Advocacy fly-ins are one of the most powerful experiences associations create for their members. Bringing constituents face to…
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Hospital Group Refreshes Advocacy Push
With cutbacks on the table and more noise on the Hill, the Children’s Hospital Association is making its…
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Advocacy for Impact, Measurability, and Scalability: Influencing Change through Member and Industry Engagement
Advocacy is a critical part of an association’s short- and long-term goals, often serving as a central pillar…
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Designing for Healing and Empowerment: How Architecture Shapes Nonprofit Spaces
In architecture for associations and organizations, the stakes go far beyond aesthetics. Thoughtful design has the power to…
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Climate Is a Critical Business Variable for All Associations
This article is based on the updated ASAE ForesightWorks Driver of Change, The Market-Driven Climate Economy, and reflects…
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Teachers’ Group Launches Effort to Reclaim “Theater Kid”
The Educational Theatre Association’s #ProudTheatreKid campaign caught attention on social media, providing a boost to its advocacy message.
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Powering Advocacy — Why PACs Matter for Associations
Associations Now Presents podcast episode 16
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Medical Associations Seek Alternatives After Funding Cuts
With $800 million in NIH funding paused, associations are looking for new ways to support participants in medical…
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Associations Respond to the Government Shutdown
Federal shutdown continues as relief groups offer critical support to affected workers and families amid congressional deadlock.
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Associations Call for Health Secretary’s Resignation
A group of associations has taken called for the resignation of the Secretary of the Department of Health…
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Associations’ Advocacy Shapes Congressional Tax Reform Debate
Find out how ASAE-led coalitions are rallying to protect nonprofits.
