Keeping Your Values Aligned for Effective Advocacy Work
July 24, 2023, RAFT Team
In any advocacy work, it’s crucial to be able to identify your values and live in harmony with them. This is especially true in areas as sensitive as ...
Unveiling Your Core Values: The Path to Authenticity and Fulfillment
July 17, 2023, Maegan Bradshaw
In the journey of self-discovery and personal growth, understanding your core values is like finding the compass that guides you through life’s intricate paths. Your core values define ...
How to Write a Resume & Captivating Cover Letter
July 10, 2023, RAFT Team
According to a recent report by Monster.com, 96% of workers are looking for a new position in 2023. Most are seeking better pay, but some are seeking room ...
4 Ways to Build a Team Mentality
June 26, 2023, RAFT Team
It’s important to grasp and promote a positive team mentality to have effective collaboration between team members. This outlook not only helps to work productively but also guarantees ...
Setting Workplace Boundaries as an Advocate
June 16, 2023, Maegan Bradshaw
Advocates, we see your tireless dedication to your cause! We recognize the long work hours in often high-pressure situations; and how committed you are to making a positive ...
6 Reasons to Bring Your Whole Self to Work
June 12, 2023, RAFT Team
We spend a significant portion of our lives at work, and it’s crucial that we feel a sense of belonging, fulfillment, and authenticity in the professional sphere. To ...
9 Ways to Use Outside Resources to Support Your Organization
May 22, 2023, RAFT Team
Supporting survivors of sexual violence and domestic abuse requires the collective effort of your organization’s advocates and external resources. These collaborations empower advocates, reduce their workload, and create ...
Using Mindfulness to Combat Burnout
May 15, 2023, Maegan Bradshaw
What is Mindfulness? Mindfulness is the practice of being present and fully engaged in the current moment, without judgment. It involves paying attention to our thoughts, feelings, physical ...
12 Ways to Train Your Staff on a Limited Budget
May 8, 2023, RAFT Team
Ongoing training for your SV and DV staff is crucial for their well-being, growth, and increased resilience. But when faced with limited resources or uninterested leadership, finding unconventional ...
How Redefining Organizational Communication Creates Stronger Culture
April 24, 2023, RAFT Team
Almost every organization runs into difficulties with communication. Someone may miss an email about a meeting. A staff member may leave a volunteer in the dark about an ...