Building Equitable HR at Your Nonprofit
Course description
As a nonprofit leader, you’re committed to making a difference—and that starts within your own team.
In this course, developed by OWL in partnership with Imagine Canada’s HR Intervals, you’ll learn how to build an equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. You’ll explore key equity frameworks, learn how to assess your HR practices through an equity lens, and design and communicate policies that align with your organization’s values. Along the way, you’ll gain practical tools and strategies to strengthen your culture, boost retention, and attract diverse, committed talent.
Key Learning Points
- Explain key equity frameworks (e.g., JEDI, ARAO) and choose one that fits your organization’s HR strategy
- Assess your organization’s HR practices to identify equity barriers
- Set meaningful equity goals and measurements of success
- Design inclusive and collaborative policy development processes
- Create a roadmap for implementing equitable HR policies and practices
- Communicate equity-based HR policies effectively
Target Audience
Nonprofit CEOs, Executive Directors, Board Members, and HR Staff

COURSE DETAILS
Average Completion Time
30 Minutes
About the Author
Imagine Canada provides programs and resources to strengthen organizations, promote corporate giving, and support the charitable and nonprofit sector. Their mission is to strengthen Canadian charities and nonprofits so they can better serve individuals and communities both here and around the world.

