Posts by Lynn Fahselt
A Change in Leadership at ReThink
Some of you know us very well, and we’ve been movement partners for years. For others, you know ReThink, but principally through the work of our outstanding colleagues. That outcome is by design. Our entire model is based on centering organizations and leaders working for a more just and peaceful world. We’ll share two phrases…
10 Gender Traps in Communications—And How to Escape Them
When it comes to building a more representative, just, and equitable society, it matters who gets quoted, heard, promoted, and elected—not just in a designated history month but year-round. In our work to diversify the voices and experts who appear in the media, we refer to this as “voiceshare.” And when it comes to voiceshare,…
Who Gets Heard Matters: We Are a Long Way from Gender Equity in Who the Media Quotes. Let’s Fix That.
With this month marking 100 years since the ratification of the 19th Amendment, which prevents an individual from being denied the right to vote on the basis of sex in the U.S., and with an eye towards Women’s Equality Day on August 26 (don’t get me started on it being just for one day), the…
12 Tips for Getting More Coverage for Your Media Hit
A favorable media placement is invaluable in establishing your credibility as an expert and developing your unique voice and perspective as a thought leader, especially if you are new to your field. The media landscape and news are more crowded than ever, so don’t miss out on extending the reach of your piece, well beyond…
Taking Care of Yourself, Your Staff, and Ensuring Our Critical Work Continues Apace
Thanks to all of you who have shared the steps you are taking to both take care of yourself and your staff and to ensure our critical work continues. All of your great ideas have informed and inspired some of our own. In order to stay safe and connected as staff within and across our…
What Nonprofits Can Say to Influence the Transition to a New Administration – And What They Can’t
The long-awaited 2016 Election has now come and gone, leaving nonprofits racing to refine their advocacy goals and strategies in the new administration. But as nonprofits, we still need to be aware of which actions are allowed (and which aren’t) under 501(c)3 restrictions. Luckily, the Alliance for Justice Bolder Advocacy initiative has pulled together a…
Introducing the ReThink Blog: A New Communications Strategy Blog for Our Nonprofit Partners
It’s hard to believe, but we are halfway through 2016. How have your communications goals for the year measured up so far? If the thought of reporting on your communications deliverables in your next grant report is sending your heart racing, fear not. ReThink Media is here to help. We are thrilled to announce the…