Audience Analysis for Religious Non-Profits: Strategies for Inclusive and Impactful Communication
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-cm-st-rl-org-04
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About the Article
This article explores strategies for audience analysis in religious non-profits, with a focus on low-resource and culturally diverse contexts. It examines quantitative and qualitative methods—including surveys, focus groups, observation, and stakeholder interviews—alongside segmentation approaches that address demographics, needs, behaviors, and geography. The discussion emphasizes cultural sensitivity, interfaith dialogue, and inclusivity as essential dimensions of effective communication. Feedback mechanisms are presented as tools for adaptive learning and accountability, ensuring strategies remain relevant and participatory. Audience analysis is framed as an ongoing process that sustains trust, strengthens legitimacy, and enhances social impact.
Key Topics
- Quantitative and qualitative methods for audience analysis
- Demographic, needs-based, and behavioral segmentation
- Cultural sensitivity and interfaith dialogue
- Inclusive communication in low-resource environments
- Feedback systems for adaptive learning
- Building legitimacy and trust through participation
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Audience Analysis for Religious Non-Profits: Strategies for Inclusive and Impactful Communication. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-sc-md-mt-04
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