Best Practices for Digital Collaboration in Non-Profit Organizations
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-dgcltlenhtmpr-05
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About the Article
This article explores best practices for digital collaboration in non-profit organizations, emphasizing communication strategies, inclusive practices, effective virtual meetings, and disciplined document management. It argues that successful digital collaboration requires cultural sensitivity, structured processes, and clear communication in addition to robust digital tools. Cloud-based platforms such as Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, Evernote, and Notion are analyzed for their role in file sharing and workflow integration. By framing best practices as both technical and cultural, the article highlights how non-profits can create more efficient, resilient, and inclusive collaborative environments. The discussion connects theoretical insights on organizational adaptation with actionable steps for practitioners, demonstrating how digital collaboration strengthens mission-driven outcomes in resource-constrained contexts.
Key Topics
- Communication strategies in digital teamwork
- Inclusivity and cultural sensitivity
- Effective virtual meetings
- Cloud-based document management
- Organizational efficiency and resilience
- Non-profit digital transformation
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Best Practices for Digital Collaboration in Non-Profit Organizations. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. Neya Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-dgcltlenhtmpr-05
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