Ethical Communication as a Continuous Commitment in Religious Non-Profits
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-eth-cm-rl-org-12
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About the Article
Ethical communication in religious non-profits is not a static achievement but an ongoing process requiring vigilance, adaptability, and continuous investment. This article synthesizes insights from ten thematic areas—principles, guidelines, transparency and accountability, dilemmas, fundraising, internal communication, digital ethics, cross-cultural inclusivity, evaluation, and case studies—demonstrating that ethical communication is both a moral imperative and a strategic necessity. It emphasizes leadership commitment, stakeholder participation, inclusivity, and feedback mechanisms as essential for sustaining trust, credibility, and resilience. Ethical communication, aligned with spiritual values, ensures that religious non-profits remain authentic, effective, and trusted actors in diverse local and global contexts.
Key Topics
- Ethical communication as an ongoing process
- Leadership and organizational commitment
- Stakeholder engagement and feedback
- Inclusivity and cultural sensitivity
- Continuous evaluation and improvement
- Alignment with spiritual and moral values
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Ethical Communication as a Continuous Commitment in Religious Non-Profits. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-eth-cm-rl-org-12
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