Internal Communication and Ethics 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-07
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About the Article
Internal communication is central to the integrity and sustainability of religious non-profits, directly shaping organizational culture, staff morale, and volunteer engagement. This article explores the ethical foundations of internal communication—honesty, transparency, respect, confidentiality, fairness, and accountability—and examines mechanisms such as leadership commitment, ethics training, policies, whistleblowing systems, and conflict resolution frameworks. Attention is given to tools that foster openness, from intranet platforms and collaboration software to anonymous feedback channels, as well as strategies for inclusivity in low-skilled or marginalized communities through plain language, visuals, and culturally relevant methods. Case studies from South Africa, Brazil, India, Kenya, and the Philippines illustrate how organizations implement ethical internal communication in diverse socio-economic contexts. The article concludes that embedding ethics into internal communication reduces risks, strengthens legitimacy, and fosters long-term cohesion in faith-based organizations.
Key Topics
- Principles of ethical internal communication
- Leadership, training, and cultural strategies
- Platforms and tools for ethical communication
- Whistleblowing and protection policies
- Ethical conflict resolution
- Accessibility and inclusion in diverse contexts
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Internal Communication and Ethics in Religious Non-Profits. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-eth-cm-rl-org-07
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