Internal Communication in Religious Non-Profits: Building Transparency, Collaboration, and Organizational Cohesion
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-08
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About the Article
This article explores the role of internal communication in strengthening transparency, collaboration, and trust within religious non-profits. It highlights practical mechanisms such as regular meetings, structured updates, and technology-mediated platforms, alongside participatory feedback systems that enhance inclusivity. Emphasis is placed on transparent decision-making, recognition of contributions, and the importance of conflict resolution through dialogue and mediation. By situating internal communication within organizational communication theory and nonprofit management, the article underscores its role as both a practical necessity and an ethical responsibility. For academics, it deepens understanding of organizational culture in faith-based contexts. For practitioners, it provides a framework for fostering cohesion, morale, and resilience in resource-constrained environments.
Key Topics
- Internal communication as organizational foundation in religious non-profits
- Structured updates and digital platforms for collaboration
- Feedback systems for inclusivity and accountability
- Transparency and recognition practices for motivation and trust
- Conflict resolution and organizational cohesion
- Mentorship, peer support, and communication capacity-building
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Internal Communication in Religious Non-Profits: Building Transparency, Collaboration, and Organizational Cohesion. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-cm-st-rl-org-08
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