Reporting and Communication in Non-Profit Organizations: Strategies for Transparency and Stakeholder Engagement
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-mrkncmn-09
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About the Article
Effective reporting and communication are critical components of non-profit program management, enabling organizations to demonstrate achievements, foster transparency, and engage stakeholders. This article examines structured approaches for producing clear, concise, and compelling reports that integrate quantitative data, qualitative insights, and storytelling techniques. It highlights the use of standardized formats, visual aids, and multi-channel dissemination to enhance accessibility and engagement. Case studies from health, education, and agricultural programs illustrate practical applications, showing how combining data, narratives, and visual storytelling strengthens credibility, supports fundraising, and fosters community participation. By adopting these strategies, non-profits improve accountability, stakeholder trust, and organizational learning, ultimately maximizing program impact.
Key Topics
- Reporting
- Communication
- Stakeholder engagement
- Non-profit management
- Transparency
- Data visualization
- Program impact
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Reporting and Communication in Non-Profit Organizations: Strategies for Transparency and Stakeholder Engagement. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. Neya Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-mrkncmn-09
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