Teaching Paper: Crisis Management Checklists – Practical Tools for Coordinating Non-Profit Responses During Emergencies
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Affiliation: NEYA Global | NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies – Teaching Paper
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-crcntpln-tp-03
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About the Article
Non-profits are especially vulnerable during crises due to limited resources and high community dependencies. This Teaching Paper introduces two structured tools—the Crisis Management Team Activation Checklist and the Crisis Response Checklist—that guide organizations in establishing leadership, ensuring safety, and maintaining communication under pressure. A case study of a non-profit facing regional flooding illustrates how these tools can structure rapid, coordinated responses. Reflection questions, challenges, and tips reinforce practical application, while the paper positions checklists as simple but powerful instruments that bridge academic theory with operational response.
Key Topics
- Crisis Management Team Activation Checklist
- Crisis Response Checklist
- Communication strategies under stress
- Case study: flood response in a small non-profit
- Challenges and tips for effective implementation
- Linking checklists to broader resilience frameworks
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Teaching Paper: Crisis Management Checklists – Practical Tools for Coordinating Non-Profit Responses During Emergencies. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-crcntpln-tp-03
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