The Strategic Value of Training Programs in Non-Profit Organizations: Synthesis and Future Directions
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-dv-tr-pt-11
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About the Article
This article synthesizes key lessons from the full cycle of training program development in non-profit organizations. It examines needs assessment, curriculum design, instructional methodologies, facilitation, evaluation, and continuous improvement, highlighting their interconnection and strategic significance. Ethical principles such as confidentiality, inclusivity, and transparency are positioned as foundations of trust, while emerging innovations—AI, personalized learning, VR/AR, and sustainable practices—point toward the future of capacity building. By bridging theory and practice, the article underscores that training is not a peripheral activity but a strategic investment that strengthens organizational resilience, accountability, and long-term impact.
Key Topics
- Aligning training with strategic organizational goals
- Instructional design and measurable learning objectives
- Methodologies and inclusive delivery strategies
- Evaluation frameworks and continuous improvement processes
- Ethical principles in training and development
- Future trends: technology, personalization, and sustainability
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). The Strategic Value of Training Programs in Non-Profit Organizations: Synthesis and Future Directions. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-dv-tr-pt-11
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