Dear RAFT: I’m Being Micromanaged (response from an advocate’s pov)
March 4, 2025, Maegan Bradshaw
Dear RAFT, I’m in a tough situation with a toxic micromanaging director. I’ve been with my organization for about 2 years, and everything has been fine until my supervisor ...
Setting Boundaries in Volunteer Organizations: Balance Commitment & Self-Care
February 10, 2025, RAFT Team
If you’re volunteering with a sexual violence (SV) or domestic violence (DV) organization, chances are your heart is in the right place—you’re here because you care deeply about ...
Building Resilience One Human at a Time
December 9, 2024, RAFT Team
Advocates are crucial in leading the charge for important causes, but the intense emotions and physical strain can wear them down. Juggling work and personal life, dealing with ...
7 Surprisingly Powerful Ways to Transition Between Work & Personal Time
September 9, 2024, RAFT Team
When you first set out to create a healthy work / life separation, the mere idea of it might keep you up at night. You compare yourself to ...
Apologies at Work: Creating Growth & Resilience
August 12, 2024, RAFT Team
Can you recall a time at your job when a genuine apology at work made a noticeable impact? It might have diffused tension, healed a strained relationship, or ...
Navigating Constructive Conflict & Collaboration in Advocacy Teams
June 10, 2024, RAFT Team
Conflict comes to every organization. More so within advocacy teams where passion and commitment to your cause can lead to differing opinions and approaches. Strong constructive conflict resolution ...
Space for Change: Designing Your Workspace for Advocacy Success
May 13, 2024, RAFT Team
Working from home can be difficult, but thoughtfully designing your workspace can make it much easier. A well-designed work area can boost your productivity, improve mental clarity, increase ...
Boundary Setting 101: 5 Tips for Building a Positive Work Environment
April 8, 2024, RAFT Team
Do you struggle to remain positive and supportive at work? You’re not alone. Building a positive work environment takes commitment, but it’s worth the effort. The solution lies ...
From Overwhelm to Organization: Strategies for Task List Success
February 26, 2024, RAFT Team
In order to achieve all the things you’d like to at work while also minding your well-being, the art of task management has become more critical than ever. ...
Striking Balance: Achieving Work-Life Harmony
February 9, 2024, Maegan Bradshaw
In the pursuit of our passion for advocacy and making a difference, it’s easy to find ourselves consumed by the noble causes we champion. Yet, it’s crucial to ...