How to Partner Without Losing Identity or Momentum | Wednesday Wisdom Ep.13

Coalition work is essential for nonprofit growth, but partnerships can fail when identity, purpose, or accountability are unclear.

In this 35–40 minute Wednesday Wisdom episode, nonprofit leader Mazi Mutafa breaks down how organizations can collaborate without losing momentum, vision, or voice.

You will learn why partnerships matter for systems change, how coalitions break down, and what structures protect your mission in collaborative environments. This episode goes beyond theory, offering practical guidance drawn from cultural diplomacy work, multi-institution collaborations, and community-based nonprofit leadership.

What You Will Gain from This Episode:

• Why funders demand collaboration and why it matters

• The real reasons partnerships collapse

• How to maintain mission identity while working with others

• Tools for structuring roles, accountability, and communication

• When to walk away from a coalition that is draining capacity

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