Category: Publish

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP: WHY LOCALIZATION IS NECESSARY & Nonprofit AS PARADIGM-CHANGER

Posted on by damonht in Impact, Publish

The Problem: Current Development Models Are Failing Traditional development approaches—whether corporate CSR, government programs, or nonprofit initiatives—consistently underdeliver because they prioritize external solutions over community agency. The result: belonging gaps and dependency cycles that limit impact and sustainability. The Solution: A Paradigm Shift to Community-Led Development PSYDEH's journey from single-person operation to globally recognized NGO … Continue reading THOUGHT LEADERSHIP: WHY LOCALIZATION IS NECESSARY & Nonprofit AS PARADIGM-CHANGER →

Impact Reporting & Transparency

Posted on by damonht in Impact, Publish

Since reorientation in 2014-2015, PSYDEH has taken numerous steps to be a paradigm-changer in community-led development. As I build similar initiatives in the US, these reporting innovations offer a roadmap for organizations seeking to demonstrate impact to funders, corporate partners, and community stakeholders. Our approach  Intentionally transparent private-and public-facing reporting is return on investment, including: … Continue reading Impact Reporting & Transparency →

Damon Taylor

STORYTELLING as bridge-building tool

Posted on by damonht in Film, Impact, Publish

Effective leaders in diverse communities don't just manage difference—they leverage it as a strategic asset. Building bridges across culture, race, and class boundaries is particularly important for Ohio and other US leaders navigating post-industrial transitions where success depends on forging new alliances between traditional industries, emerging sectors, and diverse communities. Visual storytelling--through film, photography, and … Continue reading STORYTELLING as bridge-building tool →