Pros
The staff are thoughtful, committed, and genuinely care about the mission. Many colleagues are collaborative and hardworking, and there is a strong sense that people want the organization to succeed. When teams work well together, the environment can be supportive.
Cons
Leadership transparency and trust are ongoing issues. Organizational restructuring and leadership decisions are often communicated after the fact, which leaves staff trying to interpret changes without clear context. This leads to speculation, confusion about authority, and uncertainty about long term direction. There are also concerns among staff about favoritism and political alignment within leadership. When some individuals receive protection or advancement despite performance concerns, it weakens morale and confidence in internal processes. The organization does not have a dedicated HR department, which makes workplace conflicts difficult to resolve.