Pros
-The programs team deeply care about the mission and the students they support. Despite the constant management and programmatic changes, the high school and college direct-service staff provide unwavering dedication and mentorship to support first-generation college students persist through graduation. -Generous vacation time and flexible work from home option -Hiring for new executive director could potentially change work culture
Cons
-There is a toxic culture that prevents collaboration and feedback. Leadership is cliquey - it's always an "us versus them" narrative being played out. No accountability is taken by the people at the top. Program staff who voice out constructive feedback are scapegoated, silenced and gaslighted. It's dissappointing because the needs of students are not prioritited. With rapid change manangement and frequent turnover, leadership and human resources are not being transparent with what is really going on. Directors who have connections to the board, are highly favored and given preferential treament and promoted without proper protocol.