Ethno-racial Diversity onNonprofit Boards: A CriticalMass Perspective

By Christopher Fredette and Ruth Sessler Bernstein

The need for greater diversity among organizational leaders and directors remains a challenge for organizations within the third sector, and beyond. This study examines diversity through a critical mass lens; that is, we examine an alternative approach to understanding the relationship between the ethno-racial composition of boards of directors and their perceived ability to engage stakeholders, improve organizational responsiveness, and effectively manage fiduciary responsibilities.