Krista Hiddema

Resilience Is Not a Personality Trait. It Is a Design Choice.

In the animal liberation movement, we speak about resilience often. We praise resilient leaders. We encourage staff to build resilience. We offer workshops on stress management and self-care. These tools have value. However, they are not the heart of resilience.

ActivismKrista Valerie HiddemaFebruary 21, 2026resilience, work, leadership, self-care, accountability, organizations, individuals, ethics, reflection, SPAA 2026 Comments

Fundraising: Beyond Financial Support

Fundraising is often perceived primarily as a mechanism for generating financial resources necessary for the survival and growth of non-profit organizations, including those dedicated to vegan advocacy.

AnnouncementKrista Valerie HiddemaMarch 4, 2024fundraising, veganism, advocacy, strategic planning, spaa 2024, leadership, volunteerism, building community, mission, vision, supportComment

Who is Ultimately Responsible for Your Career?

The short answer to this question is YOU!