Regarding implementation, the organization is purposeful in its communications practices, but they still tend to be concentrated in the efforts of one or two individuals rather than integrated as an important function throughout the organization. Outreach is slightly more routine, with established and written policies regarding outreach to, and collaboration with, target audiences. In terms of support and integration, the Executive Director recognizes and supports the communications function and has even received some training on it. However, communications rarely makes it into the budget as a separate line item, and when it does, it is the first.
