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Performative and Duplicitous - Partnerships Upstream USA Employee Review

1.0
Jul 15, 2022
Partnerships
Recommend
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Pros

Upstream pays extremely well across the board and likely leads the non-profit field in salaries. Benefits are equally generous. Work life balance, dependent on the supervisor, is amenable. The equipment and technology provided to employees is top notch.

Cons

HR is performative, duplicitous, and driven by their perception. HR has sent employees written requests to complete reviews on Glassdoor, framing the ask as a "favor." Disagreement is discouraged and weaponized. The alarming attrition rate is not a coincidence. As most former employees of Upstream remain in the reproductive health field, the treatment of team members and Upstream's consistent lack of ability to deliver on the program has soured the organizations reputation. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion remains a priority for employees. Leadership and HR will bring in innumerable consultants, conduct endless surveys, and change nothing. The resentment from routine inaction and wheel spinning is wide spread and easily felt.

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Upstream USA Response
4y
Thank you for the time you took to share your feedback. We have shared your review with Upstream leadership as it does not reflect the employee experience that we strive for. We appreciate any feedback which helps us learn how we can better live out our mission and EDI values, build trust, and bring joy to our work everyday. We are glad to hear of your positive experience with our compensation and benefits. We do occasionally invite employees to write Glassdoor reviews if they wish so those outside the organization can learn about the experiences of real Upstreamers. We also conduct staff surveys to get a pulse on areas where we're doing well and need to improve internally - If you are still working at Upstream, we hope you will continue to participate and provide candid feedback through that avenue as well.

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5.0
May 13, 2024
Anonymous
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Pros

- Remote Work Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom to work from anywhere, accommodating your lifestyle and preferences. - Org-Wide Retreats: Experience exciting trips to new cities that embody our core values of Trust, EDI (Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion), Joy, and Mission, fostering team bonding and personal growth. - Supportive Team Environment: Collaborate with mission-driven, passionate, and kind colleagues who are always there to uplift you, ensuring a positive work atmosphere even on tough days. - Competitive Benefits: Access a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring your well-being and security while working towards our shared goals.

Cons

While the organization is young and growing, it's still working on its strategy, career paths, and expansion. However, the leadership team is actively addressing these areas, showing a commitment to improvement and future growth.

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3.0
May 5, 2026
Manager
Recommend
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Pros

High paying positions for the nonprofit sector, great benefits, opportunities to grow skills across departments

Cons

Multiple workforce reductions over the last handful of years, frequent strategy change, org-wide spending makes long term stability questionable

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Upstream USA Response
1mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're pleased to hear that you recognized our competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunities employees have to broaden their skills and collaborate across departments. We also appreciate your candid comments regarding organizational change. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we continually evaluate our strategy and organizational structure to ensure we can maximize our impact and remain financially sustainable over the long term. While these decisions are never easy, they are made thoughtfully with our mission and future in mind. We understand that periods of change can create uncertainty, and we remain committed to strengthening our communication, supporting our employees, and building an organization that is positioned for long-term success. We appreciate your feedback and wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
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