Where Are We, Again? What Does a Coalition’s

Transcript:Where Are We, Again? What Does a Coalition’s:
Where Are We, Again? What Does a Coalition’s Capacity Need to Include? Coalition Capacity Various types of resources that a coalition has at its disposal to reach its outcomes Collective knowledge, skill sets, readiness Partnerships and collaborations Consider all the processes and tasks that each step of the SPF requires Levels of resources (Individuals/organizations/community/state/federal) So How Does Your Coalition Know Their Capacity? What Makes Coalitions Successful? 1) Clarity in mission and vision/goals 2) Effective structures 3) Meaningful meetings 4) Opportunities to build a sense of community 5) Strategic outreach and communication What Makes Coalitions Successful? 6) Opportunities for member growth and responsibility 7) Builds, uses Champions 8) Meets needs and provides benefits 9) A clear strategic plan and reliance on data 10) Doing projects #1. The Mission and Vision A strong and clear mission/vision helps articulate the way we see the “better future” Helps us guide all members of our coalition towards this larger goal Helps motivate individuals towards the shared agenda #1. The Mission and Vision A mission statement defines the organizations purpose and primary objective A vision statement is values driven, inspirational, and offers a look at what the world would be like if the mission is achieved Write down your personal mission and vision #1. The Mission and Vision Who knows our Mission Statement? Who knows our Vision Statement? (No Cheating!) Group Work Get into groups of 4-5 Dissect the Mission / Vision Statements What does it mean? How would we know it is being achieved? What does the coalition “do” to drive this forward? Does the community understand it? Do we understand it? Identify 4 to 5 key words (themes) that should be considered in interpreting the M/V #2. Effective Structure Regular meetings Active committees Updated by-laws Executive boards/teams New member orientations #3. Meaningful Meetings Agendas are actionable and followed Ability to speak and be heard Advertising of meetings Convenient locations Transportation provided if necessary #4. Sense of Community Informal opportunities to build sense of community Participation in social activities Equal treatment Contributions recognized and rewarded All individuals feel welcome Successes are celebrated, even the little ones Recognizing Members Based on Their Needs Types of Needs Need to Contribute to the Greater Good Need to Affect Change Need to Gain and Understand Information Need to Gain Physical Possessions Need to Feel Appreciated May change depending on situation Don’t assume needs! How Do We Assess Their Needs?