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Leveraging Network Science Strategies for Collaboration and Partnership-Building
In our ever-globalizing world of business and social impact, strategic collaboration and partnership-building are paramount. To navigate these complexities, more and more organizations are turning to network science, a field that delves into complex networks and their interdependencies. Leveraging network strategies drawn from this rich
What is Social Network Analysis? Definition, Terminology and Examples
In the digital age, understanding connections, relationships, and their complexities has become more crucial than ever. Here, Social Network Analysis (SNA) emerges as a powerful tool, offering insights that can transform various sectors, including public health, business, social sciences, and more. This blog post aims
Building Ecosystems for Social Impact: 6 Lessons From the Tech Sector
The concept of ecosystem thinking and strategies continues to spread among social impact professionals. As such, it’s helpful to revisit the roots of this exciting new way of thinking. While there are differences between for-profit and non-profit approaches toward ecosystem-building strategies, there are also many
What is a Hub-and-Spoke Network: 9 Tips, Benefits & Limitations
Network science offers powerful insights into how organizations can work together to address intricate social and environmental issues. One particularly powerful structure is the hub-and-spoke network model. Often used in contexts ranging from transportation to communication systems, this model can also be applied in an
11 Coalition Communication Tips for Telling Your Network Story
The role of communication and marketing cannot be overstated in the realm of networks and coalitions. As entities aimed at achieving common objectives, their strength lies in the synergy of their members. However, this synergy can only be achieved through effective communication and strategic marketing
Building Sustainable Community Networks: 13 Evidence-Based Best Practices
The initial energy of launching a community network or forming a coalition is truly something to behold. Seeing disparate groups converge, aligning their objectives, and celebrating their first victories together creates an invigorating sense of camaraderie and shared purpose. However, one of the key challenges
14 Revolutionary Ways to Use ChatGPT for Collaboration in Your Network
In the digital age, artificial intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of our lives, and the world of cross-sector collaboration is no exception. From streamlining communication to aiding in data analysis, AI can help networks and coalitions work together more effectively. Today, we’ll explore
PHAB Accreditation: Leveraging Relationship Mapping for Success
The Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) accreditation process is a rigorous assessment of a health department’s capacity to serve its community effectively. By achieving PHAB accreditation, health departments demonstrate their commitment to high-quality performance standards and continuous improvement. One of the key aspects of the
4 Benefits of PARTNER CPRM for Organizations, Partners, Communities, & Ecosystems
A systems approach to collaboration is a powerful way to improve social and environmental outcomes and strengthen communities and neighborhoods. However, most systems are messy and complex creatures that take time and resources to study and understand. Without the right insight into how the system
Ecosystem Mapping and Tracking for Community Health: Research Articles and Resources
During our webinar last week on Ecosystem Mapping and Tracking for Community Health, we shared a number of research articles and resources for those who want to learn more about the subject. We asked our team for more of their favorite links and compiled them
Navigating a Public Health Collaborative: 9 Research-Informed Lessons for Success
As experts in network science and public health systems, our team has witnessed firsthand the transformative potential of building an effective public health collaborative. These networks, comprised of diverse stakeholders from various sectors, have the power to address complex public health challenges and improve the
Bridging the Community Gap: 5 Key Benefits of Hospital-Public Health System Collaboration
In recent years, the importance of strong partnerships and collaboration between hospitals and public health systems has become increasingly clear. These alliances are critical for improving the health and well-being of communities, addressing health disparities, and enhancing the overall quality of healthcare. In this article,
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