This volume is the last in a series of papers about systems approaches in complex environments, which includes the use of the collective impact model to address large-scale social problems, and the application of participant-driven MEL techniques across 17 networks of civil society organizations. It is based on the experiences of Root Change and Chemonics, two development partners working on …
Volume 2: Using the Advocacy Strategy Matrix for Collective Impact
This volume is the second in a series of papers about systems approaches in complex environments, which includes the use of the collective impact model to address large-scale social problems, and the application of participant-driven MEL techniques across 17 networks of civil society organizations. It is based on the experiences of Root Change and Chemonics, two development partners working on …
Volume 1: Systems Approaches in Advocacy Strategies
This volume is the first in a series of papers about systems approaches in complex environments, which includes the use of the collective impact model to address large-scale social problems, and the application of participant-driven MEL techniques across 17 networks of civil society organizations. It is based on the experiences of Root Change and Chemonics, two development partners working on …
Video: Using Social Network Analysis to Strengthen Advocacy Systems
In this video, we demonstrate how network maps and feedback surveys on Pando can be used to visualize, learn from, and engage non-profits, government officials, academic institutions, and more to achieve advocacy shared advocacy goals in Nigeria. Learn more about Pando at mypando.org.
Video: Getting Started with Pando
Pando is a dynamic online platform that uses network maps and feedback surveys to visualize, learn from, and engage with development systems. This 5-minute tutorial video uses voice over and screenshots to walk users through how to create an account and complete their relationship and profile information. It is also a great resource for anyone looking to learn more about …
Report: Disasters and Emergency Preparedness Programme (DEPP) Evaluation Summative Phase
The Disasters and Emergency Preparedness Programme (DEPP) was launched in 2014 by DFID to strengthen skills and capacity of response organizations, and improve the quality and speed of humanitarian response in countries that are at risk of natural disasters or emergencies. From 2015 to 2018, the Harvard Humanitarian Initiave (HHI), with support from Root Change, completed an independent evaluation of …
Online Course: Thinking and Working in Systems
Root Change developed this course in collaboration with the Aga Khan Foundation to equip staff and civil society leaders with the knowledge, skills, and tools you need to map, analyse, and strengthen systems. Click here to access the course. The course is made up of four modules, each consisting of several video lessons: 1) Introduction to Systems Thinking; 2) Systems …
Report: New Directions in Local Capacity Development: Embracing a Systems Perspective
This report details the methods used and findings from a systems analysis Root Change conducted as part of the USAID Learning Agenda on Local Organization Capacity Development. Organizational network analysis (ONA) was used to better understand how the local capacity development ecosystem in Nepal and Tanzania impacted capacity development outcomes.