Net gains: A handbook for network builders seeking social change

  • 1 January 1970
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  • Publisher : BARR FOUNDATION
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This handbook offers practical guidance for individuals and organizations involved in building social-change networks. It outlines three key stages: connectivity, alignment, and production. The toolkit includes diverse case studies and actionable strategies derived from real-world networks. It emphasizes the importance of evaluating network processes and integrating emerging scientific insights on connectivity to enhance effectiveness. The resource provides a comprehensive framework for designing, implementing, and assessing networks that aim to achieve sustainable social impact by fostering collaboration, shared purpose, and efficient resource utilization among various stakeholders.

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P Plastrik, M Taylor

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Social Justice, Philanthropy and Human Rights

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