Network Building Training
Learn how to build and manage a thriving peer-led network where everyone has a part to play.
Create powerful communities and networks for change
Why build peer networks and communities of practice?
If you’re already managing a membership organisation, you’ll know just how much potential lies in the collective power of networks. You’ll equally understand how challenging managing a network can be.
If network building is new to you, consider this: Have you ever been part of a group of people who share similar goals or interests? Maybe you’ve exchanged information or collaborated with others in this group to achieve your objectives. Well, that’s essentially what peer networks and communities of practice are all about.
These networks play a vital role in creating systems of support, scaffolding growth, and laying the ground work for systemic change.
we’ll show you how to empower others to lead and flourish within the network
In this training, you’ll explore how to build and manage peer-led networks in a way that doesn’t stifle their growth. Instead of adopting a top-down approach, which can be counterproductive, we’ll show you how to empower others to lead and flourish within the network. That’s the key to creating a thriving, self-sustaining network that can truly make a difference.
During the session we’ll draw on The Network Building Canvas, to help you understand, test, and experiment with your network. By answering questions like who is part of the network and how do people find it, you’ll gain insights into how to create a genuine peer-led network that enables deep transformation.
Chris and I went on a fantastic training course this morning delivered by The Social Change Agency – best training in years!
I feel more able to build the Global Justice Now youth network
Super useful and essential for building the power of social movements
What’s covered in the training?
During the training we’ll cover the key areas listed below, reflecting on their importance and specifically how it applies to your work, challenges and goals.
1. Typologies and structures
What are the different types of network? Are there different stages of network development?
2. Purpose, identity and values
Do people need a shared vision to form a successful network?
3. Power, leadership and decision-making
How can people work together to make networks effective?
4. Roles and functions of people
What roles are essential in networks to make networks effective?
5. Value creation and exchange
What value can networks create and how is it exchanged? What are the potential business models?
6. Infrastructure and resources
What resources and infrastructure are needed to best support networks?
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