Networks of networks have huge potential. They encourage the kinds of aggregation and numbers that can result in successful campaigns and policy initiatives. They also can convene innovative projects from…
Continue ReadingHow To Map Networks: Understand Basic Elements Of Networks (Agile Praxis)
WHAT IS A NETWORK? Social networks have existed since the discovery of fire. Although we have always expressed ourselves through language, feelings and body language, and our relationships with others…
Continue ReadingWhat’s Our Job?: Getting Clear on Network Functions
As I’ve worked with a variety of social change networks to launch or transition from one stage to another, I’ve been guided by the following formula: Form follows function follows…
Continue ReadingLista de verificación Network Weaver
A spanish/english version of the Network Weaver Checklist, translated by Ulises Aguila. La Lista de control de Network Weaver se ha revisado de la versión del Manual del NW y…
Continue ReadingNetwork Weaver Virtual Cafe No. 3
THE PURPOSE of this monthly series of virtual cafes serves to deepen the learning community of network weavers by: learning about and supporting each other in our practice of network…
Continue ReadingWeaving the Weavers : Efforts to co-create global learning and peer assist
Let´s be honest Network Weaving is super fascinating. There are so many activities that we, network weavers, can contribute to to make communities vibrant and effective. Surely, you have your…
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Network weaving plays a critical role in community development strategies of all kinds. In the Connected Community Approach, networks of residents, organizations and institutions are central to creating place-based systems…
Continue ReadingNetwork Weaver Virtual Cafe – Kick-off
Adrian Röbke and Nenad Maljković are hosting a Network Weaver Virtual Cafe kick-off. WHERE: Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/158170326 WHEN: February 8th, 2019. 16:00 – 17:00 UTC (in your time zone) DETAILS: To further…
Continue ReadingThe Power of Networks
If you’re like most nonprofit leaders, you’re devoting significant effort to your networks. But what return are you seeing on that investment? I recently spoke with 500+ nonprofit leaders at…
Continue ReadingA Network Connector Story
Sometimes a story can convey meaning better than a lecture. This week’s free resource is a story from the early days of the Appalachian Center for Economic Network’s (ACEnet) Kitchen…
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