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helps to root the event in the community, supporting active engagement, and building local pride.
How
Not just another dull meeting Design the Collaboration Kick-Off in a way that is appropriate to the specific event and its stakeholders. Avoid it being perceived as yet another meeting by thinking creatively about how to inspire those involved to make a difference locally. For example, interesting facilitators; incentives to attend; considering barriers to participation; and the level of formality, will all influence the engagement of those involved.
Have a clear agenda
Communicate a clear purpose and agenda for the Collaboration Kick-Off . Consult the Gameplan Collaboration Kick-Off Agenda and Gameplan Budget Checklist Templates designed to produce the contents of Gameplan . The aim is for all stakeholders to gain a shared understanding of the Gameplan , their role, and the next steps. Collaborators should leave feeling motivated by what lies ahead, not just for the event, but beyond for the Collaboration Kick-On .
Add new names to the participant list
In the spirit of increased collaboration, identify and invite community influencers and representatives of key stakeholders who are likely to be needed. Double-check with participants that you have not missed someone off the list.
What’s the story for the Gameplan ?
Like a mission statement, a Gameplan should publicly explain what local benefits the event should have. It needs to communicate the story for the event’s social impact objectives, how these will be achieved, who is being targeted, and why people might want to get involved. Reframing this story for different audiences can help increase engagement. It is also important to demonstrate the longer-term Gameplan commitments by communicating the plan for sustaining social impacts and community engagement after the event.
Shake things up with new venues
Think creatively about the best venue to hold the Collaboration Kick-Off event. A well- chosen venue can inspire people to take action, engage new stakeholders, encourage people to attend, and keep costs down. Keep it Local
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