Three models of collaborative social impact

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Shalom,

This issue of Sheatuf-yeda presents three different models of action aimed at generating collaborative social impact - two from abroad, and one from Israel, developed and implemented right here at Sheatufim. All three are models of collaborative action, whether multi-sector or single-sector, utilizing the unique assets of each sector and/or organization. Each of the examples provides a glimpse into the complexity of these processes as well as the significant outcomes they may yield.
Enjoy your read!

Your comments and thoughts are welcome.
Write to us at:yeda@sheatufim.org.il.

Crowd Wisdom in the Service of Government
The public sector around the world is beginning to realize that the new way to solve problems is through collaborative action that integrates perspectives from both the social and business sectors. The emerging concept of "Collective Intelligence" is demonstrated in this article published by NESTA. The article presents a number of ways in which the government requests information from the public, and details the challenges of developing new capabilities and tools, changing the law, etc. You can also read here about the public participation processes we operate for government offices in Israel.

Collective Impact in Education is Gaining Momentum
Throughout the world, the inter-sector problem-solving model is being adopted in the field of education. This article, by the Wallace Foundation, reviews the activities of eight inter-sector collaborations to improve education in the US, using the Collective Impact approach. The article shows the power of the initiatives in making connections between local parties, and presents some lessons learned, like the benefits of collaborating with the national level.
Learn more about our 5X2 initiative that implements the model in Israel - here.

Impact Spheres - a Single-Sector Model for Collaborative Impact
Sometimes, the way to solve a social problem is through the collaboration of several players from the same sector. The Guide for Impact Spheres, developed at Sheatufim integrates all components required for an effective impact sphere: beginning from the working assumptions, the prerequisites for success, and the core activities.
The guide was developed on the basis of our accumulated experience working with social organizations, supporting impact spheres and training of managers of collaborative social impact processes. You're invites to read the guide (in Hebrew) here or the case-study of 'Hamerhav' impact sphere in English here.

The Studio for Collaborative Social Action - Come study with us!

• What is collaborative social impact and why is it good?
• How to become a leading and influential partner in a Collective Impact initiative?
• How to establish or manage a collaborative process?

Social entrepreneurs, organizations that lead social processes, social activists – we offer you a range of practical learning sessions, to examine perceptions and to experience our tools for collaborative social impact. The topics and nature of the meetings will be adapted to correspond exactly to the needs and the challenges you are currently facing. Read more here!