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Initiation

As unique as communities of practice are, as differently they may kick off. They can start as a loose network of individuals who become inspired by a shared common concern by time, or they are initiated on purpose around a common concern.

However a local community of practice may have emerged, it’s initiation becomes easier when the COP members can share a common understanding and vision. And if one or more members step up to facilitate the establishment and later an eye-level running of the COP.

The following tools provide change agents and members of a COP with a variety of background information and tools to support their ambition to co-create social innovation.

How to initiate a local cop?

Establishing COP sometimes are easier build when you have a solid basis. See our resources to inspire your own social learning pathway.

How do we understand Social Change and Innovation
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What are Communities Of Practice
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What are Communities Of Practice
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What is our Communities Of Practice Mind Set
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How to facilitate a COP initiation?

Initiating a COP needs passion and takes time. See some resources to support your change agent pathway.

Needs Analysis - The What and Why
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Needs Analysis - The How
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Needs Analysis - A Worksheet
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