“Dying to be Heard” Module One: Developing Effective Recommendations

1. “Dying to be Heard”Module One:Developing Effective Recommendations For Domestic Violence Fatality Review Teams

2. The Purpose of Recommendations • Achieve change • Define the actions that need to be taken • Provide a framework for dialogue

3. The Double-SMART Model • Specific • Measurable • Achievable • Results-oriented • Time-bound +

4. The Double-SMART Model • Solution-oriented • Mindfulness • Argued • Responsive • Targeted

5. Specific • Each recommendation should address one specific problem or issue

6. Measurable • Each recommendation should be developed so that the Team can assess unequivocally whether or not and to what extent the recommendation has been implemented

7. Achievable • The implementation of the recommendation should be possible in practical terms

8. Results-oriented • A recommendation identifies the actions required for the desired end-result

9. Time-bound • A recommendation should include a realistic time-frame for implementation

10. Solution-oriented • A recommendation proposes credible solutions backed by concrete actions

11. Mindfulness • A recommendation should take prioritization and risks into consideration

12. Argued • A recommendation should be based on high-quality objective evidence and analysis

13. Responsive • A recommendation should mitigate an identified problem and not the symptoms of the problem

14. Targeted • A recommendation should be directed to particular institutions that can legally and practically implement it

15. In Conclusion The Double – SMART model is a framework for analysis and review of your recommendations to make them more effective

16. For more information • Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence • Karen Hartz, Project Manager • khartz@mnadv.org • 301.352-4574