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Introduction to Community Coalition Development. Steve Meier, Ph.D. University of Idaho. Topics. SPF and other background information What is a community coalition Reasons for a coalition Do you even need one? Your capacity to develop a coalition Cultural Issues Structural Issues
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Introduction to Community Coalition Development Steve Meier, Ph.D. University of Idaho
Topics • SPF and other background information • What is a community coalition • Reasons for a coalition • Do you even need one? • Your capacity to develop a coalition • Cultural Issues • Structural Issues • Other Topics
Nuts, Bolts, and Things to do • Analyzing the Focus • What should we focus on • Community analysis (Formal and Informal) • Community participation • Methodology, Structure, and other specific things to do • Working with Diverse Groups
Business Plans, fundraising, etc • What do you want to become • Who will be in control • Barriers • Finances • How to overcome barriers • Coalition Models / Structures • Momentum and Renewal
Analysis (Do we ever stop?) Leadership changes Self Destruction and other bad things.
Class Concept Class is a participative outline I will provide you with some information Exercises - You are going to need to apply the information to your community May not be able to accomplish all tasks we discuss here This is an open class. You are expected to participate
Ground Rules Specific Information about your particular community remains here (Confidentiality) Participants need to respect the opinions of others even though they may disagree with them. Cell Phones Take Care of Yourselves.