The Orientation course consists of four separate modules which, if presented all together, would take about 3 hours. However, the individual modules are also self-contained and free-standing, so each could be presented alone, or in different combinations, depending on the audience and the amount of time available. This training is highly recommended for anyone new to LeaderComm and interested in learning about the organization’s core principles (“The 3 Rs”), unique skillset, and projects. It also presents a foundation for the basic concepts of collective impact.
The Orientation Training is aimed at learners that are new to the organization and interested in knowing its origin, its leadership, and the basic foundational principles that make up the LeaderComm approach to creating transformational social impact. The intended audience includes community leaders, community groups at all levels, potential funders and LeaderComm supporters as well as potential local routers.
The Orientation training consists of four separate modules which, if presented all together at once, would take about 3 hours. However, the individual modules are also self-contained and free-standing, so each could be presented alone, or in different combinations, depending on the audience and the amount of time available.
The four Orientation modules are:
Who We Are (approx. 30 minutes)
This module presents LeaderComm’s mission and key foundational principles, called “The 3 Rs.” It also presents the origin of the organization through the rich experience in community development and organizational leadership of its founders. This history provides a meaningful construct for how and why the organization was created.
What We Do - Enhance, Add Value and Multiply Effect (approx. 60 minutes)
LeaderComm has a unique set of values that guide its work: fostering authentic relationships, making connections, and passing on lessons learned. This module illustrates how these values are embedded in three different types of work projects: Strategic Alliances, Best-Practice Partnerships, and Community Building, which is grounded in current collective-impact theory and practice. All three of these projects contribute to a fourth priority for LeaderComm: Disseminating Lessons Learned.
The Role of the Router (approx. 60 minutes)
Critical to the LeaderComm approach to collective impact is the role of a Community Router who coordinates all communication and activity within a LeaderComm Community-Building project. This module introduces the roles of the Router and the unique skillset that a Router requires. Using the principles of LeaderComm, the Router leads the way for community members to co-create needed transformational change in their community.
LeaderComm and You! (approx. 30 minutes)
This module provides a compelling rationale for how LeaderComm can be of great value to community members considering collective impact as a strategy for needed community change.
The Orientation modules are PowerPoint presentations that include animation and video. They also include a presenter’s guide, interactive activities, and handouts for participants. They can be presented to a single person using a laptop or iPad, to a whole group in a training setting using large-screen projection, or remotely via the Internet.
