Exploring community partnership development by LKopecky

2025-06-11 18:19:21 UTC

Being intentional about meetings with community partners. Too easy to get stuck in a rut of having a standing quarterly/monthly meeting that turns into general updates rather than having specific goals/action items for the meetings to work towards health equity and community improvements

2025-06-11 18:21:22 UTC

Using FPHR to EXPAND the work of community partnership development rather than using it to cover staff time for recurring meetings that we have been doing for years anyway without this funding.

Respect/trust

2025-06-11 18:21:23 UTC

Do what you say you are going to do; don't overburden partners; accept their contributions

Vulnerability

2025-06-11 18:21:45 UTC

Being able to admit what you aren't good at and where you need help makes it ok for other partners to do the same and help you to draw out what their talents are so that you can encourage them to put their talents to work as opportunities arise.

Stay engaged

2025-06-11 18:22:43 UTC

Strong partnerships are built on a willingness to stay engaged over time, adapt when needed, and invest in the relationship beyond short-term projects.

Share power

2025-06-11 18:22:52 UTC

Know when to step back and let partners lead the process

2025-06-11 18:23:05 UTC

Provide space/time for round robin during meetings to allow everyone the opportunity to share their thoughts.

CHA/CHIP

2025-06-11 18:33:13 UTC

Be willing to spend the time to go out to where people are, talk to them, and encourage their participation.