Collective Impact - What Is It and Why Is Everyone Still Talking About It

Explore the concept of collective impact and its significance in addressing complex social issues in this 48-minute discussion. Learn why this approach continues to generate widespread interest and how it brings together key actors from various sectors to work on a common agenda. Discover how collective impact facilitates systemic changes and population-level outcomes. Hear insights from David Brooks about his recent column praising the approach, and gain knowledge from Mark Kramer, co-author of the article that articulated the framework. Delve into successful on-the-ground collective impact efforts with Monique Miles, guided by Melody Barnes. Examine crucial aspects such as the backbone function, Opportunity Youth Forum, community power building, trust, data utilization, and the role of trust brokers in collective impact initiatives.