Boston Learning Circle Notes on Youth Development

Author: Claire Reinelt
Subject: youth , leadership , development , learning circle , boston
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Abstract: Notes from the Boston Learning Circle gathering on Youth Development Initiatives.
Posted Mon, 06/18/2007 - 14:07 — Elissa Perry

Evaluating the Emergence of Leadership Within Networks and Communities of Practice

Author: Debbie Frieze
Subject: evaluation , boston , networks , communities of practice , Berkana
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Abstract: Powerpoint presentation on Berkana Institute's theory of change, the evaluation questions they are asking, and the challenges they have faced.
Posted Sat, 09/22/2007 - 15:40 — Claire Reinelt

Leadership innovation and the role of evaluation

Posted September 23rd, 2007 by Claire Reinelt
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What is the role of evaluation in the process of leadership innovation? This is a question we discussed recently at a Boston Circle gathering. Debbie Frieze shared Berkana’s theory of change that starts with a premise that local leadership is a powerful force for innovation and change. Experimentation with new ideas and processes happens at the local level where leaders are responding to the conditions they face. They actively seek alternatives to “business as usual.” Innovation often inspires resistance because people are not easily able to let go of the old to make room for the new.  read more »