networks 101 presentation

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The Funder’s Role in

Networks

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Why do networks matter for

YOU?

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A collection of people

What is a social network?

connected by relationships

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network

― adjective: connected, transparent, decentralized

― verb: to connect, to spread, to organize into a network

― noun: a structural form for organizing

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Networks come in many different forms

networks inside organizations

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networks cultivated by a single organization

Networks come in many different forms

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Networks come in many different forms

coalitions and alliances

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Networks come in many different forms

multi-hub networks

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Networks come in many different forms

networks of networksSource of network image: orgnet

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What makes networks powerful?

self-organizationSource of network image: orgnet

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What makes networks powerful?

rapid growth

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What are networks good for?

—Weaving communities

—Accessing perspectives

—Sharing and building knowledge

—Mobilizing people

—Coordinating resources and action

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What are networks good for?

weaving and engaging communities

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accessing many and new perspectives

What are networks good for?

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sharing and building knowledge

What are networks good for?

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mobilizing people and building movements

What are networks good for?

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coordinating resources and action

What are networks good for?

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Questions we’d like to discuss with you:

• How can a foundation catalyze and foster networks?

• How can a foundation support networks?

• How can a foundation become networked? What does it mean to lead with a network mindset?

• How can grantmakers use social network mapping?

• What constitutes a healthy network?

• How do you assess network impact?

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How can you learn more?Join Network of Network Funders group on WiserEarth

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How can you learn more?

• Join WiserEarth group: www.wiserearth.org• Download Network Funders resources on GEO

Conference site & WiserEarth –diagnostic tool and topic briefs

• Stay tuned for:– Interim report on learning from Network of Network

Funders– Funders’ Guide to Networks (GEO pub, 2011)

• Leave your business card

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THANK YOU!Diana Scearce (Diana_Scearce@monitor.com)

Barbara Kibbe (Barbara_Kibbe@monitor.com)

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