Change and Implementation in Practice: Teaming Worksheets

Consider whose perspectives are represented on your team. 

Publication year: 2023
Author:
Capacity Building Center for States

Description

Teaming brings together varied expertise, skills, and perspectives to guide child welfare change and implementation activities. Complete this set of fillable worksheets to: 

  • Review team membership and discuss representation on your change and implementation team
  • Consider engagement of individuals who have direct experience with the issue being addressed or the services that will be delivered
  • Discuss how the team operates and how it supports inclusive and equitable teaming practices
  • Identify next steps to strengthen a diverse and inclusive team

Use these worksheets together with other Center for States Teaming resources during change and implementation processes.

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Suggested Citation

Capacity Building Center for States. (2023). Change and implementation in practice: Teaming worksheets. Children’s Bureau, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

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