Using Logic Model Development as an Organizational Development and Strategy Communications Tool in Changing Landscapes

Abstract Information: Organizational change is inevitable. Organizations, such as non-profits, charities, governments, and educational institutions must evolve to respond to the changing needs of their constituents. As part of this process, organizations must reflect on their mission, vision, and goals to guide how they will meet the various needs of their staff, beneficiaries, and/or partners. Logic models can be an effective tool in engaging key informants and decisions makers, articulating a clear path forward, and identifying measurable outcomes. Logic models are often developed prior to or alongside the development of new interventions, projects, or programs to support in program planning, implementation, and evaluation. Our experience shows that logic models can also be powerful strategic planning and communication tools amid reorganization efforts. By developing a logic model, newly created or reorganized organizational units can effectively identify, gain consensus on, and communicate the overarching purpose of their work, the desired outcomes and changes they wish to see as part of the reorganization efforts, and the key activities they will implement to achieve their mission and vision. In our session, we will discuss how to develop and use logic models to a) amplify and empower the voices of those who are impacted by organizational changes; b) visually depict an organization’s strategic planning process amid reorganization efforts; c) provide facilitation techniques to allow for inclusive and diverse thought throughout the strategic planning process; d) identify measurable outcomes and performance indicators to measure change; and e) share our experiences and lessons learned of facilitating these types of engagements. Attendees will walk away with key takeaways they can apply to their own logic modeling process, measurement development, facilitations techniques, and/or organizational restructuring efforts.