CAN-DO Forum

Bridging Newton Resources: A Holistic Approach to Serving Families and Supporting Our Neighbors

Dr. Enin Rudel, PsyD, LCSW, Assistant Professor, Organizational and Leadership Psychology Department Director, William James College presented to a group of human service and housing providers in a forum Sponsored by CAN-DO on April 25th.

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Six Benefits of Formulating Community Partnerships:

1. Leveraging Resources: By forming partnerships, organizations can pool resources to achieve common goals more effectively

2. Expanding Reach and Impact: Collaboration allows community organizations to reach a wider audience and have a broader impact

3. Enhancing Sustainability: By establishing relationships with multiple partners, organizations can reduce dependency on a single funding source or volunteer base - more resilient to fluctuations and challenges

4. Fostering Innovation: Partnerships encourage learning from each other and adopting best practices from various fields

5. Building Trust and Relationships: Trust is essential for effective collaboration and long-term sustainability

6. Addressing Complex Issues: Partnerships allow for a more comprehensive and coordinated approach, bringing together different expertise and resources to tackle complex problems from multiple angles.