April - October, 2023
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In 2022, Tamarack upgraded its approach to community and systems impact. The Changemaker Experience will explore all facets of the community and systems impact approach including exploring the core principles which drive place-based change forward, enhancing your change and impact skillsets and deepening your understanding of the frameworks or ways of working to support you to translate your social change goals into reality.
Below you will find more details about the Changemaker Experience and how to participate in the initial peer cohort. We invite you to explore these webpages and learn more and apply to join the Changemaker Experience. Contact Duncan Field if you have questions about the Changemaker Experience or application process.
The number of participants per cohort is limited to maximize the learning experience so, don’t wait.
We are living in a time of significant change. The past three years have revealed deep divisions in our communities and systems. There is increasing discord, social isolation, and pressures on communities. Navigating complex community challenges such as food security, poverty, mental health and wellbeing, youth and citizen engagement requires collaborative mindsets and skillsets.
The Changemaker Experience is your opportunity to engage in enhancing the skills which are essential to build the consensus and commitment to accelerate community and systems level impact. The Changemaker Experience will bring together a small cohort of changemakers who will learn together, experience tools, resources, and develop new skills to bring back to your communities and collaboratives.
The deadline for application to the Changemaker Experiences is March 17, 2023 with the first cohort launching in April 2023.
The Changemaker Experience is intentionally designed as an intimate, small group learning experience. The 2023 Changemaker Experience cohort will be limited to 40 participants. Throughout the Changemaker Experience, the participants will build connections and become a peer learning group where they can share their successful practices and their challenges in driving community and systems level change.
As a member of the Changemaker Experience Cohort, you will have access to the latest thinking about community change from dynamic speakers and community change leaders, and a global perspective about different framework and tools.
Changemaker Experience cohort members will commit to monthly virtual learning sessions and will be invited to share their perspectives to shape and grow the learning experience as it unfolds.
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1) A virtual workshop series and two coaching sessions exploring the key elements of effective community change including collaboration, community engagement, leadership, innovation and evaluating impact
2) Monthly cohort sessions with guest speakers on a range of relevant topics
3) Exploration of cutting-edge frameworks, tools, resources, and evidence-based solutions which drive change forward
4) Expert and peer coaching sessions designed to support your changemaking experience
5) A focus on applying theory to advance change in your collaborative or community
6) Access to Tamarack's publications, research and guides for communities and local leaders
7) An opportunity for rapid prototyping, and peer feedback on program design, piloting, and launch
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The Changemaker Experience is designed for individuals who have been leading change in their organizations or communities for three or more years. You are a committed leader who is seeking an advanced learning experience. You are willing to share your perspectives with your peer group. You are excited about making this investment in your own leadership and driving forward change in your community.
1) A stated commitment to and experience with community and system level change
2) A stated commitment to engage in the collective impact and community engagement processes that define the Changemaker Experience
3) Ideally, a current community change initiative you are eager to develop, implement or enhance
4) A commitment to fully engage in the community and peer learning experience throughout the nine-month commitment
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The graphic above shows the rough timeline of the learning journey between February and October 2023,
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The application process is open now and applications will be received until March 17, 2023. Successful cohort candidates will be notified of their confirmation in the program by March 24, 2023.
Registration will be limited to a maximum of 40 learners to ensure a dynamic learning experience. Successful applicants will be sent access to all cohort materials and Zoom meeting details in advance. For those of you having to navigate different time zones, Tamarack will record the speaker and workshop sessions so that you and your team can learn virtually. The fee for the 7 session series and coaching calls is $999.
The Cohort will convene from 1:00 - 4:00pm ET on the following dates in 2023:
We want everyone to learn how to improve their community! To ensure this, Tamarack supports low-income learners through the Paul Born Be a Light Fund. Please fill out this form or reach out to Duncan if you would like to apply for a scholarship. Learn how you can donate to the Paul Born Be A Light Fund and get a charitable receipt.
Please contact Duncan if you have any questions or concerns.
Tamarack is recognized globally for its learning resources. Check out some of the resources, tools, and frameworks which will be explored throughout the curriculum: