Locally-led Action Toolkit

Here are some general principles to help your organisation get the most from this Toolkit:

• Know your audience: Think about the most effective way to use this Toolkit for your organisation. Consider the background knowledge of participants. Will there need to be preliminary discussions to help build understanding before using the tools? Is there terminology that needs clarifying?
• The power of the collective: These tools are best completed with other people. Different perspectives and experiences from across your organisation will lead to a fuller picture and help identify areas of agreement and disagreement. This may include your Board, as well as staff and volunteers.
• Be open and reflective: Building a safe space where people feel able to express their opinions is essential. Actively welcome differences of opinion and encourage reflection.
• There is no right or wrong answer: These tools aren’t a test, nor are they designed to tell your organisation the ‘right’ action to take. Those participating should be encouraged to ask questions but know that there might not always be a clear answer.
• Be flexible: The tools are there to guide you, not restrict you to one way of doing things. If the questions or approaches aren’t relevant for your organisation, move on or try another section.
• Celebrate strengths: Take the time to appreciate the strengths of your organisation and partners, and your progress so far.
• Be kind: These can be challenging conversations. Consider the wellbeing of yourself and others participating.
• A work in progress: Making change takes time. Think about how your organisation will create the space for ongoing discussions and keep itself accountable.
• Prioritise: Don’t feel like you need to tackle all the tools or all the Domains at once. Be realistic and prioritise as you go.

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