¨ BLACK AMERICANS PLEASE STEP ¨ MICHELE REED ¨ GOMOJO ¨ WWW.THEMOJOBAGS.COM ¨ Principles of Community Organizing to Keep in Mind § Local people are in the best position to solve local problems. § People support what they help create. § The process of changing negative social norms is an inclusive process which engages all facets of a community in a collaborative approach. § There is no single strategy or initiative that solves all problems. § Communities should have environment in which individuals can empower themselves to address their own and their community’s health needs . § Consistent monitoring, accountability, ongoing assessment, and evaluation are integral parts of the program planning and deliver process. ¨ ¨ Tips to Building an Effective Coalition § Put together a core group § Identify key community stakeholders who are needed in the coalition § Recruit members of the coalition § Plan and hold the first meeting with coalition ...
