In this time when the world is burning and churning and wicked problems are everywhere, we need effective tools to tackle the large systemic problems facing people and the planet.
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I created the Touchstone Events pattern to harness and direct the social bonding and synergy that happens when people share space with each other.
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Ultrasound devices will soon replace stethoscopes. Without proficiency, practitioners can cause severe patient harm by misdiagnosing what they see.
Grand Challenge Case Study: Inteleos Ultrasound Proficiency Read More »
The Upward Spiral is the model I developed in my work as a Grand Challenge facilitator. Feel free to adapt and customize it to your needs…
Upward Spiral: A Grand Challenge Methodology Read More »
I was recently invited to present on Stop Stigma Together, Grand Challenge to eliminate stigma around mental health & substance use disorders.
My work in Grand Challenges has taught me that systemic change is hard. I’m Inspired by Dr. Christina Economos, a leader in social change.
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A Grand Challenge is a collaborative response to complex social problems that demand large-scale change from multiple fields of expertise.
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We know that stigma kills. Stigma prevents people from getting treatment, and sometimes that can lead to loss of life. My experience in this Grand Challenge exposed me to antiquated laws and policies that perpetuate stigma.
Grand Challenge to Eliminate Stigma Around Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Read More »
If you’re planning a Design Summit for your Grand Challenge, look at what we put together for the Huntsman Mental Health Institute’s Grand Challenge to end the stigma surrounding mental health and substance use disorders. Feel free to borrow it for your work. Our mission statement is to unite all our passion, drive, and expertise
4 Goals from the Mental Health Anti-Stigma Design Summit Read More »
I’ve just concluded the design summit for the Grand Challenge to eliminate the stigma around mental health and substance use disorders. The conference was a great success, with over 130 organizations present. The summit’s success means lots of work to be done in terms of scaling up to support everyone involved. What s the best
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