Here's a moment from the Green Thumbs Youth Program. Sean, a program participant, is eager to share what he's learned about gardening.
Do you see how this progress update is an example of how the program is supporting Transformative Learning and Community Voice?
The big value add—bigger than time savings and everything—is really getting to know a partner organization. It's so much better to see what's happening, as opposed to read what's happening.
AJ Yates
Director of Programs, The Children's Education Initiative
What are the core values of the organization? What are the individual components of the impact you're trying to create? What are your participants already familiar with?
Check out our guide to developing your own COGS here.
Check out our Documentation Field Guide for advice on what to ask your participants to document.
Tip: look at pages 9 & 13 for some great prompts!
Start building a culture of documentation in your community. Here is a quick video to get you started.
Alternatively, check out our tips to Foster belonging in your learning community.
