Request for support: A tool for strengthening network capacity

Jamie Bain, Noelle Harden, Stephanie Heim

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Abstract

A request for support (RFS) is a tool that is used to strengthen network capacity by prioritizing needs and optimizing learning opportunities. Within University of Minnesota Extension, we implemented an RFS process through an online survey designed to help leaders of food networks identify and rank learning and capacity-building needs and indicate their preferred methods for partnering with us to meet those needs. The tool was effective in enabling us to systematize teaching and engagement and tailor efforts to the needs and assets identified through the survey. Other Extension professionals can adapt the tool to guide their work with networks.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Article number# 6TOT2
JournalJournal of Extension
Volume55
Issue number6
StatePublished - Dec 1 2017

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