Toolkit to assess the readiness of the partners
Toolkit to assess the readiness of the partners
Andrews et al (2011): Development and Evaluation of a Toolkit to Assess Partnership Readiness for Community-Based Participatory Research
Purpose:
- To assess the readiness of partners.
- Tool “facilitates transparent and open discussion among partners”, promoting trust, understanding and engagement (p.6).
Content:
Partnership Readiness Format (includes different dimension to assess the readiness (see figure above/ CBPR Partnership Readiness Model (ibid: 8) e.g.
- goodness of fit (shared values, compatible climate, mutual benefit and commitment);
- capacity (effective leadership, inclusive membership, complementary competencies, adequate resources);
- operations (congruent goals, transparent communication, conflict resolution and equal power (p.2)
