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Same here. However, I've been able to sieve out the information that is applicable within the context of the problem that I have to solve. I'm sure you will have done that too.
I am unsure about what I am supposed to respond to.
What stood for me in this module is making sure that the right audience is targeted when trying to make change. It is also important to ensure the right tactic is chosen in order to influence the audience towards the desired. However, I believe no one tactic is the solution and a combination of tactics can be used to gain the desired outcome.
I have not understood well the topic
well said and captured
It really is, but after the answers were revealed it did make much more sense
This is a very interesting module as I have learnt to take things step by step in achieving a better result. From AWARENESS to WILL then ACTION for the AUDIENCE.
In creating advocacy strategy we need to choose the right tactics to proper environment (parameter) for persuading the audience for changes. Without proper consideration of actual environment the advocacy strategy will definitely fail.
It may happen during implementation of the advocacy strategy the parameters on which the strategy framework was designed changes due to different factor, the organization should have maximum flexibility capacity to adopt new tactics for the changes.
Is to have different skills and capability to persue different tasks. This can be easily attained through partnership.
Any option to retake the quiz
Who is here to guide right now?
Yes me too😊
Request into discussion forum if anyone here can check my assignment then please do it asap
To me, it ultimately comes down to having a clear understanding of your goals, and understanding your target audience. Research and analyze. The more insight one has into the thoughts, and beliefs of their audience, the more effective your strategy will be.
This module has presented us with using adequate tactics in causing a change. It is not only all right to identify the problem, and the strategy to use, but also proper tactics must be adopted. And in doing this, the audiences must be considered. The audience could be the public or influencers of policy makers or decision makers themselves. Making tactics is complex because it interlocks several complications.
Choosing of advocacy strategies is very vital as different audience demand different approaches
Choosing of advocacy strategies is very vital as different audience demand different approaches
Choosing of advocacy strategies is very vital as different audience demand different approaches
Have been able to understand what i need to do and consider for a successful advocacy
I learnt two key things from this module. Firstly, to always begin a conversation by having something new to say with regards to new research,data,an appealing story that will tickle the fancy of your audience and to offer practical solutions to problems.
Secondly,to present a new research in a compelling manner to the public.
I am also struggling a bit in how to apply my case to policy change (or vice versa), although glad my eyes are being opened. I'm used to operating in a media and PR role, but I'm excited to be learning the in-depth practices to be applied from this course.
Sometimes you have to wait for a response
Their are so many different approaches to advocacy you can use
Very good information on advocacy and how to have a strategy that targets the right people.
This module is a bit more complex than module one and two
This module is a bit more complex than module one and two
@tamanjilogodi said in Module 3 Discussion: Other Things to Consider:
Choosing of advocacy strategies is very vital as different audience demand different approaches
@tamanjilogodi said in Module 3 Discussion: Other Things to Consider:
Choosing of advocacy strategies is very vital as different audience demand different approaches
Yes and this involves critical thinking.
Thats true.
I had to read over and over again.
Yes, and it also gives an explanation on what module 3 is all about.
Thank you
Same here 😪
Interesting module - I think I hadn't considered how much a grassroots style organisation fits into the wider picture
Advocacy for me is about identifying the problem to be addressed, understanding the political context and involving the recipients of the solution you are trying to proffer, making sure that the intended outcome will really meet their needs and that they will cooperate with you to achieve it, identifying your audience – those who are in a position to cause a change (e.g. policy makers, decision makers, influencers, etc), reaching out to your audience and engaging them with evidence-based data within the right time frame and identifying your interim outcomes to gauge your progress towards the big picture – your goal.
It was really hard to understand what you was trying to say.
It was really hard to understand what you was trying to say.
It was really hard to understand what you was trying to say.
I have learn very useful strategies that can lead to successful advocacy.
I have learn very useful strategies that can lead to successful advocacy.
Wonderful job
Both me. I really don't understand this discussion chart
In addition to all other things that have been discussed, the cultural dynamics of a place should be considered when developing an advocacy strategy. What is culturally permissible in one culture could be a no no in another cultural context.
Indeed one organization cannot possess all the tools needed to effect change it therefore needs to collaborate with like minded organizations
In selecting a advocacy tactic one has to consider the audience
The audience and political context are great determinants in selecting a tactic
think one can also consider the size and possibly level of education of the target audience while choosing an advocacy strategy.
learning how to use tactics is important
I have learned a lot on advocacy and I think before choose an appropriate advocacy strategy, you need to actually consider the literacy level of the target audience.. this will simply facilitate the audience understanding
I agree with you because it will make it easier to meet your goal
A very well explained module..I like it
Personally, I have learned a lot on the past three modules and my mind is continuing being equipped with more advocacy skills
I think that when you are considering an advocacy strategy, you always need to look at what else is going on in the landscape. Timing, other factors, outside influences, willingness of partners etc... are all things that you need to consider. one also needs to chech on the level of literacy of the audience so as to choose an advocacy strategy.
other things to consider is much better
I scored a circle"⭕" with module 3 quize.,getting tougher
Breaking down the process is very useful especially when applied to real life advocacy within a local context.
This so encouraging thank you
I think that environment analysis is crucial in advocacy driving.
and not to mention, how it helps to mitigate potential risks.
@Aharley said in Module 3 Discussion: Other Things to Consider:
Breaking down the process is very useful especially when applied to real life advocacy within a local context.
I agree that breaking down the process of how to use advocacy strategies helps, but I would like to see more examples displayed. Thus far I am enjoying the course.
Your not alone so did I.
Taking more time to carefully digest this module will aid better understanding
I also agree with your post.
I have tried to answer the question without reading the PDF notes to see whether i have some ideas, i will read the book again and all theories in it.
It is difficult to understand of Module 3. Someone have to take more concentration and read to understand. But I like the SIX question of the framework.
It is difficult to understand but I like the SIX question of the framework. Need more concentration and frequently read is the way to get better understand.
@Dipak01 said in Module 3 Discussion: Other Things to Consider:
I cant understand properly.
Well said. The factors you mentioned is very important.
The advocacy strategy framework is fantastic and not time consuming. If we carefully understand then it will be very easy to work. The 'Audience' and the 'Changes' are in the time frame. Using the six question is very much effective. in number 3 question of the six question might be hard to everyone. But more practise need to understand.
There is much to learn and understand in this module, 3. I think that in order to understand it more completely we should practice forming examples of each strategy and the audience it targets.
When I took the quiz, I got 2 of the answers wrong, but it helped to read the feedback which gave me a better understanding of how to use the framework.
After engaging in the Module 3 lessons on advocacy and now understanding better the Advocacy Strategy Framework, I can now understand how to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate advocacy plans related proposals and planned actions related to improving the human condition. That is to say: I now understand the various roles and importance of knowing one's audience (public, influencers, decision makers) and changes needed (through the awareness, will, and/or action). The six questions serve as vehicles to flesh out specific target audiences; underlying assumptions about how change takes place; complementary and/or oppositional organizations and collaborators; and plans for interim outcomes and necessary adjustments.
Other things to consider would be social science aspects of how you get people to change their behavior. This was mentioned a little bit in the readings, but there are barriers and biases that people have to change, so it is important to use messaging and tactics that respond to those. It is very hard to change someone's inherit value system, but you can tap into it in a way that leads them to where you want them to go. And the Diffusion of Innovation theory can be really helpful to see where people fall on a spectrum and who is most likely to adopt a new behavior.
Other things to consider would be social science aspects of how you get people to change their behavior. This was mentioned a little bit in the readings, but there are barriers and biases that people have to change, so it is important to use messaging and tactics that respond to those. It is very hard to change someone's inherit value system, but you can tap into it in a way that leads them to where you want them to go. And the Diffusion of Innovation theory can be really helpful to see where people fall on a spectrum and who is most likely to adopt a new behavior.
I fully agree with your opinion @shonyela . The organization should also consider several tactics in support of a given advocacy strategy and making sure to measure along the way.
Hi @Jesse_Brooks , same happened to me on the quiz. Where did you get the feedback from? Would you be available to discuss? Thanks
Yes very true advocacy is something which needs to be understood very well with its process and tactics. The process may be lengthy and may look not going anywhere, but it also something which sinks slowly. It is also something I learnt that it needs to be well grounded to get the buy in of others. In my experience it is also challenging as going out with what you advocate and at times you can get deaf ears. But one thing is for real advocacy is also encouraging and motivating by itself as we try to fulfil gaps in the rights of human being.
I don't really understand this module
All these strategy needs to be broken down for application
I think one would need to go over it again for clarification
Module 3 becomes clear as we go back through it again to get more understanding and clarity. Did this help any of you?
When you look at things to consider you must always look at the whole picture. There is never a single straight path present in advocacy and making changes. It is a multifactorial ecosystem within an ecosystem that needs to be considered.
Module 3 Discussion: Other Things to Consider
One thing that is important to consider is the amount of funds that you have. Advocacy requires resources and money in order to be undertaken successfully.
The advocacy framework is nerve-cracking and needs lots of practice to grasp it by the fingertips. All in all, it is a good rule of the thumb to guide in deciding what tactics to employ on each scenario, to who and when. The political and socio-economic contexts are also worth considering.
What I have got from this module is for advocacy to be successful,you must have deep knowledge about your strength and limitations as an organization and also the strength and limitations of others organizations. This will help you make the right decision on and which organization to partner with and how best to gain from each other.
I agree with you
i agree to this statement
while using the advocacy strategy one must keep in mind the target group and make sure that their needs are fulfilled
yes, true that
I understood the course
one should also consider the market conditions prevailing.
I think social sciences theories help a lot when trying to figure out which strategies to use in order to persuade or catch your audience´s attention. Additionally, we should not forget that your audience needs to identify themselves with what your organization is advocating, otherwise you will find yourself advocating something groundless in your audience perception. I have found the lessons very interesting although sometimes I got myself confused when trying to understand the framework.
Yeah, So I learned that even though we had many contacts for connecting the stakeholders we should good enough to select who should be in the room without being self and also for avoiding the embarrassment it's better to send the things and data in advance which would provide thrust interest to our discussion...
Do you also felt the same???
This module shows the importance of knowing the audience and identifying both the internal and external factors that may affect our advocacy. It opens the idea on the importance of having a multifaceted approach along with recognizing where collaboration can be utilized--having been able to identify one's strengths and weaknesses.
Other things to consider
Other things to consider
Generally I have learnt a lot I did not know about advocacy in as far as the three modules are concerned. The first module requires you to know 3 main things which are, The problem you are trying to solve, the causes of this problem,, the beliefs /behaviors you will need to change and the political context of the work area
Module two requires you to have /know the Timing, Framing and Motivation and the three move hand in hand and module three requires you to have the awareness, will and action that will affect/ be affected by the public, influencers and decision makers.
Generally I have learnt a lot I did not know about advocacy in as far as the three modules are concerned. The first module requires you to know 3 main things which are, The problem you are trying to solve, the causes of this problem,, the beliefs /behaviors you will need to change and the political context of the work area
Module two requires you to have /know the Timing, Framing and Motivation and the three move hand in hand and module three requires you to have the awareness, will and action that will affect/ be affected by the public, influencers and decision makers.
Education, knowledge, skills and experience are key determinants on how and why people engage at different levels on basic issues afflicting the society.
What is the shaded pink circle in the graph representing that is tje main thing i do not understand.
In advocacy we need to believe in yourself as most people are easy to be convinced in different matters while at the end they are the ones to benefit
amazing topic
yes the set up here can be a bit confusing at times.