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ILLUSTRATIVE OUTLINE — FOR SCOPING DISCUSSION

Social impact planning framework

An illustrative framework connecting community priorities, organizational activities and credible evidence of change.

1. Purpose and stakeholders
The issue being addressed, the people affected and the perspectives needed to shape the work.

2. Activities and intended outcomes
A clear distinction between what the organization does and the changes it hopes to support.

3. Evidence and learning
Potential indicators, information sources and opportunities to reconsider assumptions.

A USEFUL STARTING POINT
- The social priorities and communities relevant to the proposed work.
- Existing commitments, partnerships and available evidence.
- The decisions and reporting audiences the framework must serve.

WHAT WE AGREE BEFORE STARTING
- Community participation, compensation and use of shared knowledge are agreed with the appropriate parties.
- The framework does not establish impact, regulatory compliance or sustainability certification by itself.

Final methods, contents and responsibilities are agreed in your proposal.

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