Focus on community assets and positive experiences to generate energy and momentum for transformative change.
Developed by David Cooperrider at Case Western Reserve University, AI has been used in thousands of communities to build on existing strengths rather than focusing on deficits.
90% of participants report increased optimism and engagement
75% increase in utilization of existing community assets
80% of AI-designed initiatives achieve their stated goals
60% increase in community members taking leadership roles
85% of communities maintain positive change trajectory beyond initial process
Complete toolkit with interview guides, facilitation materials, and implementation templates
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Character quality: collaboration
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