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Corporate Collective Water Grant Program (Central Ohio) (Proposed Project)

The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is administrating a corporate collective action grant program in which corporations pool funds to sponsor watershed stewardship projects in Central Ohio (in coordination with the Mississippi River Basin Water Action Collaborative). This program leverages TNC’s local … Learn More

Create task force teams of different skills to achieve a common goal (Lesson learned)

Task force teams are bound by a common goal (e.g. water security) but each member tackles different components of the solution, such as land management, education, or infrastructure provision. Learn More

Ensure clear and continued communication among project partners and stakeholders (Lesson learned)

Communication is an essential part of any project. Good communication with stakeholders and beneficiaries raises awareness as to why a project is necessary and beneficial. Clear communication can also generate local ownership for the future of the project and the … Learn More

Ensure the needs of local stakeholders are addressed during project implementation (Lesson learned)

To create local ownership of projects or partnerships, understand the needs of related stakeholders and beneficiaries. Beneficiaries might include local businesses, communities living near the project, local or national government, and indirectly all stakeholders whose livelihoods depend on the outcome … Learn More

Pilot your proposed intervention to demonstrate efficacy and practical benefits (Lesson learned)

A pilot, or short demonstration of the project approach before it is implemented in full, can help to build confidence in the competence and capacity of the partnership. A pilot can also serve as an example on the ground to … Learn More

Adapt engagement approach depending on unique stakeholder needs and interests (Lesson learned)

Different types of partners and stakeholders need different forms of engagement. Partners differ in their level of involvement – are they a core partner, a secondary partner, or a benefactor? Partner type also affects engagement strategies, whether the partner belongs … Learn More

Clearly define roles and responsibilities for all partners (Lesson learned)

Clearly define roles for each member of the partnership to ensure stakeholders and partners do not get confused regarding the partnership process. Roles are best defined through both verbal confirmation during stakeholder workshops and the written partnership memorandum of understanding. Learn More

Ensure high-level engagement with the public sector to unlock opportunities (Lesson learned)

High-level engagement with policy makers and government officials is necessary to ensure the partnership activities are aligned with public mandates, particularly the public sector mandate for water security. Learn More

Ensure in-depth and impactful consultation with key decision-making partners (Lesson learned)

In-depth and considered consultation with key stakeholders will lead to a better partnership and meaningful solutions to local water challenges. Focused consultations with stakeholders and prospective partners can help identify the main local water challenges that impact them and validate … Learn More

Promote greater buy-in through water resources management education (Lesson learned)

Many stakeholders will need education on water resources management and stewardship, especially those not exposed to such concepts before. This training and awareness-raising helps stakeholders engage with water sustainability to enact long-term, comprehensive solutions. Learn More