One of the best ways to understand the abilities of a group or movement is through a SWOT Analysis as seen below.
This is a common exercise and can give you a great picture of your capabilities and potential constraints. This can help you map out your abilities and can prepare you for setting realistic goals.
Download a PDF of this graphic and fill it out yourself. Use this mapping exercise to see what assets you have available and to whom you can reach out for support.
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After researching, you now have a grasp on what is happening to the ecosystem and what needs to be done to reverse the degradation. Using that information, you can create goals that line up with your capabilities.
Whether you are a group of 1 or 100, having structure is helpful. Having structure can ensure that tasks and logistics do not fall through the cracks.
After researching, you now have a grasp on what is happening to the ecosystem and what needs to be done to reverse the degradation. Using that information, you can create goals that line up with your capabilities.
Whatever your goals, make sure they are specific, measurable, and achievable. Organizing a measurement and monitoring system will help you maintain efficacy and efficiency. This can also often determine which tools, resources, or additional people you may need. See the chart below for some monitoring frameworks according to various potential goals.
Using that information, you can create goals that line up with your capabilities.
Remember the SWOT analysis exercise where you outlined your strengths, weaknesses, resources, constraints, and capabilities? Below, you'll find examples of some of the hurdles that you may face and possible solutions.
For each of the hurdles pictured below, we've outlined how you can use your resources, strengths, and capabilities to overcome your biggest constraints. For instance, if devoting time to your campaign is holding you back, reaching out to a community center for volunteers could help you allocate tasks and build support.
