Target the levers of influence to achieve the desired changes

To achieve the desired changes, it is important to identify the actions that will contribute most to supporting and reinforcing each other. In this respect, a sound analysis of the different systems in which we act will help us identify the actions to prioritize, the levers to optimize and/or the practices to influence to achieve the effects sought by the change initiative.

  • A system is a set of elements that interact with each other to achieve a common goal over a period of time. Systemic reading is therefore very useful for understanding the relationship between individuals and their environment, and identifying levers and areas of influence.

    The iceberg of systems thinking, up and down

    Theiceberg tool is an explanatory model that highlights what we believe and what we observe. He uses this metaphor to illustrate the fact that, often, the observed problem represents only 10% of our understanding of the situation, and that 90% lies beneath the surface, influenced by many invisible currents - our beliefs. 

    The iceberg of systems thinking

    The six conditions for systemic change

    This pyramid-shaped conceptual framework is a more recent variant of the iceberg model, adapted by FSG (Foundation Social Change), to help read the structures, relationships and beliefs within a territory, an organization and/or a change project: Variant of the iceberg - systemic thinking

  • Influence is defined as the action of one person, circumstance or thing on another. In a change initiative, it is important to target the skills of individuals, the missions of organizations and the actions currently underway that are judged to contribute most to the realization of the change strategy. This analysis will help identify the Influence levers and strategies on which to build.

    Guide d'accompagnement impact collectif : Condition stratégie à fort effet de levier

    In the Collective Impact coaching guide developed by Dynamo, the high-leverage strategy condition suggests questions to ask yourself, as well as a framework for identifying mutually supportive actions to achieve the change strategy.

    COLLECTIVE IMPACT APPROACH Support guide

    Nancy Fraser's theory of social justice

    A framework for analysis and animation that considers that economic, cultural and political conditions must be met to enable all members of the community to participate on an equal footing in the formulation of measures to counter social injustice: Social justice theory

    Scaling Deep: A strategy for systems change

    A summary of research onsocial innovation practices and methods, highlighting the importance of large-scale, deep cultural transformation work in creating sustainable systemic change: Scale deep - The Systems Sanctuary