CYFAR Professional Development Event 2025

Building meaningful and sustainable partnerships with community organizations is crucial for achieving a lasting impact. In this interactive workshop, participants will explore strategies to connect effectively with stakeholders, facilitate meaningful conversations, and collaborate on shared goals.  

This session will provide valuable insights into developing effective strategies for Extension and Outreach programming and reporting. The presenter will offer guidance on creating a simple evaluation plan and discuss ways to involve all stakeholders in the process, ensuring that the work is not placed solely on one person. Attendees will learn how to effectively communicate program success and showcase their work with confidence and clarity.

This interactive workshop introduces participants to Ripple Effect Mapping, a participatory evaluation method used to visually capture the outcomes and impacts of programs, partnerships, or community initiatives.  

Spend time with your coach and other Sustainable Comunity Projects within your coaching group. Discuss challenges and opportunities, brainstorm ideas, and spend quality time together.

Learn strategies for identifying, communicating with, and mobilizing key stakeholders to support program goals. This session will focus on the importance meaningful relationships from program success and sustainability.