Step 5: Develop a communication strategy

Set up an effective communication plan between partners

Consider:

• What is the overall purpose for communicating and what does the partnership hope to achieve?
• Who is responsible for communication between partners?
• What type of information needs to be shared, with whom and how often?
• What needs to be documented, and how will it be shared?
• Are there additional funds and/or resources needed?
• Does the plan ensure consistent, transparent and timely communication?

Get consensus on the means and methods that will be used to communicate

Consider:

• What types of methods are available for communication and what would work best in this initiative?
• Are any technologies needed to do this successfully?
• Is any training needed for staff to use these means and methods effectively?
• Are communication systems compatible among partner organizations?
• What information needs to be protected and how will the partner member ensure its protection?