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The Water of Systems Change

By: Mark R. Kramer, John Kania and Peter Senge
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  • | Language:English
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Abstract

Foundations involved in systems change can increase their odds for success by focusing on the least explicit but most powerful conditions for change, while also turning the lens on themselves. The Water of Systems Change aims to clarify what it means to shift these conditions. We offer the “inverted triangle” framework as an actionable model for funders and others interested in creating systems change, particularly those who are working to advance equity.

Keywords

Foundations; Systems Thinking; Systems Change; System; Change; Organizations; Strategy

Citation

Kramer, Mark R., John Kania, and Peter Senge. "The Water of Systems Change." Report, FSG, May 2018.
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Mark R. Kramer

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