Shared Language

Aim of the tool
To quickly generate and cluster ideas, synthesize ideas, encourage discussion and consensus. 

When to use it?
The tool can be used in various stages of a MSP, but particularly in the Convergence stage. The tools is effective in groups that are diverse or have diverse opinions on an issue, as well as when hierarchies are present.

Aim of the tool
To collect and link ideas on a topic of mutual interest.

When to use it?
Shared language phase - to share ideas, experiences, stories or project results; to solve problems; to plan. 

Aim of the tool
To promote participatory reflection on trends and developments and to link events with strategic planning.

When to use it?
Early phase of a MSP. Issue exploration and shared language.

Aim of the tool
To capture the degree of influence and level of interest of each stakeholder over the relevant issues or possible objectives of the MSP.

When to use it?
Issue exploration and shared language stage: This tool can be used when initiating an MSP, but also to review a situation with an established MSP. It specifically helps to identify (potential) stakeholders who might not yet be on board.

Aim of the tool
To help people understand, visualize, discuss, and improve situations in which many different actors influence outcomes.

When to use it?
Issue Exploration and Shared Language. This tool can be used at all stages of an MSP. Not only when you plan an intervention but also to give insight whether certain goals have been achieved.

Aim of the tool
To help participants consider what kind of change strategies are being used in the MSP, and which strategies might be missing.  

When to use it?
This tool can be used in different stages of an MSP, but particularly at a moment when strategies for change are discussed. It helps to generate conversations which bring out essence of participants’ notions of change.