Community Engagement Playbook

for Youth Leaders

 Welcome
At Digital Tayo, we believe that a better digital world starts with us and that the youth like you have a powerful
role to play.

We have developed a playbook that can allow you to better engage with and advocate for the issues you care
about, both offline and online. We have designed the playbook that is easy-to-use, and applicable to all types of
youth — whether you want to use it in school, with your organizations, with your barkada, or just by yourself.

We have also included a guide on how you can remember to use this playbook for moments when you need it
most. It is our hope that this playbook helps you and that you find ways to make it your own as you spark positive
change within your communities.
 WHAT IS THE PLAYBOOK? WHAT IS THE PLAYBOOK NOT?

A guide on how to advocate for issues Something you just read; no

Playbook
you care about application

Not fixed or final; personalize this Something you complete all at once

Basics
based on your experiences
Something you use without
considering your experiences in your
Provides progressions that are to be community
accomplished over time

This playbook is just your guide. You are still the hero!
Your personal experiences are what will help you
in creating solutions for your community.
 Playbook Navigation Guide
PHASE 1 PHASE 2 PHASE 3 PHASE 4

Setting direction for taking Taking action by sharing Taking action by having Taking action by coordinating with
action information conversations with others other groups

PLAY 01. PLAY 02. PLAY 05. PLAY 08.

How can I identify and prioritize my How can I choose the smartest topic What can I do to become more confident to How can we identify groups to
community’s needs? and content? speak up? partner with?

PLAY 03. PLAY 06. PLAY 09.

How can I maximize my chosen How can I build better relationships What can we do to set up
medium? with others? partnerships?

PLAY 04. PLAY 07. PLAY 10.

How can I set discussion goals

How can we share resources?
How can I personalize the content? and agenda?
 This playbook is meant to be used when you need it. As a strategy to build the habit of opening it, you can create Tiny
Tiny Habits® Habits®, a method developed by world expert on habit formation, Dr. BJ Fogg. Make your own Tiny Habits® recipe by
following the steps below:

START WITH A SMALL, SIMPLE BEHAVIOR

1
Try “I will open my playbook to the navigation guide”

MAKE IT PART OF YOUR ROUTINE

2
Think of what existing habit or experience you can attach the action to. Try
picking one of the following:

After I read the news for the day After I have my morning cup of coffee

When I think of something I am passionate

When I feel frustrated or overwhelmed
about
 This playbook is meant to be used when you need it. As a strategy to build the habit of opening it, you can create Tiny
Tiny Habits® Habits®, a method developed by world expert on habit formation, Dr. BJ Fogg. Make your own Tiny Habits® recipe by
following the steps below:

CELEBRATE WHEN YOU PERFORM THE ACTION SUCCESSFULLY

3 It is important to feel good about doing the small behavior by generating a positive feeling within
yourself through Celebration. Which of the following do you think would help you feel that
positive feeling?

Say “Nice job!” Clap for myself

Tap yourself on the back while saying

Smile
“I’m proud of you”

Pump your fist Do your favorite dance move

 This playbook is meant to be used when you need it. As a strategy to build the habit of opening it, you can create Tiny
Tiny Habits® Habits®, a method developed by world expert on habit formation, Dr. BJ Fogg. Make your own Tiny Habits® recipe by
following the steps below:

PUT IT ALL TOGETHER

4 Review your full recipe. Here’s a sample:

AFTER I READ THE NEWS

FOR THE DAY
I will open my playbook to the navigation guide, then I will SMILE

I will open my playbook to the navigation guide, then I will

I will open my playbook to the navigation guide, then I will

PHASE 1

Setting Direction
for Taking Action
Before we act, it is important to figure out what we want to work towards solving.
This phase is about helping you learn about your community’s (neighborhood or
organization’s) priority needs and then deciding which ones might be best to work
on.

PLAY 01. How can I identify and prioritize my community’s needs?

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STEP How can I identify and prioritize my
1 community’s needs? PLAY 01.

List them here:

Determine the needs your community has
through these 2 methods:

1. INDIVIDUAL CONTEMPLATION

Read the news. Ask yourself, “Which of these stories are issues also experienced
by people in my community?”

2. COMMUNITY CONSULTATION

Look for 5 people in your community. Ask them the following questions:
• “If you were given the chance to change one thing in the community, what
would it be and why?”
• “If you were to choose the top 3 causes that would be most helpful for you
and your community, what would it be?”

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STEP
2 PLAY 01.
Plot them into this grid:

HIGH
Guidelines:

1. If something is more urgent, put it

SOONER LATER
closer to the left. URGENCY

IMPACT
HIGH
2. If something is more impactful, put it
IMPACT
closer to the top.
LOW

3. Once you are done, look at the upper left. Pick the issue

LOW
that is easiest for you to tackle right now. This is your
priority for now.

SOONER URGENCY LATER

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STEP
3 PLAY 01.

KNOWLEDGE/ POWER/
Think about who in your community has a stake in this PERSON/GROUP AFFECTED?
RESOURCES? INFLUENCE?

priority need. They can be any of the following:

• People who are directly or indirectly affected

• People who are interested or are experts on the need

• People who have resources that can help with the need (not limited to
financial)

• People who have power and influence over the need (no matter how
big or small)

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STEP
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Which issues do you feel motivated to work on?

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UTILIZE THE POWER OF #HASHTAGS

Hashtags can be a powerful way to connect with people in your community
even if you may not be physically able to.
• Try looking up hashtags with your city or barangay’s name and seeing
what others are going through.
• If there are not any yet, start your own local hashtag and invite your
neighbors to share their experiences!
HOW CAN I USE SOCIAL MEDIA FOR

Setting Direction for

FOLLOW YOUR LOCAL FACEBOOK PAGES
Taking Action? A Facebook Page can be an official channel used by organizations to share
information and reach a wider audience. Follow the relevant Pages for your
city or barangay and see how you can do the following:
• Stay informed and know how you can contribute to the community
• Find out and celebrate your group’s achievements

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navigation guide
PHASE 2

Taking action by sharing

information
Especially with the ever-increasing access to social media, information plays such a
big role in our lives and decisions. This phase is about helping you make relevant,
engaging, and human-centric materials.

PLAY 02. How can I choose the smartest topic and content?

PLAY 03. How can I maximize my chosen medium?

PLAY 04. How can I personalize the content?

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STEP How can I choose the smartest
1 topic and content? PLAY 02.

Write three things you would like to talk about when it comes
to this commonly discussed need. After that, do this again for
a priority need of your choice. Choose 1 from the ones you listed.

Ask yourself these five questions to make sure the topic

you are choosing is the most strategic:
1. Does this topic make me feel purposeful?
2. Is the topic recent?
3. Is the topic simple and relatable?
4. Will this topic be helpful for my community? How?
5. Will this topic generate motivation and hope within my community?
Needs concerning access to/quality of education in your
community
Keep revising the topic until you can answer “yes” to most,
if not all, of the above questions.

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STEP
2 PLAY 02.

Research about the topic until you feel confident that you
know the basics. CLASSES CANCELLED FOREVER!!!
DeepEd Official, 29 Feb. 2008
Keep in mind these tips to guard yourself against false news:

Headlines. Be skeptical of headlines, especially if they seem overly sensationalized or like

they are trying to incite strong emotions in you.

Source. Look closely at the link and byline. It should be from the official publication
and reputable groups, not copycats or imitations.

Date. Inspect the date to make sure it is a recent article.

Visuals. Verify the images closely and see if any of them seem unusual.

Formatting. Check if the article has typographical or capitalization errors. Teachers from ABC School say that they will No Longer be
holding classes based on instructions from the local
Evidence. Ensure that the information provided is reliable and comes from identified, well- government… And all schools will close and students will all
known experts.
be self-taught.

Report any false news articles you come across.

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STEP
3 PLAY 02.

If you saw a Facebook post about this topic, which emoji react would you
List down the basics as you make an outline of what you want
click?
to include in your post:
QUESTION ANSWER

Who is involved?

What happened?
What details can you include so that whoever reads your post can feel a
similar way?
When did it take
place?

Where did it take

place?

Why did it
happen?

How did it
happen?

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STEP
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Encircle how you felt while doing this play:

Write any additional notes here:

Which tips are new to you?

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STEP How can I maximize my chosen
1 medium? PLAY 03.

Scroll through your timeline and find as many examples of Write down your observations. They can be about the type of topics they are
each of these content types. usually used for or best practices in using them.

Feature story about a

Infographics Credible articles
person

Realistic images Illustrations Videos

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STEP
2 PLAY 03.

Take note of the following tips to make sure your work is well-
designed and impactful.

Use color thoughtfully

Never use more than 3 fonts

Keep written content, text, or duration short

Make sure it matches the platform and content your audience

responds to best

Find ways to optimize it for sharing

Make sure to give proper credit for work that is not

yours

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STEP
3 PLAY 03.

Find a way to make your content stand out. You can try some Putting on make-up is one of the ways I take care of myself!

of the following strategies: Keep watching to learn how to do this look while I share some interesting facts with you about an
issue that is important to me!
OFFER YOUR AUDIENCE SOMETHING NEW
• Highlight unique facts
• Present information in a different way than usual
• Explore more interactive content (e.g. quiz format, bingo about a certain
topic, “tag a friend” challenge, Myth or Fact)

SURPRISE YOUR AUDIENCE

• Put a “twist” in your content (see example on the right)
• Show how it is connected to something they take for granted (or present a
surprising fact or insight)

MAKE IT RELATABLE
• See how it can be connected to your audience’s current interests
• See how it can be connected to current events or trends
• Add personal touches (see the next play)
• Find ways to make it more social (see the next play)

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STEP
Click here to go back to the
SELF CHECK-IN navigation guide

Encircle how you felt while doing this play:

Write any additional notes here:

Among the content and material that you came across, which
among them do you find most inspiring?

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STEP How can I personalize the
1 content? PLAY 04.

How do you see yourself becoming a better version of yourself as you

Identify how the content is personally meaningful to you by engage others about this?
answering the following questions.

How do you feel about this topic?

How does this align with your personal goals and values? Which ones do
you think are most related to this topic?

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 STEP
2 PLAY 04.
Fill this up to make your own (see the
sample on the left):

Make it clear to your audience what they can do to support MY MESSAGES

you and the goals you are trying to achieve by making a call to
action.

TIPS ISSUE
1. Use a strong command verb (i.e. Build, Protect, Grow).
2. Give your audience a reason why they should take the desired action.
3. Take advantage of the fear of missing out.
(Explain what they are missing out on if they don’t do anything about it)
4. Use numbers or information from research, if possible.

SAMPLE
STANCE
ISSUE Climate change

STANCE Fight for immediate and sustained climate action

Call to
• SIGN this petition to be in an exclusive community of climate warriors Action/s
Call to Action/s
• SHARE this link to help plant 1000 trees in vulnerable communities
(CTA)
• SIGN UP for this webinar to learn more about our impact on the planet (CTA)

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STEP
3 PLAY 04.

Engage in discussions on your post. Practice phrasing your

messages in a respectful and persuasive manner.

DOs
DON’Ts
Ask yourself these questions before
Focus on discussing the issue at hand Demean or attack the responding:
instead of external factors person

Invite people to discuss or collaborate  Shut down the person because of T

- Is it true?
differing opinions H
Seek to understand by asking questions - Is it helpful?
versus trying to win an argument   Use trigger words or offensive language I
- Is it inspiring?
to spark negative emotions  N
Focus on expressing own emotions and - Is it needed?
thoughts rather than pointing fingers Generalize (e.g. “Lahat ng tao ay…”) K
- Is it kind?

Examples

I do not agree because _________ You are _______/That’s a _______ idea

I feel/think that ______ You are wrong

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Which tips do you feel excited about?

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EXPLORE THE CAPABILITIES OF FACEBOOK/

INSTAGRAM LIVE
You can use Live to host live events that reach friends and your community.
With this reach, you can do the following:
• Broadcast your content to a wider audience
HOW CAN I USE SOCIAL MEDIA FOR • Interact in real-time with viewers

Sharing Information?
GIVE QUICK, ENGAGING UPDATES THROUGH
MY DAY OR INSTAGRAM STORIES

My Day is a simple story-telling feature where you can post photos and
videos that your friends with Messenger or Instagram can see before they
expire. Share relatable tidbits with your friends like the following:
• Simple summaries or screenshots of news stories
• Urgent, important announcements
• Your personal opinion on important issues

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PHASE 3

Taking action by having

conversations with others
Having conversations with others lets us express concerns, raise awareness, and
inspire others to come up with creative solutions. This phase is about helping you
prepare for and lead productive conversations with individuals or groups.

PLAY 05. What can I do to become more confident to speak up?

PLAY 06. How can I build better relationships with others?

PLAY 07. How can I set discussion goals and agenda?

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 STEP
1 PLAY 05.

What can I do to become more confident

to speak out?
Try the tips below that can help you build your confidence to participate in
conversations!

PRACTICE IN A MIRROR GO INTO YOUR POWER STANCE AFFIRM YOURSELF TAKE A DEEP BREATH LISTEN TO HIGH-POWER SMILE WHILE SPEAKING
Look in a mirror (or your selfie Good posture makes you feel good. Notice and celebrate what you Right before you start, inhale SONGS Even if they can’t see you,
camera) and try talking about So stand (or sit) tall, pull your do well. Think and say good and exhale deeply. Imagine all Tune in to music that energizes people can “hear” smiles. And
something important to you. shoulders back, and make big things. the tension leaving your body. you. Try songs with heavy you’ll feel good too.
movements. bass.

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STEP
2 PLAY 05.

Even if you feel more confident, it is still normal to be worried STEP SAMPLE
that you might not be able to articulate yourself well. Practice STEP 1: T - TITLE
Summarize your point in one
I think the youth should play a more active role in community
waste management.
getting your point across by following the instructions below. sentence.

STEP 2: E - EXPLAIN Improper waste management is a large problem, and as the

Show your analysis by explaining younger generation, we are likely to live longer with its effects.
the steps behind your point. Since we do not have as many commitments as our parents, it is
1. Choose a topic you care about. also easier for us to find the time and energy to do simple things
2. Pretend you are in a group conversation about that topic and that it is now that can go a long way.

your turn to speak.

3. Mentally outline what you will say by following the TEST template. See
the next page for an example. STEP 3: S - SUPPORT We can collect recyclables from our house and our neighbors’
Provide evidence or examples to houses and turn them into creative projects. We can also help
T - Title support your point. educate others about the importance of disposing of trash properly
E - Explain to prevent floods.
S - Support
T - Tieback
4. After, practice putting it all together by giving a short monologue. STEP 4: T - TIEBACK Since it is easy to do, will help make our community safer, and
Conclude your point and connect will contribute to our own futures, the youth helping with waste
5. Keep practicing until you are satisfied with your performance. back to the main discussion. management is a good way to protect the environment.

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STEP
3 PLAY 05.

Visualize yourself successfully leading or

participating in the conversation.
Follow the guide below:

Imagine your good posture, relaxed You are following the TEST The people around you are nodding and
facial expression, and confident tone template and are speaking clearly smiling; they understand you and appreciate
and with emphasis your contribution to the conversation. You
have a very productive discussion.

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STEP
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 If you want to know each
OPTION 1
other better PLAY 06.

How can I help people feel safer and more comfortable?

For: First meetings or people who don’t know each other very well For: People who are more comfortable with each other

CHARACTER CHALLENGE FAVORITE THINGS SCREENSHOT SHOW-AND-TELL 2 TRUTHS, 1 LIE WOULD YOU RATHER? MAKE YOUR NEIGHBOR SMILE
Ask participants to choose one Think of a category that the Have participants bring out their Ask everyone to come up with Everyone should think of a Assign everyone a “neighbor”.
character (either real or participants in the group can all phones and open Facebook. Ask three fun facts about themselves — question that involves choosing Make sure there are no repeats.
fictional) that they think best relate to (i.e. Korean dramas, them to find and show the group the but only two can be true, the other between two options (like After, have participants bring out
represents them and explain video games, pop songs, hobbies), latest good vibes picture that made must be a lie. Have everyone share “chocolate vs. vanilla”). Take their phones and open Facebook.
why. and have them share what their them laugh. theirs one-by-one, and let the turns asking your questions and Ask them to find a good vibes
all-time favorite is. others guess which one the lie is. having all the others give their picture that they think will make
answers, no explanation their neighbor smile.
required.

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 If you want to check-in with
OPTION 2
each other PLAY 06.

Before going straight into the agenda, ask

everyone a check-in question.
Pick from the following:

If you want to know how they If you want to know more about If you want to know what they want
are feeling… them… with the conversation…

• “What emoji best represents how you • “What is something new or interesting • “What are some questions
are feeling right now?” that you have been spending time on?” you have that you would like to be
• “If your mood were a type of weather • “Can you share anything that recently answered through the
(e.g. sunny, cloudy, rainy, etc.), what made you feel hopeful or inspired?” conversation?”
would it be?” • “What are you interested in
learning more about?”

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 If you want to see how you can
OPTION 3
support each other PLAY 06.

At the end of each agenda point or towards the end of the

meeting, ask one of the following to see how you can better
support each other:

If you want to know how they are doing If you want to know what If you want to know what they are
with a project/event… support they need… excited about…

• “What are some of your highlights? Which • “Is there anything you think the • “What are you looking forward to in
experiences have brought you great joy or rest of the group should know so the next few days?”
feelings of success?” they can support you?” • “What do you want to discuss or
• “What are some of your lowlights? Which • “What are some fears or experience with the group next?”
experiences have brought you stress or most apprehensions you have?”
frustration?”

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STEP
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Which tips make you feel most connected with

others?

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STEP How can I set discussion goals and
1 agenda? PLAY 07.

Check the guide below to know how to start a group

conversation. REFLECTING AND CONNECTING
You want to: Give people a chance to think about and
share their thoughts with others
SEGMENT ACTION/QUESTION

MAPPING AND ANALYZING

Introduce yourself as the facilitator You want to: Understand the basics of a certain issue that
Welcome Make sure your peers know each other as well (check you want to act on
Play 06 for fun icebreaker and check-in ideas)

DESIGNING AND IMPLEMENTING

You want to: Come up with strategies and steps that will
help you act on the issue
Share your goal for the conversation (see the right for a
guide to determine your general goal)
Goal
Depending on the type of conversation and your
participants: Ask for their input on the specific goals FEEDBACK AND EVALUATING
You want to: Determine your current progress and see
what you can improve on

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STEP

STEP
2 3 PLAY 07.

Check the guide below to know what kind of questions to ask

during the bulk of the discussion. Check the guide below to know how to close a discussion
strong.
SEGMENT ACTION/QUESTION
SEGMENT ACTION/QUESTION
Introductory questions Use open-ended questions (As opposed to leading or yes/no
questions): Action questions • “Who do we talk to to know more about ______?”
• “What can we do to help with _____ in the next few days?”
• “What do you think about ______?” • “What can we stop doing to avoid ______?”
• “How do you feel when we say _______?”
• “What do you like best or dislike about _______?”

Supporting questions Ask more specific questions: Ending questions • “What is your biggest takeaway from this discussion?”
• After summarizing the discussion briefly: “Is this an adequate
• Think back questions - “Can you share an experience you had when
summary?”
______?” (As opposed to future-oriented questions like “Would what
• “Have we missed anything?”
you do if ______?”)
• “What should we include in our next conversation?”
• Attribute questions - “What traits or characteristics do you think
would contribute to ______?”, “If _____ were a person/object, what
would they be like?”
• Influence questions: “What do you think allows or reminds people to
do _________? What stops them?”
• Implication questions: “How do you think this affects ______?” Closing • Thank everyone for coming
• Remind them of the date/time of your next conversation, if you have
set it already

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STEP
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Which tips make you feel empowered and secure?

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EXPAND YOUR USE OF MESSENGER

Messenger is a popular messaging service for text, audio, and video calls. Keep
your conversations engaging by making use of its features:
• Set up polls and get others’ opinions
• Send voice messages
• Share relevant files
• Create a Room to talk freely with bigger groups

HOW CAN I USE SOCIAL MEDIA FOR

Having Conversations?
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE COMMUNITY STANDARDS
The Community Standards is a guide on what you can and cannot do on social
media. This is vital to learn in engaging with others because it helps you do your
part in making sure the platform is a safe place for everyone. It emphasizes the
following:
• Being empathetic towards others and their unique situations
• Reporting people and content that may cause harm
• Making sure you protect your own and other’s personal privacy and
information

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PHASE 4

Taking action by coordinating with

other groups
Partnerships will allow you to achieve goals with fewer resources. They must be
formed strategically, in a way that is aligned with your missions and values, and
should strive for quality, not quantity. This phase will help you identify, develop and
maintain partnerships that are beneficial for you and your community.

PLAY 08. How can we identify groups to partner with?

PLAY 09. What can we do to set up partnerships?

PLAY 10. How can we share resources?

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STEP How can we identify groups to
1 partner with? PLAY 08.

Identify the type of organization, individual, or stakeholders you need to connect with
by assessing your needs using the following guide:

Looking for Type of Advantages and Disadvantages

Target Community Purpose
Organization/Individual

What are your organization's key areas for Which community or What do you want to accomplish
What are the benefits or
improvement that may need additional groups are you trying to and what does the relationship
challenges of partnership?
support? influence? look like?

• Do you need a large or small partner? Individual or

community? Who would be most helpful in What aspects will they strengthen and what Is there sufficient trust,
• Should it be non-profit, public, or academic? reaching these communities or are possible risks when it comes to commitment, manpower, skills
• Do you need specific talents, resources, or
groups? partnership? (i.e.,does your partner have a and time needed to support the
community connections?
good reputation in the community?) purpose?

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STEP
2 PLAY 08.

Look up possible partners through Facebook Groups, shared Narrow the list down using the following questions.
Make sure to pick a group that you can give 3 “yeses” to.
posts by friends, or a quick query on a search engine. List
them down: Are our goals/objectives aligned?

Based on history/experience, are they willing to partner

with others?

Would this have a positive impact on your goal and target

communities?

Write down your top three choices:

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STEP
3 PLAY 08.

Reach out to your top three choices by following this guide:

1. Look for their official channels like Facebook page, website, or mutual friends that
can connect you to them.
2. Inquire to the official page or website of this organization or ask a mutual friend to
introduce you to the organization leaders or individual.
3. Try any of the following prompts as you reach out:

● “I stumbled across your profile as…”

● “My friend _____ suggested I reach out…”
● “I saw your status update on…”
● “We’re both alumni from _____ and share common interests like _____”
● [Insert something personal to build rapport]
● “I’d like to connect with ______”
● “What’s the best way to reach this person?”

4. If they respond and want to connect, make sure to ask for their email address or
other avenues you can contact to talk further.

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STEP
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Write any additional notes here:

Which organizations or groups are you most excited to

work with?

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STEP
1 PLAY 09.

Pitch yourself to your preferred partner by sending them an email.

Write down your preferred partner in the space provided. Study the following example:
Make sure you have chosen your dream collaborator by
ensuring that it is rooted in your needs and goals (see Play 08).
Dear [Insert Name],

I have been following your profile (or organization) on [insert social

media platform] and was really inspired by your [insert topic].
[Insert another sentence about what you love about them that adds a
human element].

My name is [insert name here] and I am from [insert organization

Build rapport with them name]. We [insert what you do/ the cause you support]. Since [insert
what they are passionate about or how this aligns with your
Build credibility by showing and sharing your expertise organization], I thought I would reach out to see if you would be
open to [insert how you’d like to collaborate]. Let me know if you
Show your willingness to align on shared interests instead of are interested and I will send more details!
individual goals

Thank you!
Share the opportunity you see for the partnership [insert your name here]

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STEP
2 PLAY 09.

If they respond favorably, set up a first meeting with them.

See below for a sample agenda.
Segment Action

• Thank them for their time

Welcome • Have a round of introductions or check-ins (check Play 06 for fun icebreaker
and check-in ideas)

• Ask questions to get to know them, their group, and what they are currently up
to
Partner Intro
• Share the same about yourselves
• Take note of shared goals, challenges, and experiences

• Discuss the specific opportunities you have to collaborate

Concretizing the • Make sure relevant details about the opportunity (e.g. what is this, what it is
Partnership for, etc.) are clear to both groups
• Have a conversation about what each of you can possibly contribute

• Have everyone share what they are most excited for with your partnership
• Ask for their preferred channel where all of you can discuss more regularly
Closing
• Get the relevant details needed to set up the channel (e.g. numbers, links to
Facebook profiles, etc.)

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3 PLAY 09.

After the first meeting, make sure to set up the channel

where all of you can discuss better.
Some additional points you can agree on are as follows:

• Who is the point person per group? • Which people from each group will • How long will the partnership last?
• What are their contact details? be involved? • What are the dates of some important
• When and through what platforms do • What are their specific milestones for both groups?
they prefer to be reached? responsibilities? • If you want to have regular meetings, what
time would work for everyone?

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Which tips do you feel excited about?

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STEP
1 How can we share resources? PLAY 10.

Look at your social network and plot the connections in it:

ENVIRONMENT ORG SCHOOL ADMIN

1. Think of a particular need or project.

2. Find some post-its.

3. Write down the following on separate post-its:

• Your end target community - who you hope to impact STUDENT COUNCIL

the most or who you serve

• Your possible partners/stakeholders - existing partners
or groups who also have a connection to your target
community
• Your own organization/role

4. Stick the post-its on a flat surface. Make sure you have STUDENTS
space in between.

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STEP How can we share resources?
1 PLAY 10.

Look at your social network and plot the connections in it:

ENVIRONMENT ORG SCHOOL ADMIN

5. Using your pen, draw and rearrange arrows based on who

can influence a particular group or how you are connected to
this group. Co-sponsor Provide
event permits
6. Write down possible assets/resources (above the arrow)
that the group or person has that you may need to connect to STUDENT COUNCIL
your target community.

7. Move post-its around as necessary.

Gather in School's FB Live
Platform

STUDENTS

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2 PLAY 10.

From your stakeholder map, list the names or groups of people that you need to tap that has the highest impact potential. This can be the
group which has the highest number of arrows related to it. Fill up the following:

WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO

WHO I NEED HOW CAN THEY HELP ME HOW CAN I HELP MY PARTNER
REACH THEM

Mutual Friend/ Referral/Official

Communication

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3 PLAY 10.

Once you have connected with your possible partners (see Plays 8 and/or 9 for tips), set up a community or database where you
and your possible partner organizations/individuals can share assets or resources.

RESOURCES /
WHAT CAN BE PROVIDED WHO CAN PROVIDE IT
STRENGTHS

Talent/Skills/Knowledge

Social Connections/Networks

Tools/Platforms

Funding

Community Reach

Physical Resources (i.e., Venue,

Materials, etc.)

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JOIN AND PARTICIPATE IN GROUPS

A Facebook group is a great place to connect with other people who share
common interests. Whether public or private, it’s a great way for you to:
• Find potential partners
• Come together around a common issue
• Organize an activity or event
• Share best practices and other resources
HOW CAN I USE SOCIAL MEDIA FOR

Coordinating with Other

Groups? TRY MENTORSHIP
Mentorship is being rolled out in Groups where people could benefit from
mentors that provide support, experience, and expertise on a specific topic.
It also allows people to do the following:
• Sign up as a mentor or mentee for certain areas or topics
• Nurture relationships with more-experienced members
• Connect with people easily and comfortably with ready-made prompts

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MAKE SURE TO EMBODY THE KEY TRAITS OF A

RESPONSIBLE DIGITAL CITIZEN

Understand and live out the values of being safe, thinking critically, and
treating others with empathy.
• Be safe - Run the privacy checkup tool and make sure you are happy
with your settings
• Be a critical thinker - Share only credible news and make sure you
HOW CAN I BE A know how to report false news, posts, etc.

Responsible Digital
• Be empathetic - Treat others kindly and with understanding, even
amidst difference.

Citizen?
MAXIMIZE THE COMMUNITY YOU HAVE
ACCESS TO
Join your fellow youth leaders at our Facebook Group at:

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