Social and Community Listening (SCL) for Ethical Crisis Response in LAC
Methodological Innovation, Data Governance, and Lived Transformation in Public Health Emergencies(Technical Retrospective & Framework Analysis) Based on the technical paper and oral presentation delivered by Markel Méndez at the SBCC Summit 2026 (Panama). This framework reflects the multi-country operational response designed and executed under the auspices of the UNICEF ecosystem, with the financial support of…
The Human Element: Building Trust and Reshaping Realities Through HCD
Addressing complex collective challenges demands more than top-down directives; it requires a deeply participatory approach, fostering genuine co-creation of solutions. Human-Centered Design (HCD) offers a powerful framework for this, emphasizing direct collaboration with the very individuals and communities for whom solutions are being designed. This methodology acknowledges that true expertise often resides with those experiencing…
Designing for Impact: Integrating Behavior, Systems, and Trust in Social Innovation
To understand and influence behavior, one must consider factors beyond individual psychology, including other levels of experience and influence. We must consider behavior as a multifaceted outcome, profoundly shaped by broader sociocultural elements. For instance, improving vaccination rates or even addressing homelessness requires understanding the complex web of community norms, economic incentives, and existing infrastructure.…
Embracing Liminality: Navigating Uncertainty During Times of Crisis
In a time defined by rapid societal shifts, profound uncertainties, and the constant reshaping of our world, we often find ourselves in a state of flux – a period of transition where the old ways no longer serve us, and the new ones are yet to fully emerge. This “betwixt and between” state is what…
Building Bridges for Change: Why Capacity Strengthening is Key to Social Transformation in Latin America and the Caribbean
En un mundo en constante evolución, el arte de forjar conexiones genuinas sigue siendo atemporal. Ya sea con compañeros, clientes o socios, establecer una relación auténtica allana el camino hacia el éxito de la colaboración.The dynamic landscapes of Latin America and the Caribbean present both immense challenges and incredible opportunities for social and behavioral change…
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