Breaking Free To Build...

Inspiration

To change the appearance of the legal aid organizations by becoming highly respected leaders and partners within the communities we serve.

What it does

As a result of shifting perspectives, legal aid will be viewed as an integral part of the community. Through the new relationships we build, collaborations and partnerships that benefit clients, staff and the community.

How I built it

With the help of a design process that encourages nonjudgmental thought, ideas and solutions to address critically important issues facing our organizations and communities.

Challenges I ran into

Funding. Encouraging participants to "let go," open their minds, and make time.

Accomplishments that I'm proud of

Making our leaders, organizations, and communities a better place.

What I learned

That it is essential to break out, break away, and break through to find new solutions and possibilities, change the appearance and profile of legal aid, and diversify our resource base.