Custom Certificate Program Option: Enhanced Collaboration

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For jurisdictions with some cross-system collaboration in place and a desire to move from planning to action.

Overview: This option supports strategic alignment and the early implementation of system change initiatives, with an emphasis on structured planning, collaborative problem-solving, and data-informed action.

Engagement and Support: Moderate-term engagement combining training and targeted TA to support planning and early-stage execution.

Key Deliverables:

Applied curriculum tailored to local reform goals
Guided development of a structured Capstone Project
Feedback on progress through a mid-point progress snapshot, summarizing key developments, lessons learned, and suggested next steps to support ongoing system change efforts
Final Capstone Project with CYJ review and recommendations
Induction into CYJ’s Fellows Network upon Program completion

Training Approach and Focus Areas: Sessions may include scenario planning, interagency coordination exercises, and shared accountability structures. Focus areas often include leadership and organizational culture change, operationalizing interagency collaboration, and project implementation strategies.