Nurturing and weaving networks
Tools, ideas and resources to help support people working in health and care improvement with working across multiple networks.
This resource includes a poster, a toolkit and a guide to network weaving, bringing together a variety of tools, resources and ideas to help support health and care networks and the people who build and bridge them.
About this toolkit
Network weaving is vital for building thriving networks and fostering collaboration for action.
A collaborative environment fosters not only professional growth but also innovation and creativity, which are key to improving health care systems and outcomes.
Building on June Holley’s Network Weaving theories, these tools and resources are designed to help facilitate thriving networks.
A Network Weaver is someone who is aware of the networks around them and explicitly works to make them healthier (more inclusive, bridging divides). Network Weavers do this by connecting people strategically where there is potential for mutual benefit, helping people identify their passions, and serving as a catalyst for self-organising groups.
How to use this toolkit
These resources are designed to foster a deep understanding of network weaving, enabling individuals and organisations to create robust, value-driven connections that enhance health care improvement and promote wellbeing.
Use the Curiosity poster to understand the tools and resources available. Dip into the Network Tools Guide for tools and inspiration to use with your networks and use the reflective handbook to understand your role/s within your networks.
Who is it for?
These resources are for network leaders and network participants looking to unleash the power of their networks for health and care improvement.
Having access to a suite of resources and a dedicated space for learning and sharing with peers is immensely beneficial for network leaders.
How was it developed
In the fast-paced and ever-evolving field of health care, staying informed and connected is crucial.
These resources were co-produced with members of the Q community in response to the needs identified following Q’s Network Weaving learning series.
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