Bring People Together Guide and Worksheet
DOWNLOADMay 1, 2026 - Michigan State University Extension, Rebecca Henne, Sarah Eichberger
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EmailStep 2 in MSU Extension's Six-Step Community Change Model is Bring People Together
Real change happens when people come together, talk openly, and listen to those who are closest to the issue. When you create space for honest conversation, about what is working and what could be better, people feel invited to take part. When people feel heard and their ideas matter, they are likely to take ownership. That sense of ownership is what helps change last.
About MSU Extension’s Community Change Model
This Guide and Worksheet is part of a larger Six-Step Community Change Model Toolkit that assists community champions in supporting communities to make thoughtful, lasting improvements that help people choose nourishing foods and stay active. Six simple steps guide desired change efforts by bringing people together, taking action, and sharing what was learned along the way.
See MSU Extension’s Community Change Hub for curated resources and topic-specific guidance that support change efforts related to championing school wellness, food access, early childhood health, and active communities.
