Episode 3: From Hierarchy to Co-Creation in the California Foster Care System

Episode 3: From Hierarchy to Co-Creation in the California Foster Care System

We explore how organizations and systems can progress from hierarchical decision-making structures to co-creation that drive program and population outcomes. We answer questions like how a system embedded in bureaucracy shift its power balance to include diverse voices in decision making? What is adaptive leadership and how can we use it to impact institutional bias and promote equity?

Hosted by Alexis Kirk (Implementation Specialist, The Impact Center at FPG) and featuring Mark Lapiz (Program Manager, Santa Clara County Social Services Agency, San Jose, California).

Episode transcript (PDF)

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Episode 3.1: What is the child welfare system practice model for California, and how can adaptive leadership acknowledge historical trauma?

Hosted by Alexis Kirk and featuring Mark Lapiz

Length: 7 minutes 7 seconds
Episode 3.1 transcript


Episode 3.2: How can we create community partnerships and build engagement through co-creation?

Hosted by Alexis Kirk and featuring Mark Lapiz

Length: 9 minutes 11 seconds
Episode 3.2 transcript


Episode 3.3: How can implementation work confront historical trauma and break down systemic barriers?

Hosted by Alexis Kirk and featuring Mark Lapiz

Length: 4 minute 56 seconds
Episode 3.3 transcript


Episode 3.4: Business Unusual – Core Values and Philosophies of Operation

Hosted by Alexis Kirk and featuring Mark Lapiz

Length:6 minutes 3 seconds
Episode 3.4 transcript


Episode 3.5: How can individual practice help change dynamic systems?

Hosted by Alexis Kirk and featuring Mark Lapiz

Length: 5 minutes 43 seconds
Episode 3.5 transcript


Episode 3.6: How can we build trusting relationships with community partners to improve child welfare?

Hosted by Alexis Kirk and featuring Mark Lapiz

Length: 3 minutes 55 seconds
Episode 3.6 transcript


Episode 3.7: Going Slow to Fast – A Stage-Based Implementation Rollout for Social Workers

Hosted by Alexis Kirk and featuring Mark Lapiz

Length: 6 minutes 58 seconds
Episode 3.7 transcript


Episode 3.8: Key Takeaways from Episode 3: From Hierarchy to Co-Creation

Hosted by Alexis Kirk and featuring Mark Lapiz

Length: 2 minutes 49 seconds
Episode 3.8 transcript