Lessons Learned
An organizational culture of collaboration can be built and maintained by:
- Demonstrating value in the work of the other sector, which in turn builds trust and shows respect leading to a collaborative culture;
- Promoting organizational readiness for collaboration through the establishment of a clear understanding of the desired outcome of the collaboration and working toward common goals;
- Avoiding policies or activities that lead to role and resource protection – in other words turf protection;
- Developing and sustaining an inherent philosophy and buy-in at all levels in the organizations that facilitates and enhances a collaborative culture;
- Showcasing successes of collaboration is key to developing strong relationships between sectors, facilitating ongoing collaborative development, and maintaining a culture of collaboration.