Assessment Tools
One of RoadMap’s superpowers is identifying gaps and needs then creating bold solutions. And all the better when those solutions are nerdy and data-driven—such as our assessment tools My Healthy Organization (MHO) and Our Healthy Alliance (OHA).
RoadMap was visionary in its approach to assessment. Over a decade ago and in partnership with RoadMap consultants and colleagues, we were among the first to develop racial equity/organizational development tools—including incorporating racial equity as a standalone category—creating a rare tool grounded in racial justice long before other tools came into the movement space. Here is some key information about our approach and impact:
- We believe that values-grounded assessment is critical to capacity building, given the importance of identifying the range of challenges and strengths experienced in every level of an organization.
- Our assessment tools evaluate 11 areas of organizational development including: Program Strategies, Priorities and Planning, Communications and Fundraising Capacity, Leadership and Management Practices, Organizational Culture and Relationships, and Racial Equity.
- We have supported over 200 organizations using MHO and OHA to conduct organizational assessments and help develop plans to improve systems and ignite change.
- We have used these assessment tools to help organizations and alliances across all issues areas and demographics.
- We work with organizations and alliances of all sizes. There is no maximum limit; for example, we have supported large coalitions of over 100 stakeholders with MHO and OHA assessment.
Here are some additional specifics about the two assessment tools; further details can be found at the respective websites.
My Healthy Organization (MHO)
My Healthy Organization (MHO) is designed for organizations committed to developing community leadership and making change. The tool helps organizations take stock of their work, structure, and culture, and provides an analysis of areas of strength and potential for growth. The tool also helps organizations prepare for a potential leadership transition and respond more effectively to change political or funding landscapes. MHO is available in Spanish and in two versions:
- Social Change for member-led and base-building organizations who do advocacy
- Social Services for organizations who provide services to their communities and seek to engage them more fully
Organizations can access the MHO assessment tool and downloadable reports for a low, sliding scale fee, or choose a facilitated package that includes one-on-one consultation to interpret results and design an action plan, in addition to other benefits.
Our Healthy Alliance (OHA)
Our Healthy Alliance (OHA) is the only assessment tool specifically tailored to alliances that want to make social change and build social change movements. This tool helps alliances assess strengths and challenges in order to strengthen and improve their work, and to understand how to evolve in order to become more strategic, effective, and sustainable.
Customized packages are available to support alliances with assessment and facilitation. This tool can be used in conjunction with the MHO assessment tool; combination packages and discounts are available.
