Clearinghouse Phase 3: Forces of Change Assessment (FOC)

Conducting the Assessment

»	FOC Brainstorming Worksheet
	This two-page worksheet defines forces of change and provides a space for assessment teams to brainstorm a list of forces relevant to their own community. More »

»	FOC Threats and Opportunities Worksheet
	This one-page worksheet provides a space for assessment teams to think about the forces of change present in their community and list the threats and opportunities posed by these forces. More »

Summarize Your Findings

»	Example FOC Categories – Matrix
	San Antonio's MAPP partnership developed this matrix to categorize forces of change. The matrix describes each force in terms of the event, factors, and trends. More »

»	Example FOC Summary – Matrix
	This matrix, designed by Mendocino's MAPP partnership, shows the impact of the forces of change assessment on a community-specific and county-wide level. More »