Bob Grogan Consulting
Capacity Building9 min read

Capacity Building That Actually Works

Published on December 15, 2023

Traditional training approaches often fail to create lasting change. Effective capacity building requires a systems approach that addresses individual, organizational, and environmental factors.

Beyond Training

Sustainable capacity building involves mentoring, coaching, peer learning, and creating supportive organizational systems that reinforce new behaviors.

Key Components

  • Needs-based design
  • Adult learning principles
  • Practice-based learning
  • Ongoing support systems

Measuring Impact

Effective capacity building programs track behavior change, performance improvements, and organizational outcomes, not just training completion rates.