How do communities move from scarcity thinking to abundance in order to build well-being? Get practical lessons from Aspen CSG's asset-based development model, drawn from more than a decade of collaboration with regional organizations. Participants will learn how strong collective impact efforts start with community-defined priorities, foster inclusive decision-making, and build long-term trust. The session will highlight tools for shifting mental models, aligning funding with community priorities, and sustaining cross-sector partnerships. Speakers will share real-world examples of systems change, including stronger leadership pipelines, new cross-sector collaboration, and funder practices that support equity and local capacity. Attendees will leave with concrete strategies for applying the model to their own initiatives to strengthen collaboration, equity, and long-term impact.

Learning Question:  How can collective impact initiatives apply asset-based development principles to strengthen equity, trust, and long-term well-being in their communities?