TOOL | Multilevel Framework

Written by Lisa Attygalle, Sylvia Cheuy, Natasha Pei, and Mark Cabaj (Here to There Consulting)

The Multilevel Perspective Framework

Tamarack Institute has adapted the Multilevel Perspective Framework (MLF) to offer a practical way for communities to visualize systems change strategies. Big changes, such as ending homelessness, improving graduation rates, reducing GHG emissions or creating sustainable food systems, don’t happen all at once. They take time, with smaller efforts that build on each other, adapt along the way, and gradually add up to larger, lasting impact.

This tool allows you to:

• Name your goal and see the big picture
• Map current activities
• Figure out what’s working, what’s missing, and where to go next.

Tool Summary

Purpose: Visualize and understand complex community change efforts 

Time needed: 1-3 hours 

Who: Collaborative partners