The Justice Sector Constellation (Vibrant Communities Calgary) used the Collective Impact framework to guide and shape how it engaged multiple perspectives to advance an agenda that was instrumental in shifting and shaping conversations around justice and poverty and made significant contributions in educating and engaging Albertans in the many ways poverty and the legal system intersect.
The Constellation’s work impacted city bylaws, helped with systems navigation through client journey maps, and provided important educational opportunities through the creation of a Poverty and the Law Module, which has been incorporated into courses at post-secondary institutions. Parts of the module have also been included in the bar exam for lawyers in Alberta and other provinces. Though the group formally disbanded in 2022, after a decade, much of their work continues through member organizations.
In this webinar, Sylvia Cheuy and Janice Pasay delve into the story of the Justice Constellation and its accomplishments, exploring how the Collective Impact Framework informed its structure and processes. They also discussed the Constellation’s challenges and lessons learned as its work spanned close to a decade.
Speakers
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Janice Pasay, Barrister and Solicitor for Justice-Focused Collaboratives
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Sylvia Cheuy, Consulting Director of Collaboration
