How can strategic communications create a sense of belonging in Social Impact campaigns?

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Social Impact campaigns aim to inspire positive change in society by addressing various issues, such as poverty, inequality, climate change, human rights, and more. However, to be effective, these campaigns need to engage their audiences and create a sense of belonging among them. How can strategic communications help achieve this goal? In this article, you will learn some tips and techniques to craft compelling messages that resonate with your target groups and motivate them to take action.

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Tanja Isler

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Same Muzila

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1 Define your purpose and vision

Before you start communicating, you need to have a clear idea of what you want to achieve and why. What is the problem you are trying to solve? What is the change you want to see? What is the value proposition of your campaign? Having a well-defined purpose and vision will help you align your communications with your objectives and create a consistent narrative that inspires your audiences.

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Ter um objetivo ou ter um propósito essencial para qualquer jornada. Sêneca dizia: quando n?o se sabe para onde quer ir, qualquer lugar serve. Ter uma vis?o sobre o o que se quer e determinar prazos e indubitavelmente importante. As tarefas do dia a dia nos deixam ocupados ou ligeiramente desviados de nosso propósito. é importante ter a cabe?a fria para saber ou para criar um tempo que podemos chamar de ócio criativo. De repente fazer um esporte individual, frequentar uma academia, ler um livro, assistir um bom filme, tomar uma cerveja no boteco ou até mesmo pintar um quadro ou dan?ar. S?o atividades que lhe far?o bem e que te trar?o ao eixo novamente, ao foco ao seu propósito.

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Jane Fisher

Founder @ Social Impact Startup imii – Raising SEIS | Reimagining Immigration for a Brighter Future | Communications Consultant For Change-Makers
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Strategic communications imply a long-term impact rather than exclusively an immediate benefit (e.g. long-term engagement rather than once-time donations). This approach implies having a desired "Point B" in the future. Try defining your ideal vision: what kind of audience, resources, support and impact you should have in a year's time (or in 3-5 years, depending on your cause)? Once you've identified "Point B", start reverse-planning it by identifying key milestones and what you should've done to get to them by that time (e.g. in 8 months, you have results X,Y,Z as a result of actions A, B and C; in 6 months, you have results X, Y, Z as a result of...). Keep breaking down your strategy and reverse-planning until you get to today.

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2 Know your audiences and their needs

To create a sense of belonging, you need to understand who you are talking to and what they care about. Who are your primary and secondary audiences? What are their demographics, psychographics, attitudes, behaviors, and motivations? What are their pain points, challenges, and aspirations? How do they perceive your issue and your campaign? By conducting audience research and segmentation, you can tailor your communications to their needs and preferences and show them that you empathize with them.

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Nicht jedes Bedürfnis kann durch Kommunikation befriedigt werden. Eine klare Unterscheidung zwischen Kommunikationszielen und allen anderen ist entscheidend füt den Erfolg der Kampagne.

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Same Muzila

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Diverse Representation: Ensure diverse representation in your communications to reflect the inclusivity of the campaign. This can include showcasing people from different backgrounds, ethnicities, and experiences. Participatory Approach: Encourage active participation from the community or target audience in shaping the campaign, fostering a sense of ownership and belonging.

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3 Use storytelling and emotions

One of the most powerful ways to connect with your audiences and create a sense of belonging is to use storytelling and emotions. Stories can capture attention, convey information, evoke feelings, and inspire action. They can also help you humanize your issue and show the impact of your campaign on real people and communities. To craft effective stories, you need to have a clear structure, a relatable protagonist, a relevant context, a compelling conflict, and a meaningful resolution. You also need to use emotions that match your purpose and vision and appeal to your audiences' values and beliefs.

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Ruth Omondi

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Storytelling helps to create emotional connection and enhances engagement of audiences. The audiences see themselves, their lived experiences and their pain points in the stories and connect at a very deep level, compelling them to take action for change. At the core of storytelling is the unique ability to evoke emotions and create a profound impact on the audience. Stories tell people’s real lived experiences and evoke very deep feelings and connections— touching people’s hearts enough to care and act. The most profound story that moved the world to action was the the photo of a child who’d been swept ashore when a war was raging in Syria and the world wasn’t paying attention. Every parent saw their child in that child swept ashore…

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Same Muzila

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Storytelling: Narrative Building: Craft compelling narratives that highlight the impact of the social issue and the positive changes that can be achieved through collective action. Personal Stories: Share personal stories of individuals or communities affected by the issue to humanize the cause and make it relatable.

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4 Build trust and credibility

Another key element of creating a sense of belonging is to build trust and credibility with your audiences. Trust is the foundation of any relationship and the prerequisite for any action. Credibility is the perception of your expertise, authority, and reliability on your issue and your campaign. To build trust and credibility, you need to be transparent, honest, respectful, and consistent in your communications. You also need to provide evidence, facts, and sources to support your claims and arguments. Moreover, you need to acknowledge different perspectives, address potential objections, and invite feedback and dialogue.

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Consistent Messaging: Brand Consistency: Maintain consistency in messaging and branding across various communication channels. This helps in reinforcing the identity of the campaign and building a recognizable brand. Repetition of Key Messages: Repeat key messages that emphasize the values and goals of the campaign to reinforce a sense of belonging over time.

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5 Foster community and collaboration

Finally, to create a sense of belonging, you need to foster a sense of community and collaboration among your audiences. Community is the feeling of being part of a group that shares a common identity, interest, or goal. Collaboration is the act of working together to achieve a desired outcome. To foster community and collaboration, you need to use inclusive and empowering language, such as "we", "us", "our", "you", and "your". You also need to highlight the benefits of joining your campaign, such as social recognition, personal growth, or collective impact. Additionally, you need to provide opportunities for participation, interaction, and co-creation, such as surveys, polls, quizzes, challenges, events, or platforms.

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Same Muzila

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Two-way Communication: Foster open and transparent communication channels to allow for feedback and dialogue. Acknowledge and respond to the concerns and ideas of your community. Empowerment: Empower community members by giving them a platform to share their thoughts, ideas, and experiences. This can include user-generated content, testimonials, or community-led initiatives.

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6 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Online Communities: Establish online platforms where community members can connect, share information, and support each other. This creates a virtual space for belonging and collaboration. Events and Workshops: Organize events, workshops, or webinars that bring people together physically or virtually to discuss the campaign, share experiences, and build connections.

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1 Define your purpose and vision

2 Know your audiences and their needs

3 Use storytelling and emotions

4 Build trust and credibility

5 Foster community and collaboration

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