Duration: 60 minutes
Status: Now available on demand
When done well, large-scale community partnerships can significantly expand program reach, reduce implementation strain, and deepen impact. But without clear structure and communication, even the best-intentioned collaborations can quickly lead to confusion, misalignment, and lost momentum.
In this recorded webinar, Ruth Ann Moss of Birmingham Talks and Janelle Wydeven of Calgary Reads share lessons learned from building successful early childhood partnerships that center on shared goals, intentional communication, and clear roles. Whether you’re launching a new initiative or refining an existing collaboration, this conversation offers actionable insights for working smarter—not harder.
Attendees will learn:
- How to structure partnerships with clarity and shared accountability
- Techniques for effective cross-organizational communication
- How to set realistic expectations and manage complexity
- Long-term relationship strategies that sustain collaboration and impact
👉 While you’re here, download our Guide to Building and Maintaining Community Partnerships.
Panelists:
Ruth Ann Moss
Executive Director, Birmingham Talks
With a background in teaching and leadership at Teach For America – Alabama, Ruth Ann now leads Birmingham Talks, a citywide early language program focused on closing the opportunity gap through interactive talk.
Janelle Wydeven
Director of Family Engagement, Calgary Reads
Janelle supports literacy-focused partnerships across Alberta, using her background in School, Family & Community Partnerships and Speech & Language Sciences to strengthen collective impact in early learning.