How We Work
Our Philosophy
At Samara Strategies, we believe that sustainable community transformation begins with collaborative design, innovation, and courageous leadership. Our philosophy is rooted in an understanding of the systemic challenges that communities face and a commitment to empowering leaders and communities to catalyze meaningful, lasting change.
Approach to Design
The best solutions come from those most impacted by the issues—our design philosophy centers on the following characteristics.
Proximity
Elevating the voices of those closest to the challenge
Collaboration
Facilitating co-creative processes that unite diverse stakeholders
Action
Focusing on tangible outcomes that can be implemented by the people at the table
Reflection and Iteration
Continuously learning and adapting to face new challenges as they arise
How We Work
Our flexible, customizable processes meet partners where they are and adapt to their goals
Design Challenges
Design Challenges
Facilitated processes to identify problems, explore solutions, and catalyze action in as little as 90 minutes or through multi-day workshops.
Cultivation Series
Cultivation Series
Customized workshops that help your team grow in self-awareness and build stronger connections as leaders.
Leadership Coaching
Leadership Coaching
Personalized 1:1 and group support for emergent and in-place leaders navigating new challenges or seeking innovation.
The Next Generation of Leaders
Samara is committed to supporting the next generation of leaders. Our programs for emergent leaders and youth are designed to cultivate skills, inspire action, and build networks of support to ensure that thoughtful community innovation continues into the future.
Youth Leadership Development
Leadership camps, retreats, and workshops for youth and mentorship for youth-driven projects in communities around the state.
Fellowships, coaching, and mentorship for those stepping into leadership roles or starting their own projects.
Let’s Work Together
Tell us about the issue you’re looking to address, and our team will follow up to schedule a free discovery call.