**Dimensions** * *[[Tool Attributes]]:* #linked-toolkit #practice-based #research-driven #collaborative-tool #related-user-guidance #tested * *[[Stakeholders]]:* #entrepreneurs * *[[Value Generation]]:* #social-value * *[[Sustainability Strategy]]:* #ideation #systems-thinking #entrepreneurial-thinking #design-thinking #piloting #identifying-markets #strategic-planning #business-models #stakeholder-analysis #mapping-activities #value-analysis #impact-analysis #metrics-development #stakeholder-engagement #social-innovation The [DIY Toolkit](https://media.nesta.org.uk/documents/diy-toolkit-full-download-a4-size.pdf) is a practical guide that helps individuals and groups develop their skills in #innovation and #problem-solving. The toolkit was developed by Nesta, a UK-based innovation charity, and is aimed at anyone who wants to create #social or #environmental #change. It is available for free download and can be used by individuals, community groups, and organizations around the world. The toolkit provides a range of tools, techniques, and templates that can be used to develop and implement innovative solutions to #complex problems. It guides users through the #innovation process from problem identification to implementation, and includes worksheets, case studies, and tips for effective #teamwork. The different canvases and tools on the website that target different elements of sustainable development goals ( #SDGs). Each of these steps are linked to special canvases that help to go through the processes as part of each objective. # look ahead ##### **INNOVATION FLOWCHART** to understand what I need to do to bring my idea to life ##### **EVIDENCE PLANNING** by defining the outcomes from my work # develop a clear plan ##### **SWOT ANALYSIS** by evaluating how I am doing and what my options are ##### **BUSINESS MODEL CANVAS** on how to grow my idea into something bigger ##### **BUILDING PARTNERSHIPS MAP** for working with other groups that have the same vision as me ##### **LEARNING LOOP** by improving upon what I've done before # clarify my priorities ##### **EXPERIENCE TOUR** by learning from first hand experiences ##### **PROBLEM DEFINITION** by focusing on key critical issues ##### **CAUSES DIAGRAM** by breaking down a complex issue ##### **THEORY OF CHANGE** by defining my goals and the path to reach them # collect input from others ##### **PEOPLE SHADOWING** by observing and learning from everyday life ##### **INTERVIEW GUIDE** in a conversation that uncovers their perspective ##### **QUESTION LADDER** by getting to the heart of what motivates people ##### **STORYWORLD** to ensure my work is relevant to the people I'm working for # know the people i'm working with ##### **PEOPLE & CONNECTIONS MAP** by clarifying relationships between stakeholders ##### **TARGET GROUP** by better defining who Lam trying to reach ##### **PERSONAS** by visualising their key characteristics ##### **PROMISES & POTENTIAL MAP** by defining how my offering is new to them # generate new ideas ##### **CREATIVE WORKSHOP** by working together with people who experience and solve problems ##### **FAST IDEA GENERATOR** by thinking differently ##### **THINKING HATS** by framing a constructive discussion with my team ##### **VALUE MAPPING** by aligning our work based on shared values # test & improve ##### **IMPROVEMENT TRIGGERS** by understanding what is most effective in my work ##### **PROTOTYPE TESTING PLAN** by collecting useful feedback on my work at different phases ##### **EXPERIENCE MAP** by creating an overview of how I engage with my stakeholders ##### **BLUEPRINT** by crafting a detailed overview of our operations and resources # sustain & implement ##### **MARKETING MIX** by better engaging people that can benefit from my work ##### **CRITICAL TASKS LIST** by executing my plan without being overwhelmed ##### **BUSINESS PLAN** by launching or growing what I do ##### **SCALING PLAN** while exploring different ways of increasing the scale of my work The following two images offer an overviews of the above. ![[Previous Versions/Version 1/Files/Screenshot 2021-08-16 at 4.26.30 PM.png]] ![[Previous Versions/Version 1/Files/Screenshot 2021-08-16 at 4.26.17 PM.png]] Other canvases can be found in the following links: [[Previous Versions/Version 1/3 - collections/an incomplete collection of canvases]] [[Previous Versions/Version 1/3 - collections/idea generation and adaptation]]