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State-Based Initiatives Planning Tool: Phase I Assess The Landscape

State-Based Initiatives Planning Tool: Phase I Assess The Landscape

The first phase of the planning process is all about getting started. In this phase, you should assess the landscape of existing public health efforts to avoid duplication, build a network of partners with common interests in lung cancer, and establish an organizational structure to help partners work together to achieve the coalition goals.

Step 1 – Assess The Landscape
The first step in getting started is to assess the landscape of current lung cancer initiatives in your state. An assessment helps you to identify potential partners, avoid redundant efforts, identify opportunities that could make a difference, and provide the foundation that you need for your initiative.