Understanding Collaboration as a Dynamic Process: A Case Study of Collaboration in a Supportive Housing Network

Authors

  • Stephanie Rattelade School of Psychology, University of Ottawa
  • John Sylvestre School of Pscyhology, University of Ottawa

Abstract

Despite considerable research on collaboration, there has been relatively little consideration of the dynamic inter-relations among key characteristics of collaborations. This study examined collaboration within the Ottawa Supportive Housing Network (OSHN). Semi-structured interviews were conducted with members from eight core member agencies that provide supportive housing to a range of vulnerable populations. The interviews examined six categories of effective collaboration characteristics identified in a review by Mattessich and Monsey (1992): environment, membership, process/structure, communication, purpose, and resources. An analysis of the data revealed reciprocal relationships between factors that shifted depending on the nature of the work of the network.

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2012-11-30

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Vol. 11 No. 1 (2012)

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