“The challenge is to replace practices that distance and disconnect with ones that evoke empathy, caring, and creativity.” – Carol Sanford
By shifting from “stakeholder” to “careholder,” we can foster a more inclusive, less colonial, and more compassionate approach, recognizing the deep connections and responsibilities we share. It’s a small yet significant step toward building more empathetic and effective collaborations, in our experience.
Here are some further references if you are interested in diving deeper into the topic:
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When “Kin” Is All We Have: From “Stakeholders” to “Care-holders” (Interaction Institute for Social Change)
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About Careholders (CODA.io)