RCLD Outreach Training

Section 2: Get started

CIL staff may face challenges at the individual level such as reaching out to contacts that never return your call or interacting with someone who is distrustful of outsiders.
Sometimes challenges occur in group settings such as coalition meetings or other community gatherings.
Strategies for overcoming barriers include:
- Having a clear idea of how to describe your organization and services is helpful when entering into new conversations.
- CIL staff can bring helpful perspectives on improving accessibility in the community.