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Systems Stewardship

Care for interconnected systems through shared responsibility, adaptation and learning.

Before you begin

Systems Stewardship in practice.

01

Introduction

Innovators increasingly operate within complex systems involving multiple stakeholders, institutions and interconnected challenges.

Systems stewardship focuses on caring for and improving systems rather than optimising isolated components.

02

Stewardship Principles

  • Interdependence
  • Long-Term Thinking
  • Collective Responsibility
  • Adaptability
  • Learning
03

Applications

  • Climate initiatives
  • Public policy
  • Higher education
  • Healthcare systems
  • Community development