Our Approach

A clearer path toward systemic change that benefits
everyone.

The Groundwater Approach

An iterative, connected process that continuously drives change.

Fish swimming in the shape of an infinity symbol.

DIAGNOSIS

Diagnosis consists of:

Using data and analytics to understand how systems and culture shape outcomes and behavior
Contexualizing the realities of power, influence, and relationships
Facilitating productive dialogue that surfaces new insights and sharpens strategic thinking
Identifying both the commitments and resistances that matter for lasting change

TREATMENT

Treatment consists of:

Opening up new strategic pathways
Defining a clear and actionable narrative around organizational and individual roles
Convening a powerful and diverse coalition committed to driving change
Implementing a system of measurement that defines tangible steps toward long-term change at the levels of workplace, work, and the world

Real Work with Real Impact

The work that we do together is not conceptual or abstract. We identify concrete goals collaboratively and we achieve those goals through proven methodologies. Because our services respond to rather than react to the moment, we are able to strategically tackle real world challenges in ways that engage — not prescribe. Our team has the ability to work with enterprise organizations as effectively as grassroots community organizations. Regardless of the size of a company or organization, it is possible to put sustainable, systemic change into place.

See Our Offerings

Transformation Looks Like This

A framework for organizational change

Our work spans from the workplace to the entire world. That might sound overly aspirational — but our approach gives people the power to see that they can affect change at a global level by taking strategic steps.

A Method to Embrace Your Rightful Role

Everyone has a part in systemic change. We help folks identify the space they claim to advance equitable outcomes, while helping them shed a limited view on responsibility that underestimates influence.

What it is...

The space vou claim to advance equitable outcomes with intention, influence, and integrity.

Envision the future: Imagine what a system that works for all could be

Act strategically: Map steps toward that vision and convene others

Lead with range: Expand beyond traditional job titles or silos

Balance boldness and realism: Advance long-term and short-term levers together

What it is not...

A limited view of responsibilitv - one that underestimates influence and opts for comfort over change.

Stay in your lane: Limits your org's reach in shared equity work

Focus only on what's "in your control": Avoids systems thinking and collective power

Seek quick fixes: Misses the adaptive nature of real, lasting change

Guiding questions to consider

What's the future state of equity we're working toward?

What decisions or mindsets can I shift in myself, my team, or my org?

Where do we have influence-even informally?

How might we organize others to share ownership of the change?

How do we ensure accountability to those most impacted?

A clear path forward

Everyone has a part in systemic change. We help people identify the space they claim to advance equitable outcomes, while helping them shed a limited view on responsibility that underestimates influence.