A Universal Partnership Model: A Whole that is Greater when Integrating its Parts
- 8 September 2022
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in Human Service Organizations: Management, Leadership & Governance
- Vol. 46 (5), 1-17
- https://doi.org/10.1080/23303131.2022.2114566
Abstract
In times of shrinking resources and fragmented societies, partnership is a value-driven social structure that should be theorized in order to be considered for implementation, effectively and sustainably. Recognizing the scarce theoretical perspectives on partnership, this article addresses the lack of an integrated universal model. It delineates the theoretical field through extensive literature review, reaffirming the critical gap in knowledge. Original qualitative research utilized an international case-study of a social partnership, and a historic investigation since its inception three decades ag. A Grounded Theory Methodology guided the systemic analysis of the empirical data, culminating in a proposed universal partnership model. The study finds mutuality to be the heart of a partnership and a differentiating criterion from other social structures. Three pillars that are grounded in mutuality sustain a partnership, and include a common ground, connection, and commitment. Further research is needed to test the proposed model on other diverse partnerships.Keywords
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