Creating The Theory Of Change PDF

**CREATING THE THEORY OF CHANGE** The Catholic Justice and Peace Department (CJPD) commissioners have vowed to reignite their fire in their respective dioceses to combat corruption among other injustices in the country. The commissioners drawn from various dioceses and Catholic institutions in the...

**CREATING THE THEORY OF CHANGE** The Catholic Justice and Peace Department (CJPD) commissioners have vowed to reignite their fire in their respective dioceses to combat corruption among other injustices in the country. The commissioners drawn from various dioceses and Catholic institutions in the country committed to this following a two-day training with the Loyola Centre for Media and Communication (LCMC) that centered on the adverse effects of corruption and the role of human conscience in uprooting the menace. The training featured key speakers Dr. Elias Mokua, SJ, Executive Director of LCMC, and Fr. Dr. Odomaro Mubangizi SJ, from the Society of Jesus, commonly known as ***The Jesuits***. Their leadership underscored the Church\'s unique role in combating corruption, inspiring attendees to implement strategic actions within their communities. This dialogue marked a significant move in the Church\'s ongoing commitment to justice and social integrity. Dr. Mokua SJ opened the dialogue by drawing a vivid analogy: \"Corruption is like a spider web that intricate, widespread, and difficult to escape once ensnared.\" His words resonated deeply with the participants, highlighting the far-reaching consequences of corruption, which destroys lives and opportunities for generations. He stressed that the Church must be at the forefront of this fight, recognizing that corruption is not just an economic issue but a profound moral and social challenge. \"Who suffers when corruption occurs? The answer is simple: everyone,\" Dr. Mokua asserted. He elaborated on how resources siphoned off by corrupt individuals could have been used to improve lives, provide essential services, and create opportunities. The Church, he argued, has a duty to make its followers aware of the societal destruction caused by corruption. The message was clear: everyone pays the price for corruption, and this reality must be confronted head-on. The dialogue then transitioned to a strategic approach that the Catholic Church could adopt to combat corruption. Dr. Mokua and Fr. Dr. Odomaro Mubangizi SJ outlined a comprehensive plan: 1\. Raising Awareness: \- Educating the faithful on the devastating impact of corruption. \- Highlighting that corruption is a serious crime with real victims. 2\. Building Capacity: \- Equipping Church members with the skills and strategies needed for effective anti-corruption campaigns. \- Encouraging community solidarity to ensure responsive government service delivery. 3\. Appealing to Conscience: \- Rekindling faith to inspire Catholics to uphold Gospel values. \- Using the \"See, Judge, Act\" pastoral approach to present factual data and narratives that illustrate the impact of corruption. \- Providing practical strategies for combating corruption. Throughout the dialogue, participants identified several existing gaps in the fight against corruption. Dr. Mokua SJ pointed out the significant lack of understanding about the severity of corruption and its role in creating inequalities. He noted the troubling normalization of corruption, where phrases like "hiyo pesa si ya mama yako" (that money isn't your mother's) reflect systemic corruption stage which is victimless. He emphasized the essential skills needed to effectively combat corruption, including the ability to use infographics to communicate real costs of corruption, breaking down of big data to highlight the actual economic impact, and articulating facts and narratives that shift public perception from fear to hope. The dialogue then advanced with a strategic approach aimed at reversing the culture of corruption. Key strategies included leveraging on technology to ensure accountability, enforcing the public code of ethics, aligning anti-corruption efforts with faith, and understanding the \"Good Will Matrix\" to identify stakeholders and drive the anti-corruption agenda. The discussion underscored the importance of structural action within the Church to combat corruption. For citizens, or \"Mwananchi,\" the benefits of reducing corruption are clear: fewer tax hikes, more economic opportunities, and improved government services. During the dialogue, Denson Machuki, who is spearheading the ADP project at LCMC, presented a compelling analogy: the significant impact that 1 billion Ksh could have in the country. This analogy served as a powerful motivator, sparking a challenge among the participants to envision how 1 billion Ksh could be used to start and accomplish transformative projects in their respective counties. The challenge ignited creativity and determination, as participants began brainstorming and outlining specific projects that could be funded with such an amount. From building schools and hospitals to improving infrastructure and launching community development programs, ideas flowed freely. This exercise not only highlighted the potential for positive change but also reinforced the importance of transparency and accountability in managing public funds. The proposed strategy involves creating a network of Catholics, coordinated by the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB), the Catholic Justice and Peace Department (CJPD), and partners like the LCMC. This network would focus on utilizing open data portal, developing conscience-formation materials, and encouraging grassroots ownership of anti-corruption projects. As the dialogue concluded, participants raised their strategic approaches, sharing how they plan to create awareness and break the chains of corruption in their respective dioceses. Each participant committed to taking the lessons learned and applying them within their communities, ensuring that the fight against corruption becomes a collective and impactful effort across the country. The dialogue may have ended, but the work is just beginning. With coordinated efforts, the Church and its partners can create a more just and equitable society for all.