Elmore's Framework

Elmore's Framework is a way to understand how organizations or systems shape behavior through three key levels: policy, practices, and principles. Policies are formal rules or directives; practices are the day-to-day actions and routines; principles are the underlying beliefs and values guiding behavior. Changes at the policy level influence practices, which in turn are guided by principles. Recognizing these levels helps in designing effective interventions and understanding how change occurs naturally within organizations, ensuring that new policies align with existing practices and underlying values for lasting impact.