Positive Deviance

Positive Deviance is an approach that looks for individuals or groups within a community who succeed in achieving better results despite facing the same challenges as others. Instead of focusing on problems or deficits, it identifies uncommon but successful behaviors or strategies that contribute to positive outcomes. By uncovering and sharing these practices, communities can develop solutions from within, leading to sustainable improvements. This method emphasizes learning from those who naturally excel, fostering empowerment and innovation through proven, context-specific practices.