Intent vs Impact

Subgroup Size

Entire group

Duration

1 hour

External Cost

No

Lesson Plan

Source

Created by Dr. Kris Acheson-Clair, CILMAR, Purdue University.

As a result of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Articulate the differences between intent and impact. 2. Recognize the importance of alignment between intent and impact, as well as the risks of focusing on intent only. 3. Identify real-world examples where intent and impact did not match up. 4. Brainstorm strategies for considering impact before acting or speaking.