The positive deviance (PD) approach is truly appreciated when it is seen in action. It is our hope that the presentations provided help to give a different view of the positive deviance approach and how it is implemented. At this point in time, we are still collecting information from our PD partners in hopes of expanding this page. Please check back as we are continually updating the site.
This presentation is an introduction to the concept of Positive Deviance and an overview of the Positive Deviance Process.This presentation is also available in Bahasa Indonesia.
This introduction to PD walks through the steps involved in using the approach - known as the "6 Ds of Positive Deviance". Jerry Sternin developed this presentation for use during training and workshops around the world, using illustrative examples at each step. (Also available in: Spanish, French, Arabic, simplified Chinese, traditional Chinese.)
This presentation is provided complements of Monique Sternin, focusing on the use of PD to address childhood malnutrition in West Africa. This was presented to Save the Children (US) staff in Senegal. The presentation is in French, but the beautiful photos are universally understood!
In January 2001, Save the Children USA's Reproductive Health Program operating in Haripur District in Pakistan was introduced to the Positive Deviance Approach. This presentation highlights the steps that were taken, the main findings, and the follow-up from the initial work.
The Indonesia PD Network, comprised of six International NGOs and their counterparts, published their 4th bulletin, with articles in both English and Bahasa Indonesian focusing on on-going PD informed-projects addressing goiter and iodine deficiency, among others. This presentation details their activities and linkages.
This presentation details the activities of Plan Camerron which has partnered with the Ministry of Health, UNICEF to adress child malnutrition.