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Theory of Change one-pager
One-page ToC in plain English.
Prompt template
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Draft a one-page Theory of Change for {PROGRAMME}: problem, inputs, activities, outputs, short-term outcomes, long-term outcomes, assumptions, evidence base. Plain English, reading age 12.Replace each highlighted placeholder with real context. Keep names and safeguarding details out.
When to use this prompt
Reach for this prompt when you need to one-page ToC in plain English. It's designed for Impact lead, CEO. Typically used within Strategy work.
Draft with AI, then have a colleague verify facts and tone before use.
How to use it
- 1
Gather your inputs
Have your local context, audience and goal to hand. - 2
Fill in the highlighted placeholders
Copy the template above and replace every highlighted placeholder with real, local context. - 3
Run it in your AI tool
Paste into your preferred AI assistant. Ask a follow-up if the output misses your association's tone. - 4
Work through the checklist
Tick every item before you send, publish or act on the output.
Why this prompt works
Something staff and trustees can read in one sitting.
Worked example
PROGRAMME: [programme]
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