Write/discuss a piece about nature as a metaphor for systems change. What can we learn from principles found in nature (such as seasonal cycles and interdependence) about organizational improvement processes? How might you apply these principles to begin to shift your organization's culture with respect to inclusion and equity?

Include at least 5 sources in your answer.

• Describe elements in nature that can exemplify organizational improvement processes.
• Analyze how organizational change maps onto systems theory.
• Communicate clearly, supporting a central idea in an appropriate format with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics.
• Convey purpose, in an appropriate tone and style, incorporating supporting evidence and adhering to organizational, professional, and scholarly writing standards.