How many conversations on controversial subjects have you been in that end in hard feelings with little progress toward finding common ground?
Does your group (club, church, business) have difficult issues to discuss, but don't know how to get started?
Would you benefit from learning how to lead group discussions about tough subjects?
The Frank Zeidler Center for Public Discussion is offering a series of workshops that prepare individuals to facilitate constructive conversations with the club, church, business or community group. You need a way to talk about difficult subjects. The Frank Zeidler Center for Public Discussion can equipm you with tools to make it happen.
During the Crossing Barriers in Public Discussion workshops, you will experience and learn a discussion method using participatory learning and leading. You can apply the tools you acquire in varied situations including family discussions, neighborhood issues, community dialogue, congregation planning, and peer work relationships.
Session One: Orientation to the Public Conversations Project Method Date: TBD Time: 9:00 am to noon
This session of the two-part workshop is designed to introduce participants to the Public Conversations Project method.
Session Two: Basic Facilitator Training Date: TBD Time: 9:00 am to noon
The second session of the two-part workshop delves deeper into the role of the facilitator and the construction of the facilitated conversation.
Registration is limited. There is a $50.00 registration fee* for the workshop to cover the costs of materials. In addition, we ask for your commitment to attend both sessions. To help us prepare materials and supplies, please indicate your interest by sending the following information to email address webmaster@frankzeidlercenter.org:
