OVERVIEW

This FREE training provides practitioners with proven tools to help groups in the Fox Valley have transformative communication and bridge differences. Participants learn how to de-escalate tension and build group trust by incorporating insights from mediation, restorative justice, appreciative inquiry, and interpersonal neurobiology.

Dr. Wilson shares a trauma-informed, relationship-centered facilitation approach that includes:

• Incorporating shared agreements to guide the conversation

• Crafting questions of curiosity to invite connection

• Structuring conversation to prevent unproductive patterns

• Practicing redirections with confidence and respectfulness

This training enables practitioners to facilitate large and small groups in community, business, educational and faith settings.

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THE FACILITATORS ROLE

In the midst of growing polarization in our society, trained facilitators play a crucial role in leading constructive dialogues, especially across divides. To help groups reach their goals, experienced facilitators...

• Demonstrate effective communication & keen observation

• Maintain constant neutrality

• Create & maintain an environment of openness

• Manage group dynamics so that all voices can be heard

• Guide group processes, pacing, and momentum

• Practice appropriate redirections & interventions

• Trained facilitators will apply their skills by leading monthly dialogue groups organized by Common Ground throughout 2022