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Community Conversations That Drive Action

Facilitating dialogue that leads to real, measurable outcomes

Virtual ยท 2โ€“3 HoursHalf-Day ยท 4 HoursFull-Day ยท 7 Hours

Program Overview

This training equips leaders, facilitators, and community organizers with the skills to design and lead productive community conversations. Learn how to move groups from discussion to decisions โ€” and from decisions to action. Ideal for organizations planning listening sessions, strategic retreats, or collaborative planning processes.

Learning Objectives

  • Design intentional community engagement processes with clear goals
  • Apply facilitation techniques that invite authentic participation
  • Navigate difficult conversations and manage conflict productively
  • Document and synthesize community input into actionable priorities
  • Build community trust and buy-in through inclusive engagement

Topics Covered

Community engagement design
Facilitation fundamentals
Active listening techniques
Conflict navigation
Translating input to priorities
Building trust & buy-in

Intended Audience

Community organizers and advocates
Library and nonprofit leaders
Municipal staff and elected officials
Coalition coordinators
Strategic planning teams
Board members and executive directors

Delivery Options

Virtual

2โ€“3 Hours

Interactive session with live facilitation practice and peer feedback

Half-Day

4 Hours

Skills-building workshop with scenario-based facilitation practice

Full-Day

7 Hours

Complete facilitation training including design, delivery, and documentation

Investment

Investment varies based on format, audience size, and location. Contact us for a custom quote.

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Community Conversations That Drive Action