Community Development Tools and “Buy-in” Culture

There it was again. “This has shaped up well. Now we just need to get buy-in from the users.” Hearing these words at a recent meeting reminded me of how I’ve heard this sentiment several times in several settings. It can be (and has been, in my experience) expressed a few different ways, but it […]

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What can we do to address the societal contradictions that are tearing us apart?

What can we do to address the societal contradictions that are tearing us apart?

Here are some suggestions: What can we do as facilitators to address the contradictions that are teari ...

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Some Blocks to Consensus in Society Today that Tear Us Apart

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The Rock Will Split – The Power of Participatory Reflection on the Past
historical scan / journey wall / ToP methods

The Rock Will Split – The Power of Participatory Reflection on the Past

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Invitation to ICA Associates 20th Anniversary Tour: Facilitating a Participatory Society

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This October 1, ICA Associates celebrates 20 years since its official registration as a social enterprise ...

6th Annual Summit on Public Consultation & Engagement (December 5- 6, 2016)

6th Annual Summit on Public Consultation & Engagement (December 5- 6, 2016)

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Professional Association Collaborates to Grow

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Facilitating Reconciliation Between Settlers and Indigenous People
reconciliation

Facilitating Reconciliation Between Settlers and Indigenous People

What can we do as facilitators to open dialogue and understanding among settlers and indigenous people in ...