Foundations of Deep Democracy for Leaders (CoResolve)

Description

Deep Democracy Foundations for Leaders 

The Lewis Method of Deep Democracy welcomes differences in opinion, perspective, and style. It provides structured, focused methods for helping people hear the messages in the communication, regardless of the method of delivery, and explore differences in ways that are productive and respectful. Deep Democracy gives people tools that can help them facilitate tough conversations and achieve resolution. In this interactive, small-group workshop, you will:

• Learn how to recognize the difference between resolvable conflicts and more intractable conflict that requires mediation support
• Develop skills for facilitating conversations and helping groups make sound decisions that stick
• Learn how to head off polarization and help groups engage productively with conflict
• Increase your ability to read groups dynamics and lead groups effectively
• Gain tools for healing interpersonal rifts that impede team effectiveness
• Increase your capacity to help groups achieve real commitment and engagement through participation

These skills not only reduce the amount of unhealthy conflict in organizations and teams, but also increase creativity, commitment, ownership, and accountability while improving the quality of decision making.

NOTE: This workshop is called CoResolve in other parts of the world.

Feedback from Past Participants

“I left this training with a practical, insightful and intuitive framework for engaging ALL members of my work community (and beyond) in thoughtful and productive conversations around issues that matter. This 2-day training was designed in such a way that participants built community in a short amount of time and were able to build off of each other’s experiences. This is a MUST HAVE training for anyone that works in an environment where decision must be made.” – Rachel Homchick, Director, Evergreen Washington Center

“The Deep Democracy training gave me some great concepts and tools I can use to help groups navigate conflict and find human-centered resolution.  From picking up on signs of resistance to addressing obstacles to good communication, the training was filled with information I can start using right away. I highly recommend it for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of group dynamics, develop their skills for more collaborative decision making, or resolve tension in one-on-one or group, team situations.” – Darrell Damron, Director, Government Consulting Services, WA State Dept of Enterprise Services, Lean Transformation Services

Course Length: 2.5 days

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