An Introduction to the Consensus Workshop Method for Young Professionals

The Canadian Institute of Cultural Affairs (ICA Canada) has a 50 year history in developing the leadership capacity of individuals who are committed to positive social change. We do this through our Courage to Lead programming, tailored training and facilitation offered to non-profit organizations and community groups and through the development of knowledge resources.

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<LI>Have you been tasked with leading a workshop or a meeting at work or in your community? Would you like to develop skills on how to be effective and engaging in these situations?</LI>
<LI>Have you ever been at a meeting or involved in a group project where things didn’t come together (or there was no synergy)? </LI>
<LI>Have you wondered about how to avoid groupthink and bring out the diverse, creative and innovative ideas on your team? </LI>
<LI>And finally, are you interested in bringing people together for a common goal, for instance, making a positive difference on your team or in your community?</LI>
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If you answered yes to any of these questions, we would like to introduce you to the Consensus Workshop Method (CWM). This 4-hour introduction to the Consensus Workshop Method will provide you with some valuable tools on how you can draw out everyone’s wisdom when leading a workshop or a group meeting/project. Sign up today to reserve your spot. 
 
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Kindly note that CWM is typically taught in two days - however, with the generous support of our donors, we’re able to provide an introductory session to young professionals at a highly discounted rate. The market value of this four-hour session is $298.75; however, ICA Canada is pleased to offer this session for $25, thanks to our incredible donors. Spots will go quickly, so please register today to secure your seat.
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Facilitator
Suzanne Jackson, Ph.D. – Suzanne is a Professor Emerita of the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto with a specialization in participatory planning and evaluation in health promotion. She has been part of ICA Canada since 1984 and uses this workshop consensus method in community work and with students.
Who should attend:
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<LI CLASS="MsoNormal">Young professionals</LI>
<LI CLASS="MsoNormal">Emerging leaders</LI>
<LI CLASS="MsoNormal">Facilitators</LI>
<LI CLASS="MsoNormal">Anyone interested in facilitative leadership</LI>
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**Light snacks and drinks will be provided**
 
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What participants have said about ICA's core methods:
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<LI>Consensus Workshop Method</LI>
<LI>Focused Conversation Method</LI>
<LI>ToP participatory strategic planning process</LI>
<LI>ToP participatory action planning</LI>
<LI>Historical scan/ Journey wall</LI>
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“I have used the consensus workshop very successfully with a group, immediately following the training. A Board had set up a task force to develop and lead a congregation through a mission-clarifying process. The method was used to elicit their wishes for the outcomes (beyond the scope of work) of the process which were then gifted to the task force - and well received.” – Anonymous
" As a high school teacher, the focused conversation workshop allowed me to explore new ways to deliver the material while putting the students at the core of their learning experience. Since the workshop, my lessons have been much more engaging." – Eddy Kamali, High school Teacher based in Toronto
“I have used ICA methods in preparing for lectures, student assignments, professional presentations and leading meetings, and in all events, they have proven to be invaluable in organizing and harvesting ideas to fruition.” - Dr. Laura MacDonald, Associate Professor, University of Manitoba

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