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PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATION IS CLOSED - THE EVENT IS SOLD OUT!
If you would like to be added to a wait list please email sgergich@pillarnonprofit.ca
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The conventional structures used to organize how people routinely work together stifle inclusion and engagement; but there's a better way to engage teams in problem solving and creative ideation. Liberating Structures are a set of 33+ “seriously fun” activities which aim to effectively bring groups together in inclusive and collaborative ways. They can be used to facilitate discussion, engage in decision making, or enhance learning.
In this virtual session, you’ll learn what Liberating Structures are, why and when you could use them, and how they can enhance interactivity in your online meetings and learning events. Come ready to participate and experience several Liberating Structures that you’ll be able to turn around and use right away in your own group collaborations.
Where could you use Liberating Structures?
- Volunteer appreciation events
- Staff/Board retreats and meetings
- Workshops, webinars and any learning opportunity
- Community engagement events
By the end of this session you will be able to:
- Describe what Liberating Structures are and how they can engage participants in your online meetings and learning events
- Connect with the principles that guide Liberating Structures
- Access additional resources and supports for future work with Liberating Structures
- Walk away with examples of Liberating Structures to use in your own sessions
All participants will be given an Introduction to Liberating Structures guide to begin familiarizing themselves with the structures and the international community of people using them.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Anyone interested in learning new ways of engaging with people - in person or online - that can involve everyone and unleash innovation.
Are you a nonprofit member organization with an operating budget of under $100,000? You may be able to save an additional 50% off the registration fee.
Learn if you are eligible for the NONPROFIT MEMBER DISCOUNT RATE.
ABOUT THE FACILITATORS:
Beth Cougler Blom is a facilitator and learning designer who works with clients across all sectors to help them design and facilitate great learning experiences, both in person and online. She is one of the co-stewards of the Vancouver Island Liberating Structures User Group and is the author of a facilitation book called Design to Engage. Beth can be reached at bethcouglerblom.com.
Susana Guardado provides facilitation and consulting services to organizations in the area of project management, evaluation and learning design. She brings over two decades of experience in community-based education and integrates a variety of tools and strategies, including Liberating Structures, to create fun, engaging and enriching sessions. She is a passionate advocate for creating meaningful environments where genuine conversations can occur. She is a member of the International Association of Facilitators and the International Forum of Visual Practitioners.
Thank you to our 2022 Learning & Development Sponsors:
Western Continuing Studies and Fanshawe Employment and Student Entrepreneurial Services/Corporate Training Solutions
