Our Facilitator Training program is designed to equip you with the skills to lead deep, meaningful, civic discussions.
Good facilitation is a craft, and one that most people are never taught. Our training focuses on the skills that make the difference: creating the psychological safety that allows honest conversation to happen; pitching ideas at the right level for your audience; and learning to hold a discussion without letting your own biases or agenda quietly steer it.
Train to become a civic facilitator
Master the Art of Dialogue: Learn to hold space for complex conversations and diverse perspectives.
Global Impact: Join a network of facilitators driving change in communities around the world.
Facilitator Training Curriculum
Module 1: Foundations of Dialogue
Explore the philosophical roots of civic dialogue and the ethics of neutral facilitation. Participants learn to distinguish between debate and dialogue to foster collaborative inquiry.
Module 2: Practical Facilitation Skills
Hands-on training in active listening, strategic questioning, and managing group dynamics. Focus on holding space for diverse perspectives while maintaining a productive atmosphere. A special focus will be on supporting teens in facilitation.
Module 3: Conflict Transformation and self-awareness
Learn techniques to navigate polarization and de-escalate tension. This module leads you to explore your own views and how unacknowledged fears can affect your facilitation.
Module 4: Designing Civic Spaces
Design your own civic discussion project. From choosing relevant global topics to logistics and outreach, learn how to build sustainable dialogue meetups in your community.
Advanced Facilitation
Master the art of holding space for diverse viewpoints and navigating complex community tensions.
Empower Your Dialogue Journey
Civic Leadership
Gain practical insights into local dynamics and develop the confidence to lead grassroots initiatives.
Inclusive Thinking
Expand your intellectual horizons by engaging with participants from across the global dialogue network.
Who are these programs for?
- Individuals passionate about civic dialogue and community building.
- Teachers seeking tools to better lead classroom discussions.
- Parents looking for skills to engage with teens.
- Aspiring facilitators looking to develop 21st-century leadership skills.
- Community leaders wanting to create space for intellectual exchange.
- Young professionals interested in global thinking and peace-building.