Facilitating Mixed Groups in the Post-2016 Election Era
Channel: Linda Ellinor
Date: 2017-05-11

This is a 2-hour long dialogue that brought 12 facilitators together who work with groups in a variety of settings.  We shared what makes it difficult to talk about issues across the political divide and how ultimately we need good ground rules and a safe space within which this work can take place.  Good facilitation practice and context setting is always important for groups to go deeply into the political differences we are facing as a nation.  Because of our more liberal media culture, conservatives do not feel heard in difficult conversations.  Best to work on building trust and relationships within the groups we work with before going deeply into issues.