Members are ready to lead discussions of assigned agenda items. The Working Group provides and encourages equal opportunities for participation, and members assume individual responsibility to participate fully. Members act collegially. Members respect everyone s right to speak and be listened to without interruption. Members are free to ask for clarification and restatement.
Members allow constructive criticism of their ideas or proposals as part of the group process.
Members are free to express their feelings and are sensitive to the feelings of other members. Members are free to suggest a break, as needed. Members are expected to express any doubts, concerns or reservations they have concerning the topic under discussion and should ask for additional time to think about the matter if needed. Consensus Members strive to make decisions by consensus. It does not mean that the decision is necessarily everyone s first choice, but that all members commit to working toward the implementation of the decision and not obstruct its implementation.