Possible problems Early discussion focuses on constitutions . The final structure should come last - after you have decided what you are going to do, how to get the resources, what skills you need, and how power and responsibility will be shared. Set up interim structures like a steering group with clear terms of reference. Conflicts arise in steering group meetings . Spend more time in workshop sessions and informal meetings to develop a shared vision and mutual understanding.
Some interests feel excluded .
Clarify who the stakeholders are, and what their legitimate interests are. Again, run workshops rather than committees. Use an independent facilitator. Resource-holders who promote this stance may, of course, put limits on what they will support. This is the most 'empowering' stance -provided people want to do things for themselves.