I want you to seriously consider this question:
“Do you believe that our political system and national leaders can address the critical questions of our generation without effective communication skills nor the ability to collaborate across differences?”
Nope?
Me neither, and I don't expect them to get it together any time soon.
It's up to us apparently, and, fortunately, that's what democracy is all about.
I can't think of anything more important for our current political crisis than developing a network of local stewards, skilled facilitators and conflict resolutionaries who are able to stand gracefully in the fire of conflict, support important conversations and transform deeply divisive questions into sustainable all-win solutions.
In preparation for 2024, I want to teach as many people as possible in collaborative communication skills, so that we can upgrade our democracy together.
For the first time in many years, this fall I'm teaching a fundamental and transformational course on:
Facilitation & Conflict Resolution
Join me to discover the art of igniting generative dialogues among diverse voices and learn the secrets to gracefully embracing and resolving conflicts
Learn critical communication skills that benefit every part of your life
Increase your confidence to host important conversations in your community
Supercharge your local leadership by being able to address conflict in a healthy and productive way when it emerges
Click this link to register NOW for the 6 live modules.
Oct 5 - Dec 14, 2023
4:30-6 PT / 7:30-9 ET on alternating Thursdays
**Substack readers can use Discount Code SUB50 to get 50% off.**
Why is this Important?
Our national leaders are acting irresponsibly. They seem unable to make wise forward-thinking decisions.
Political division is corroding our communities and families and threatens our national integrity.
According to a June 2023 Pew Research Center poll, the only thing that a majority of Republicans and Democrats agree on is that they are worried about the inability of Republicans and Democrats to agree on anything.
We cannot afford to let our differences hinder our progress,
especially when diversity is supposed to be our greatest strength.
It's time to abandon the illusion of an "us versus them" struggle because, in reality, we all win or we all lose.
The 'Facilitation and Conflict Resolution' course will not only change your life by enhancing your career and relationships, but it will also change the course of history.
We need you, the next generation of facilitators and conflict resolution experts who can confidently stand in the fires of conflict and lead us toward a sustainable, all-win democracy together.
Substack readers can use Discount Code SUB50 to get 50% off.
Watch the Course Overview video to learn more:
This course is one of many featured in the Local Stewards Academy, which is offering 15 different educational courses this fall, led by experts in a diverse array of fields, to support people in becoming more empowered, informed, and equipped to make positive change at the local level.
Check out the course list below, and if you’re interested, you can SIGN UP HERE. It’s only $19/month to have access to ALL these courses and gain access to the online learning platform.