This training provides an introduction to the principles and practices of collaborative governance, with emphasis placed on the collaborative decision making process. Participants will learn how to apply a five-stage model for effective collaborative decision making to resolve public issues. The skills needed to structure meetings, facilitate groups, and reach decisions using consensus will be highlighted. This highly interactive training will combine lecture, small and large group exercises, and coached role play. The training will be provided by the National Policy Consensus Center.

Event will be full day on Friday, March 11, and Saturday, March 12.