101: Circles: Engaging the Multiple and Diverse Voices

October 01, 2014

10:15am – 12:15pm

Pre-registration required

Limit of 25 participants. Pre-registration is required. - This session repeats from 2pm - 4pm

The 2006 World Planners Congress in Vancouver, B.C. emphasized the need to be much more intentional about engaging citizens. Most planners agree with the standards this challenge affirms. In practice, however, they are frequently frustrated with the results of conventional approaches to engaging the public. Using the Circle process offers an alternative strategy and can play a critically important role in the planning process. Circles engage the public in a way that builds relationships, develops understanding and diffuses power imbalances. Participants will experience Circle while also learning the key elements of the Circle process. Together, we will explore examples of planning contexts where Circles have been or may potentially be used in practice.

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