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Facilitating Change: How to create transformative spaces that inspire, empower & drive real change
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Trust, Power and Emergence with Dr. Pierce Otlhogile-Gordon
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In this conversation, Cole and Dr. Pierce Otlhogile-Gordon explore the multifaceted role of facilitation. Pierce shares his journey to becoming a facilitator, rooted in childhood experiences and time spent navigating academia. They discuss the challenges some face in identifying as facilitators and balancing primary objectives with community-building. Pierce emphasizes creating spaces for emergence and improvisation, likening it to jazz. They delve into the intersection of research and facilitation in driving meaningful change, examining their respective benefits and limitations. Pierce highlights the importance of understanding power dynamics in facilitation, recommending 'Pedagogy of the Oppressed' as a valuable resource. They also explore the critical role of trust in the facilitation process and how facilitators can responsibly use the trust they've earned.
Links
- Check out the Equity Intuition’s new six-week social skillbuilding strategy course to see if it could benefit you and your organization
- Learn about the variety of services Dr. Pierce offers globally
- Connect with Dr. Pierce Otlhogile-Gordon on Linkedin
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