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SUMMARY:Introduction to Appreciative Inquiry: Foundations & Applications
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1742428589270{margin-top: -10px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742431777215{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nDISCOVER THE POWER OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742428517193{margin-top: 5px !important;}”]Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is a collaborative\, strengths-based approach that focuses on identifying and amplifying “what’s working” to drive meaningful transformation. This self-paced\, asynchronous program invites you to delve into AI’s foundational theories\, principles\, and the 5-D process through experiential exercises designed to foster discovery\, reflection\, and implementation. By embracing the AI methodology\, you can cultivate stronger relationships\, promote meaningful engagement\, and inspire positive change in various aspects of your life.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742428805979{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nWHY APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY WORKS\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742428847702{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]The AI 5-D Cycle is a proven framework for unlocking potential\, fostering positive change by leveraging strengths\, engaging diverse perspectives\, and inspiring action. It provides a structured yet flexible process that supports individuals and organizations in identifying opportunities\, envisioning possibilities\, and designing pathways toward sustainable success. The AI 5-D Cycle builds on what is working well to generate meaningful and lasting impact across personal growth\, team dynamics\, leadership development\, and organizational transformation.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742428936317{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nWHAT THIS COURSE OFFERS\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742429951679{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]This course equips you with essential tools and insights to apply Appreciative Inquiry effectively across various contexts.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742429186043{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDeepen Your Understanding of AI Principles. Gain a deep understanding of the original and emergent principles of Appreciative Inquiry and how they shape the way we think\, interact\, and lead. Apply these principles to strengthen leadership\, reframe challenges\, and inspire meaningful engagement.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742429405192{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nExplore the Research & Theories Supporting AI. Delve into the scientific research\, theories\, and psychological principles that support strengths-based approaches to change. Learn how neural pathways influence behavior\, apply the PERMA model to enhance well-being\, and recognize how social interactions shape knowledge and reality.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742429537585{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nHarness the Power of the AI 5-D Cycle. Experience each phase of the AI 5-D Cycle – Define\, Discover\, Dream\, Design\, and Destiny – and learn how this structured approach fosters collaboration\, sparks innovation\, and drives meaningful change.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742436702983{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nStrengthen Communication & Mindset. Recognize the power of storytelling and appreciative questioning to shift paradigms and foster productive\, engaging conversations. Develop a strengths-based mindset that amplifies positive emotions\, reframes challenges\, and opens doors to new possibilities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742430085875{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nYOUR AI LEARNING JOURNEY: EXPLORE\, LEARN\, & APPLY\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742431121120{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]This comprehensive AI foundations course consists of five engaging modules\, each designed to build your knowledge and application of AI. Each lesson offers hands-on exercises\, real-world applications\, actionable strategies\, and reflection prompts to deepen your understanding and application of AI in a meaningful way.[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion section_title_tag=”p” color=”peacoc” gap=”5″ c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”8″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true” css=”.vc_custom_1742433887041{margin-top: 10px !important;}”][vc_tta_section title=”Module 1: FOUNDATIONS OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY” tab_id=”1742433744031-55c9cea5-11d0″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742840604422{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Module 1: FOUNDATIONS OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY\nAt its core\, Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is a transformational approach to change that invites us to explore strengths\, successes\, and possibilities through generative questions. This module introduces AI as a dynamic framework that fosters meaningful dialogue\, shifts perspectives\, and amplifies what works.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742840358345{margin-top: 10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]You will examine the power of storytelling\, compare two approaches to human learning and change\, and trace AI’s evolution as it continues to shape personal\, organizational\, and community transformation.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742841244334{margin-top: 10px !important;}”]Number of Lessons: 4\nEstimated Time to Complete: 5-7 Hours[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Module 2: SUPPORTING RESEARCH & THEORIES OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY” tab_id=”1742433744061-1d929c13-ff46″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742841202637{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Module 2: SUPPORTING RESEARCH & THEORIES OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY\nWhat makes strength-based approaches like Appreciative Inquiry so powerful? This module explores the research\, theories\, and disciplines that reinforce AI’s effectiveness in shaping learning\, behavior\, and belief systems. You will examine how AI influences the way we think\, act\, and relate to others\, drawing on insights from neuroscience\, psychology\, and positive organizational scholarship. \nBy engaging with key concepts like neural pathways\, positive emotions\, and expectancy theory\, you will uncover why AI fuels innovation\, well-being\, and sustainable change. \nNumber of Lessons: 6\nEstimated Time to Complete: 10-12 Hours[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Module 3: PRINCIPLES OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY” tab_id=”1742434052353-f1fcfcf3-c66c”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742841425903{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Module 3: PRINCIPLES OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY\nAppreciative Inquiry is built on a foundation of guiding principles that shape the way we engage\, inquire\, and create change. In this module\, you will explore both the original and emergent AI principles\, understanding their role in fostering curiosity\, inclusion\, and generative conversations. \nThrough experiential activities and reflective dialogue\, you will deepen your awareness of how these principles shape your way of being\, thinking\, and doing — both personally and professionally. \nNumber of Lessons: 10\nEstimated Time to Complete: 18-20 Hours[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Module 4: APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY 5-D CYCLE” tab_id=”1742434610071-a444bb72-7d39″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742843410344{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Module 4: APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY 5-D CYCLE\nThe Appreciative Inquiry 5-D Cycle — Define\, Discover\, Dream\, Design\, and Destiny — provides a structured yet flexible framework for creating meaningful change. In this module\, you will experience the full AI cycle firsthand\, applying each phase to a personal Appreciative Visioning Plan. \nThrough interactive exercises and reflection\, you will gain practical skills in crafting compelling questions\, conducting appreciative interviews\, envisioning possibilities\, and designing action plans that inspire and sustain positive momentum. \nNumber of Lessons: 5\nEstimated Time to Complete: 6-8 Hours[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Module 5: APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY IN ACTION” tab_id=”1742434652825-cf07ba74-b9f6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742841627585{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Module 5: APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY IN ACTION\nChallenges and opportunities come in all shapes and sizes. Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is a dynamic and adaptable approach that has sparked the development of innovative programs\, frameworks\, and workshops worldwide. This module highlights AI’s versatility and scalability by exploring its impact across leadership\, team development\, community engagement\, and personal growth. \nYou will examine real-world applications\, engage with methodologies like SOAR\, Appreciative Living\, and Conversations Worth Having\, and analyze case studies that illustrate AI’s ability to create meaningful and sustainable change. \nNumber of Lessons: 6\nEstimated Time to Complete: 5-7 Hours[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492971593{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nLEARNING OUTCOMES\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492020411{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]By the end of this course\, you will be able to:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492056584{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nRecognize the power of storytelling and its ability to shape perspectives\, reframe challenges\, and foster engagement.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492094745{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUnderstand the difference between the AI Process (doing) and Principles of AI (being) and how they influence leadership\, collaboration\, and organizational change.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492122682{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nApply the AI 5-D Cycle to develop strengths-based strategies that foster innovation\, collaboration\, and meaningful transformation.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492163300{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nFacilitate strengths-based conversations that inspire engagement\, innovation\, and positive change in teams\, organizations\, and communities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492197617{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nStrengthen leadership skills by integrating appreciative\, future-focused visioning into decision-making and strategic planning.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492224916{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nReframe challenges into opportunities by applying AI principles to problem-solving\, team dynamics\, and organizational growth.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492256478{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIntegrate AI methodologies into daily practices to build a culture of strengths\, resilience\, and sustainable impact.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492979951{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nPRE-REQUISITES\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492283824{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]There are no pre-requisites to participate in this Appreciative Inquiry foundations course.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492986529{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nDESIGNED FOR\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492890446{margin-top: 0px !important;}”]Anyone who wants to make positive and lasting change within themselves\, their teams\, organizations\, and communities.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492480544{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492556999{margin-top: 5px !important;}”]DELIVERY FORMAT\nThe Introduction to Appreciative Inquiry: Foundations and Applications is a self-directed course with no required live or virtual sessions. Enjoy the flexibility to access materials\, complete activities\, and apply AI techniques whenever and wherever it works best for you.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742493171321{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]Designed for diverse learning styles\, this course incorporates text\, graphics\, videos\, and downloadable activities. All materials are available online through LearnDash\, the Center for Appreciative Inquiry’s learning management system. To support your learning experience\, we have created a series of instructional videos designed to help you navigate LearnDash and maximize its features. The link to this playlist will be included in your registration confirmation email.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492716476{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]COURSE ACCESS\nGain immediate access to the Introduction to Appreciative Inquiry: Foundations and Applications course upon registration. Course access remains available for one (1) year from the date of registration. During this time\, participants are encouraged to log into LearnDash to download and save all materials\, activities\, and resources for future reference.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492805998{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION\nCertificates of Completion are available to all participants. To obtain a letter\, participants must complete the training and submit course feedback. Certificates of Completion include the participant’s name\, the name of the completed course\, and the number of training hours offered by the course. The Introduction to Appreciative Inquiry: Foundations and Applications self-directed course offers 55 training hours.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1742492829351{margin-top: -15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nHAVE QUESTIONS?\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1769204994713{margin-top: 0px !important;}” el_id=”have-questions”]Do you have questions\, need assistance with registration\, want to inquire about group rates\, or request a private training session for your team or organization? 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SUMMARY:Accelerated Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (vAIFT)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Course Schedule” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]This virtual Appreciative Inquiry training program is an intensive program spanning over the course of 4 days including synchronous and asynchronous portions as well as an orientation.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The SYNCHRONOUS portion (‘real time’ learning with your vAIFT trainers). The virtual AIFT program is an intensive\, accelerated program spanning over the course of 4-days. Below are the hours for live interaction and collaboration with your vAIFT trainers and cohorts: \n\n    ORIENTATION DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 MONDAYJune 3\, 2024 9:00am-11:00am PDT MONDAYJune 10\, 20249:00am-11:00am PDTand1:00pm-3:00pm PDT TUESDAYJune 11\, 20249:00am-11:00am PDTand1:00pm-3:00pm PDT WEDNESDAYJune 12\, 20249:00am-11:00am PDTand1:00pm-3:00pm PDT THURSDAYJune 13\, 2024 9:00am-11:00am PDTand1:00pm-3:00pm PDT \n\n\n*Please note: all times listed above are Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) \nThe ASYNCHRONOUS portion of your training begins: \n\nMonday\, June 10\, 2024 with introductory activities and runs throughout the 4 days of synchronous learning. You will receive login information to the Center for Appreciative Inquiry’s (CAI) online learning platform in a confirmation email after registering for the course.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”vAIFT Orientation:” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]To ensure that all participants are off to a strong start\, your vAIFT trainers will host a live orientation session via Zoom on Monday\, June 3rd at 9:00am Pacific Time. Orientation allows you to connect with your trainers\, engage with participants\, become familiar with LearnDash (our online learning platform)\, and ask questions about pre-workshop reading and activities prior to your first vAIFT session in Zoom on June 10\, 2024.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Virtual AIFT Program Overivew” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]This virtual Appreciative Inquiry training program is designed to be a blended learning experience. This means portions of the course will be delivered synchronously (in real-time through services like Zoom) and asynchronously (you read and participate in activities and exercises at a time/pace/place that works best for you to be ready for the synchronous session). The combination of synchronous and asynchronous work will equate to 26 training hours (same as our face-to-face AIFT program). Participants will need to complete the program in its entirety to be eligible to earn their AI Facilitator Certification\, this includes participating in all synchronous sessions. \nPlease note: the synchronous portions of the vAIFT are highly experiential and will not be recorded. The vAIFT Trainers will be utilizing breakout rooms to develop community and trust amongst participants\, conduct paired interviews\, and engage in small group discussions and reflections.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The Virtual Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (vAIFT)© Accelerated is a four-day online certification program (see specific\, detailed schedule below) that engages participants to learn about the foundations and principles of Appreciative Inquiry as well as provide the skills necessary to facilitate appreciative inquiry sessions in all human systems (large or small). This course teaches the basics of Appreciative Inquiry (e.g. principles\, 5-Ds\, supporting theory and research\, etc.) but delves deeper by providing experiential exercises that teach participants how to define the topic of inquiry\, practice positive framing\, work with core teams\, design and field test an interview protocol\, and more… \nThis Appreciative Inquiry foundations course includes mini-lectures\, and experiential learning (individual\, pairs\, trios\, small group\, and large group) as well as auditory and visual materials to enhance the learning experience.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Training is designed for:” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Leaders in businesses and corporations\, community development\, educational organizations\, governmental organizations\, and nonprofit organizations–in short\, anyone who wants to learn how to facilitate Appreciative Inquiry.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”vAIFT Training Segments:” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]AIFT is divided into 4 ‘segments’. Each segment consists of modules containing exercises\, readings\, and discussions. \nSEGMENT I – EXPERIENCING APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY \nLearn basic processes and experience AI by participating in a facilitated Appreciative Inquiry led by the Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training Trainers \nSEGMENT II – UNDERSTANDING THE POWER OF APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY \nActively learn about the concepts\, principles\, theories and research. \nSEGMENT III – PLANNING AND DESIGNING AN APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY SESSION \nPlan and practice how you will begin helping your organization\, group\, or community build upon their strengths. \nSEGMENT IV – PRACTICING APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY APPLICATIONS \n\nPractice exercises you can take home to use Appreciative Inquiry in your personal and professional life.\nPractice choosing the best language\, words for facilitating Appreciative Inquiry within a particular culture.\nBegin developing your plan to become a certified Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator by completing a Practicum/Supervised Experience.\n\nWe will start our synchronous sessions on time and work diligently to maintain the vAIFT schedule\, honoring our commitment to the learning experience. We have found full participation to be the most productive for the participants and the trainers.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Key Learning Outcomes” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]As a fully engaged participant in the Virtual Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training (vAIFT©)\, you will leave the workshop better able to: \n\nCreate/enhance your personal way of being and doing in order to use an appreciative approach; focus on what’s right in your world\, so that you can deeply inquire into what’s right and why\, and then find ways of intentionally creating more of what’s right in your world.\nFacilitate individuals\, groups\, organizations\, and communities to create collective ways of being and doing using an appreciative approach; that will help them focus on what’s right so that they can deeply inquire into what’s right and why\, and then find ways of intentionally working with them to both create more of what’s right and envision innovation and new ways of being and doing.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Letter of Completion” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]To obtain a letter of completion (and to be eligible for consideration for AI Facilitator Certification) each participant must complete 26 training hours. Letters of completion include your name\, date of your training\, and number of classroom hours earned.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Certification” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Each of our certification courses require a written practicum (‘narrative’) of your work. The learning management system will be accessible to you to review materials for a full year after the vAIFT. The purpose of your practicum is to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the principles of Appreciative Inquiry\, its various applications\, what you learned\, etc. Participants will submit their practicum for review by our Practicum Review Committee which consists of 2-4 seasoned Ai practitioners. It is standard practice for the panel to engage participants in a conversation (conducted virtually) about their practicum. Typically\, they will respond with questions to deepen their and the participant’s mutual understanding of\, and learning about\, AI. The practicum review is therefore a dialogical and interactive process. \nParticipants have up to one year from the date of their training to submit their practicum for review. During this time\, your trainers make themselves available to you for mentoring and support (at no additional cost) as you work through your first inquiry. Your mentoring/support can be done via telephone\, skype\, zoom\, etc. You and your trainers can arrange a time and platform in which to conduct these sessions. Learn more about our Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Certification requirements here. \nOnce certified\, your Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Certification lasts for 2 years. AI Certification with the Center for Appreciative Inquiry includes: \n\nAppreciative Inquiry Certification document that will be emailed to you for your records;\nCenter for Appreciative Inquiry Certification logo that you are welcome to embed on your website or include in your email signature;\nListing on our Appreciative Inquiry Directory. Your Ai Directory listing is an editable profile page that includes your photo and professional biography that highlights your specialties\, articles\, videos and testimonials. Directory profiles are easy to create and update and will make you locatable by our worldwide audience. All Directory profiles will remain visible on our website for the duration of your certification. Our Appreciative Inquiry certification is good for 2 years; after which you may renew your Ai certification. You can learn more about the benefits of our AI Directory here.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Additional Training Information” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_custom_heading text=”Online Learning Platform” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Participants will receive login information to the Center for Appreciative Inquiry’s (CAI) online learning platform closer to the training date. We will open the online platform to participants prior to the start of the training. This allows participants time to navigate the software and become acquainted with the various features and tools it offers\, introduce themselves to their trainers and other vAIFT participants\, and access all pre-workshop reading and materials.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Refund Policy” font_container=”tag:h5|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]All fees are due upon registration for this Appreciative Inquiry training program.  Your full participation is very important to us and we know that from time to time\, your plans to attend one of our workshops or programs may change.  Our refund policy reflects our interest in your continued growth and learning journey as well as our planning needs and expenses incurred based on your enrollment. 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URL:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/event/accelerated-appreciative-inquiry-facilitator-training-vaift-june-2024/
CATEGORIES:Appreciative Inquiry Facilitator Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Becker":MAILTO:Kathy@CenterforAppreciativeInquiry.net
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SUMMARY:Activating Citizen-Driven Communities with Appreciative Inquiry
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSUPPORT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WITH APPRECIATIVE INQUIRY\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697219820206{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is a highly effective change model that supports community development efforts by inviting community members to engage in meaningful discussions that identify strengths\, create shared visions\, develop strategies\, and inspire action for change.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697237246521{margin-top: -20px !important;}”]AI’s inclusive design builds collective capacity by pooling the community’s knowledge\, experience\, and strengths in generating new opportunities. Through the art of positive inquiry\, community members come together in a collaborative search for strengths\, passions\, values\, and actions which facilitates citizen-driven actions and change. Drawing on these strengths\, AI empowers communities and its citizens to chart a path to turn their vision into reality.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1697243250799{margin-top: -15px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/6″][vc_icon icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-quote-left” color=”custom” size=”xl” align=”right” custom_color=”#4c7539″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”5/6″][vc_column_text]“The interactive activities and thought-provoking discussions encourage participants to think critically and apply concepts in practical scenarios. Her success in achieving valuable insights from participants is undoubtedly attributed to her approach\, passion\, and knowledge.” – Anna Pijaca (Research and Engagement Manager | City Experience and Engagement\, Local Council).[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697243260472{margin-top: 20px !important;}”]Learn how Appreciative Inquiry can renew energy and hope and inspire action in communities you belong to\, work with\, and serve.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697062784512{margin-top: -10px !important;}”] \nLEARNING OUTCOMES:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697062207486{margin-top: -25px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]After completing Activating Citizen-Driven Communities with Appreciative Inquiry\, you will be better able to:[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697062006223{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nUnderstand how Appreciative Inquiry (AI) and strengths/asset-based approaches can be applied to community development work.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066958063{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nConfidently question and challenge deficit-based community development practice and introduce strengths-based\, Appreciative Inquiry approaches to foster citizen driven communities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697062355848{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIdentify and appreciate assets and strengths and elicit positive stories to discover what strong in our communities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697062345217{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nFormulate and ask powerful\, positive\, and generative questions.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697062138786{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIntentionally seek new ways of understanding\, defining\, labelling\, and interacting with people and groups we work with.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066973901{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nApply AI tools and practices for community conversations\, engagement\, and planning.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nPositively impact their organization by introducing concepts and practices that enhance the capacity of staff to work more effectively with communities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697478128880{margin-top: 20px !important;}”] \nEVENT DATES AND TIMES:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1707522066889{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]\n     SESSION 1 SESSION 2 SESSION 3 SESSION 4 Western Hemisphere Monday June 17\, 2024 5:30pm-8:00pm PDT 8:30pm-11:00pm EDT Monday June 24\, 2024 5:30pm-8:00pm PDT 8:30pm-11:00pm EDT Monday July 1\, 2024 5:30pm-8:00pm PDT 8:30pm-11:00pm EDT Monday July 8\, 2024 5:30pm-8:00pm PDT 8:30pm-11:00pm EDT Eastern Hemisphere Tuesday June 18\, 2024 8:30am-11:00am HKT 10:30am-1:00pm AEST Tuesday June 25\, 2024 8:30am-11:00am HKT 10:30am-1:00pm AEST Tuesday July 2\, 2024 8:30am-11:00am HKT 10:30am-1:00pm AEST Tuesday July 9\, 2024 8:30am-11:00am HKT 10:30am-1:00pm AEST \n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697062819341{margin-top: 20px !important;}”] \nTRAINING SESSIONS:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697498387296{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]This course consists of four (4) virtual sessions that will provide key insights\, learnings\, and tools that you can apply in your community development work. Click the title of each session below to display the topics that will be covered during that session.[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion section_title_tag=”h6″ style=”flat” color=”peacoc” gap=”5″ c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”7″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true” css=”.vc_custom_1697067970523{margin-top: -15px !important;}”][vc_tta_section title=”SESSION 1: Embracing an Appreciative Approach to Community Development” tab_id=”1697067625042-111f3489-80f1″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697067727905{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]TOPICS COVERED DURING THIS SESSION:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697063239528{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nAn Appreciative approach to community development.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697063472765{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nThe Paradigm Shift: Traditional/Deficit approach Vs. Appreciative/Asset Based Community Development approach.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697063503219{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nAI principles – Guiding our work with communities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697063560731{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nHow we see our Communities (Psychological theories -The Pygmalion Effect\, Heliotropic Effect in the Context of Working with Marginalised/Disenfranchised/Disadvantaged communities).\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”SESSION 2: Words Create Communities – How Our Words & Thoughts Shape Our Communities” tab_id=”1697067625075-2517837a-9e3f”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697067785421{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]TOPICS COVERED DURING THIS SESSION:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066147173{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nFlip the Script: Reframing Problems to Create Possibilities/Opportunities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066178862{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nWords Create Communities – the Power of Language & Words in creating Thriving Communities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066207693{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nShifting Perceptions:\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066372110{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\n\n\nChallenging Negative/Derogatory labels.\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066385166{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\n\n\nCultivating Stories and Successes.\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”SESSION 3: Igniting ‘Sparks’ & Activating Assets” tab_id=”1697067805592-8b986cfe-806e”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697067785421{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]TOPICS COVERED DURING THIS SESSION:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066564620{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nDiscovering Strengths & Assets: Igniting Sparks in People & Communities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066601651{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nAppreciative Inquiry Questions & Conversations: formulating and articulating generative and positive questions.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066653513{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nSoliciting Positive Stories and Finding Out What Works.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”SESSION 4: Tools for Community Conversations & Change” tab_id=”1697067902310-422bb953-ac16″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697067785421{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]TOPICS COVERED DURING THIS SESSION:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066710495{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCommunity Consultations and Conversations: Applying an Appreciative Inquiry approach for Citizen-Centered outcomes.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066809322{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nAI 5D cycle for implementing community actions\, plans\, and change.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066751833{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nOpen Space Technology: highly participatory\, inclusive\, and collaborative method for large group/community meetings.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697066841872{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCommitment Wall.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697067984407{margin-top: 25px !important;}”] \nDESIGNED FOR:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697062301598{margin-top: -25px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]This course is ideal for:[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697067505057{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nCommunity development\, engagement\, and consultation workers and practitioners.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697067453003{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nIndividuals that work with specific community groups (e.g.\, youth\, family support\, seniors).\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697067525876{margin-top: 0px !important;}”] \n\nStudents and graduates interested in working in community.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697067581987{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \n\nEntrepreneurs and organizations interested in their social impact\, creating a community footprint\, and supporting their communities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \n\nAnyone who volunteers\, works with\, or serves the community in some capacity to improve the development and capacity of communities.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697240200020{margin-top: 25px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nPROGRAM OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_column_text css=””][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1697476338752{margin-top: 15px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”] \nWANT TO TRAIN A TEAM OR GROUP?\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This course can be delivered for groups and organizations who wish to train a large number of individuals who wish to support their community development efforts with appreciative inquiry. Please complete the CONTACT US form to receive more information about hosting a private course for your group.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”custom” el_width=”60″ accent_color=”#4c7539″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”SEE PAYMENT OPTIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fappreciative-inquiry-offering%2Fpayment-plan-program%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”VIEW REFUND POLICY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Frefund-policy%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”VIEW PRIVACY POLICY” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fprivacy-policy%2F|title:Privacy%20Policy|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_btn title=”SEE TERMS & CONDITIONS” style=”custom” custom_background=”#4c7539″ custom_text=”#ffffff” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fcenterforappreciativeinquiry.net%2Fterms-conditions%2F|title:Privacy%20Policy|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://centerforappreciativeinquiry.net/event/appreciative-inquiry-community-development-june-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Becker":MAILTO:Kathy@CenterforAppreciativeInquiry.net
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