Facilitative Leadership is a three-day workshop for both new and experienced leaders, managers, facilitators and graduate students who would like to develop or improve their facilitation skills. The workshop, originally developed by Michigan State University Extension, provides hands-on learning experience through fast-paced interactive tool-building activities and practical application in small groups. It is designed to build and strengthen the skills and personal confidence necessary to lead and facilitate productive meetings.

During this retreat-style workshop, participants will practice leadership strategies using the tools, techniques and verbal skills necessary to lead group discussions, reach consensus, set outcome-based goals and use recording tools. Process tools for brainstorming, analyzing ideas, decision-making, and planning will be shared. Each participant will plan and lead a 45-minute, small group facilitation and receive broad suggestions for improvement from workshop instructors and colleagues.

Testimonials

Attendees of Michigan State University Extension’s Facilitative Leadership report that the workshop has been incredibly effective in improving their leadership skills:

• “This was truly one of, if not THE best, professional development opportunities I have participated in.”
• “The way this training was presented was incredible…the format was perfectly balanced. I heard many positive things about it prior, but didn’t believe the hype. I am so impressed! I’m amazed by the things I learned in this short time!”
• “I have learned style techniques that will be ‘life changing’ in my facilitating … I will USE what I’ve learned in my programs, meetings, and everyday life!”

To learn more about Facilitative Leadership, contact:

Tamara Ogle

Community Development Regional Educator

togle@purdue.edu
317-523-8804

Kym Schwinkendorf

Administrative Coordinator for Community Development

kschwink@purdue.edu
219-386-5232