This one-day training session is designed specifically for young and emerging leaders who aim to develop their facilitation skills for working effectively with peers and groups. The course focuses on empowering participants to create inclusive and engaging sessions that amplify youth voice.
Key Features of the Training:
- Developing Core Facilitation Skills: Participants will be introduced to key facilitation techniques, including fostering open dialogue, managing group interactions, and encouraging inclusive participation.
- Adapting to Multiple Intelligences: Drawing from Howard Gardner’s model of multiple intelligences, the training will explore how to tailor facilitation approaches to engage individuals across various intelligences.
- Linguistic Intelligence: Techniques for facilitating through discussion, storytelling, and verbal interaction.
- Logical-Mathematical Intelligence: Structuring activities that involve problem-solving, analysis, and logical thinking.
- Spatial Intelligence: Using visual aids, drawing, and mapping exercises to engage participants who learn best visually.
- Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence: Incorporating movement-based and hands-on activities to connect with those who learn through physical interaction.
- Musical Intelligence: Integrating rhythm, sound, or music into sessions to enhance engagement and memory.
- Interpersonal Intelligence: Strategies to foster group work, collaboration, and peer learning.
- Intrapersonal Intelligence: Encouraging self-reflection and personal insight as part of the facilitation process.
- Naturalist Intelligence: Utilising elements from the natural world or themed activities to engage those who connect with nature.
- Practical Techniques for Engagement: Participants will learn to employ a variety of approaches to cater to diverse learning styles and keep groups motivated and involved.
- Building Facilitation Confidence: Through interactive exercises, role-playing, and feedback sessions, young leaders will practice and refine their skills in a safe and supportive environment.
- Promoting Youth Voice: The course will guide participants on how to create an open, safe space that invites genuine contributions and values every individual’s perspective.
Who Will Benefit from the Training:
- Young and Emerging Leaders: Individuals seeking to enhance their ability to facilitate workshops, discussions, or creative sessions that engage peers and encourage youth voice.
- Youth Workers and Community Leaders: Professionals who want to strengthen their ability to support young people and promote active participation.
By the end of this training, participants will leave with a strong foundation in facilitation skills, practical tools for engaging diverse groups, and the confidence to lead with inclusivity, ensuring that youth voice is at the forefront of their work.
Course Cost: £125 per person
When: Thursday 20th March, 10.00am-4.00pm – Online via Zoom
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