Public Facilitation Essentials – IN-PERSON Training

This three-day course introducing the basics of facilitation in the public arena is built on best practices from both the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) and the International Association of Facilitators (IAF).

This is an IN-PERSON training. | Class Size Limits: Min/Max: 9 to 12

Building on best practices from both the International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) and the International Association of Facilitators (IAF), this three day course introduces the essentials of facilitation in the public arena. Participants learn how to design and conduct successful facilitated public involvement events.

Designed as a small, intensive, interactive learning opportunity, this course allows participants three opportunities to practice their skills in a safe learning environment with lots of constructive feedback. Participants leave with an extensive manual and other tips and tools for becoming more comfortable with facilitating different types of meeting processes and techniques.

I absolutely LOVED it. I got so much out of this Thank you so much!

Wendy Green Lowe lives the skills she teaches, which provides students a model to emulate. She sets the bar high, for herself and her students, challenging me not just to learn but to exceed on my own expectations.

– Facilitation for P2 Practitioners Testimonial

Who Should Attend?

  • Public participation specialists wanting to learn how to facilitate the
    events they plan
  • Facilitators who are interested in expanding their practice to include public involvement meetings
  • Facilitators seeking an opportunity to practice in a safe, supportive space

Course Outline

  • What is Facilitation
  • Basic Facilitation Skills
  • Anatomy of a Meeting
  • Session Planning
  • Recording and Meeting Documentation
  • Basic Facilitation Methods
  • Facilitating Challenging Situations
  • Emotion and Conflict
  • Facilitator Excellence
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Your Trainer

Wendy Green Lowe
Wendy is a Certified Professional Facilitator with over 30 years of experience in group process facilitation and public participation support. Wendy specializes in managing collaborative processes involving diverse perspectives to achieve consensus outcomes. She approaches each facilitation effort with sensitivity to the project's and her clients' specific needs. Wendy lives in Loveland, Colorado.

Please contact Wendy Lowe (208)520-5338 or lowe@theparticipationcompany.com if interested in an in-house training requiring a minimum of 9 participants.

What to Expect:  This is an IN-PERSON training. We will have working lunches each day – meals are included. After you have registered, you will receive details specific to the training location via email four (3) weeks prior to the training dates. If you need assistance with registration or payment, please contact Melissa: (720)237-9175 or melissa@theparticipationcompany.com.

 

UPCOMING COURSE EVENTS:

OCTOBER 14-16, 2025 Salt Lake City, UT

Early Bird Discount Deadline SEPTEMBER 14, 2025

Last Date to Register SEPTEMBER 21, 2025    Flyer

Register Now: https://form.jotform.com/250593085555160

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NOVEMBER 4-6, 2025 Lakewood, CO

Early Bird Discount Deadline OCTOBER 6, 2025

Last Date to Register OCTOBER 13, 2025   Flyer

Register Now: https://form.jotform.com/251804842435154

For complete details please view our Policies.

If you have questions about course, please contact Wendy Lowe: (208)520-5338 or lowe@theparticipationcompany.com.

Contact us if you are interested in scheduling these courses.