Group Facilitation: A Research and Applications Journal is a multi-disciplinary publication focused on the art and science of group facilitation published by the International Association of Facilitators (http://www.iaf-world.org). The aim of the journal is to advance our knowledge of group facilitation and its implications for individuals, groups, organizations, and communities.
Group Facilitation features articles from diverse perspectives, including organizational learning and development, group and system dynamics, collaborative technology, negotiation, mediation, leadership, decision-making, conflict resolution, cross-cultural contexts, and education. Possible topics include, but are not limited to, facilitator roles within the group, interventions for conflict management, descriptions of specific facilitation methods, approaches to facilitating specific tasks such as idea generation or priority setting, using computer technology to support facilitation, increasing participation in organizations, exploring the underlying values, beliefs and models of facilitation, and applying facilitation skills and concepts to various settings.
The journal, while practitioner focused, is academically robust. A variety of methods are appropriate, such as case studies, ethnographic studies, and survey or laboratory research. Book reviews are featured regularly. The primary consideration for publication is the ability of the article to inform the practitioner and stimulate the researcher.
In publication since 1999, we invite you to look over our previous issues:
http://iaf-world.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=3498
Information for authors:
http://www.albany.edu/cpr/gf/gfj/
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
29th Singapore Facilitators' Forum - Appreciative Inquiry Perspectives
Date: 16 May 09, Saturday
Time: 8:30am – 1:00pm
Place: Focus Conference Room, #15-08, Sim Lim TOWERS, 10 Jalan Besar, Singapore 208787 (This is NOT Sim Lim Square!)
For directions, please checkout the map of the venue: http://sg.pagenation.com/sin/Sim%20Lim%20Tower_103.8545_1.3037.map
Rates
(Normal registration ends 1 week before forum date)
Full-time tertiary students S$5.00
Others : S$10
Rates
(After Registration Deadline)
Full-time tertiary students : S$15
Others : S$15
Fee is payable at the door.
Once registered, the forum fee would be payable regardless of actual attendance due to our venue booking & catering commitment.
Cancellation or withdrawal is not permitted. We welcome replacement.
Agenda
8:30 am - Arrivals & Registration
9:00 am - Appreciative Inquiry Perspective Part I
10:30 am - Tea Break & Networking
11:00 am - Appreciative Inquiry Perspective Part II
12:30 pm - Special Announcements
12:40 pm - Closing Circle
1:00pm - End of Session
About the Session
Appreciative Inquiry is based on using a positive frame to view the past, present and look forward to the future. Originally conceived by Cooperrider and Srivasta, the approach uses one-to-one interviews as the basis of intervening and assisting groups in their change process. In this modification, the principles of AI are used to assist in a review of life and/ or work - using a team approach. It has been found that discussing issues in teams or table groups brings a different dynamism to the process.
Participants will be invited to experience the process and provide feedback on how this approach may be useful to them in their work with groups and organizations.
Participants Will Learn
The used of Appreciative Inquiry in a review process – looking at success, challenges and hopes for the future
The Facilitator
Patricia Rita Nunis has close to 30 years of experience in community work, and training and education. With a background in Sociology and Organisational Development. Patricia has over 10 years in community / rehabilitation services with the MRCS-UNHCR and Pusat Kebajikan Good Shepherd, a non-governmental agency working with girls and women.
Her corporate experience has been in banking and private healthcare where she led the Training & Development function for over 8 years. In the past 8 years, Patricia has built up a training and consultancy practice that focuses on developing positive life perspectives, work ethic and leadership capabilities in individuals and teams. Patricia believes developing individuals who are empowered to authentically practice their beliefs, principles and values will lead to strong organisations and communities.
Patricia is also a Certified NLP Practitioner and Life Coach and a Certified Professional Facilitator (International Association of Facilitators).
Register at http://www.fns.sg
If you are unable to register on-line (for genuine cases of technical challenges encountered at website) or you got any enquires, please email our Forum Administrator - Ms. Emily Ng at emilyng_fns@yahoo.com.sg for assistance.
Time: 8:30am – 1:00pm
Place: Focus Conference Room, #15-08, Sim Lim TOWERS, 10 Jalan Besar, Singapore 208787 (This is NOT Sim Lim Square!)
For directions, please checkout the map of the venue: http://sg.pagenation.com/sin/Sim%20Lim%20Tower_103.8545_1.3037.map
Rates
(Normal registration ends 1 week before forum date)
Full-time tertiary students S$5.00
Others : S$10
Rates
(After Registration Deadline)
Full-time tertiary students : S$15
Others : S$15
Fee is payable at the door.
Once registered, the forum fee would be payable regardless of actual attendance due to our venue booking & catering commitment.
Cancellation or withdrawal is not permitted. We welcome replacement.
Agenda
8:30 am - Arrivals & Registration
9:00 am - Appreciative Inquiry Perspective Part I
10:30 am - Tea Break & Networking
11:00 am - Appreciative Inquiry Perspective Part II
12:30 pm - Special Announcements
12:40 pm - Closing Circle
1:00pm - End of Session
About the Session
Appreciative Inquiry is based on using a positive frame to view the past, present and look forward to the future. Originally conceived by Cooperrider and Srivasta, the approach uses one-to-one interviews as the basis of intervening and assisting groups in their change process. In this modification, the principles of AI are used to assist in a review of life and/ or work - using a team approach. It has been found that discussing issues in teams or table groups brings a different dynamism to the process.
Participants will be invited to experience the process and provide feedback on how this approach may be useful to them in their work with groups and organizations.
Participants Will Learn
The used of Appreciative Inquiry in a review process – looking at success, challenges and hopes for the future
The Facilitator
Patricia Rita Nunis has close to 30 years of experience in community work, and training and education. With a background in Sociology and Organisational Development. Patricia has over 10 years in community / rehabilitation services with the MRCS-UNHCR and Pusat Kebajikan Good Shepherd, a non-governmental agency working with girls and women.
Her corporate experience has been in banking and private healthcare where she led the Training & Development function for over 8 years. In the past 8 years, Patricia has built up a training and consultancy practice that focuses on developing positive life perspectives, work ethic and leadership capabilities in individuals and teams. Patricia believes developing individuals who are empowered to authentically practice their beliefs, principles and values will lead to strong organisations and communities.
Patricia is also a Certified NLP Practitioner and Life Coach and a Certified Professional Facilitator (International Association of Facilitators).
Register at http://www.fns.sg
If you are unable to register on-line (for genuine cases of technical challenges encountered at website) or you got any enquires, please email our Forum Administrator - Ms. Emily Ng at emilyng_fns@yahoo.com.sg for assistance.
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Forecast of Network Gathering
Here is a preview of the forthcoming forums:
16/05/09 29th FNS Forum : Appreciative Inquiry Perspective Facilitator : Pat Nunis, CPF
11/07/09 30th FNS Forum : Facilitative Parenting Facilitator : Melody
12/09/09 31st FNS Forum : Complements to Facilitation :Group Coaching Skills Facilitator : Denise Wright
21/11/09 32nd FNS Forum : DISC and Facilitation Facilitator : Che Yanez
Look Forward to see you all there soon!!!
16/05/09 29th FNS Forum : Appreciative Inquiry Perspective Facilitator : Pat Nunis, CPF
11/07/09 30th FNS Forum : Facilitative Parenting Facilitator : Melody
12/09/09 31st FNS Forum : Complements to Facilitation :Group Coaching Skills Facilitator : Denise Wright
21/11/09 32nd FNS Forum : DISC and Facilitation Facilitator : Che Yanez
Look Forward to see you all there soon!!!
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