FBS Dialogues
FBS Dialogues is a partnership between our organization and the ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Dialogues Program aimed at advancing equity, learning, and action through the practice of dialogue.
FBS Dialogues offers specialized dialogue facilitation training for staff at all levels of the organization, engages dialogue as a practice for identifying action centered on inclusion and equity, and integrates dialogic strategies and approaches for collectively advancing a more intersectionally equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace for everyone.Ìý
Dialogue Facilitator Training
FBS Dialogues Facilitator Training program:
Interpersonal dialogue skills support so many aspects of our work in FBS, and advancing intersectional equity is imperative if we are truly to become a more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Those selected to participate in the training program will gain the confidence and ability to create inclusive spaces for meaningful conversations, navigate difficult and often uncomfortable topics, and promote understanding and collaboration.Ìý Ìý
Commitments:
- Complete seven (7) two-hour virtual training sessions
- Support facilitation of Dialogue events for FBS staff
- Read and reflect on provided articles and other materials
- Center inclusion, equity and diversity in the practice of dialogue
If you’re curious about developing skills in facilitating dialogues, please contact fbs@colorado.edu.
Equity Plan Assessment and Support (EPAS) team
Members of the EPAS team work together and on small, 3-4 person subgroups to assist FBS units in implementing our People-Centered Equity Plan and assessing outcomes. Using a dialogic approach, the EPAS team will:ÌýÌý
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Function as a unifying and coordinating support system across FBS, bringing awareness and alignment to FBS units and FBS Leadership via two-way feedback loops.
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Meet monthly as a whole team and expect to meet regularly with FBS Units and FBS Leadership (exact cadence TBD) with a one-year minimum commitment.
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Include participation in EPAS as a leadership and/or inclusive excellence goal in performance plans.Ìý