
Facilitation Academy
UR Action's Facilitation Academy prepares community members to facilitate UR Action workshops on constructive dialogue and joint problem-solving.
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Upcoming Cohorts:​
Summer 2025
Components of the Academy
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Learning UR Action's ABCs of Constructive Dialogue and the Seven Elements of Joint Problem-Solving
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Participating in and/or observing a UR Action workshop
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Completing the Train-the-Trainer program, which involves practicing teaching the content, and receiving coaching and feedback
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Co-facilitating a workshop with a more seasoned UR Action facilitator.


Profile of an Academy Participant
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Commitment to UR Action’s mission
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Willingness to develop deep familiarity with the ABCs for Constructive Dialogue
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Strong interpersonal skills, including demonstrated ability to actively listen, present ideas clearly, summarize concepts, capture others’ views in writing, and/or engage in back-and-forth conversation that illuminates shared and differing viewpoints
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Comfort engaging in large-group discussions, including on sensitive topics
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The ability to manage process vs. substance, and distinguish between their own perspectives and those in the room
If you are interested in joining the Academy, please complete this form.