Whether you are engaging with neighbours, friends, organizations or community groups, conversations about climate change can sometimes lead to tension, disagreement or conflict that makes collaboration difficult. This two-part workshop series is designed to help participants better understand conflict, strengthen communication and build practical skills for transforming conflict into opportunities for constructive dialogue and positive change.
Event details:
Where: George Dixon Community Centre – Multipurpose Room (2501 Gottingen Street/2502 Brunswick Street)
When: Tuesday, June 23 (part 1) and Tuesday, June 30 (part 2); both 6-9 p.m. (see Note below)
Part 1: Understanding Conflict
This three-hour workshop will help participants explore their own responses to conflict while introducing practical tools for analyzing what is happening beneath the surface of disagreements. Participants will gain insight into the dynamics of conflict and learn how to identify more constructive ways to respond.
Part 2: Practicing Skills for Addressing Conflict
Building on the first session, this workshop focuses on developing and practicing conflict transformation skills in real-life contexts. Through interactive activities and reflection, participants will strengthen their ability to navigate difficult conversations and foster more collaborative relationships within their communities and organizations.
Workshop Outcomes
Participants will:
- Better understand their own responses, strengths and challenges when dealing with conflict
- Build confidence in responding to and engaging with conflict constructively
- Learn and practice practical conflict transformation and communication skills
- Strengthen their ability to support dialogue and collaboration around climate-related challenges
Note: These paired workshops are meant to be taken together, meaning that participants should be able to attend both workshops. Please only sign up if you are able to make both sessions.