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Bridging the Divide: Constructive Communication in Difficult Times

Keystone United Church of Christ
Seattle, WA

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This workshop offers a model for building trust and engaging in difficult conversations in these polarized times, using a framework of self-knowledge, purposeful listening, common courtesy and good faith.

-You will learn to confidently engage conflict and have constructive conversations with family, friends and colleagues.

-You will learn specific techniques to assess, initiate and hold difficult conversations.

-You will gain insights into your own reactions to conflict and learn communication skills to better understand and respond to challenging situations

Nora Ludviksen and Jim Levy, both facilitative mediators and conflict engagement specialists, will teach and demonstrate ways to engage with others in a constructive way, to build confidence, and to manage emotions as we attempt to bridge the divide.

The workshop is designed as a 3-part curriculum with assignments between sessions to build skills, complexity and confidence. Each session builds upon the previous ones, so we strongly recommend signing up for the series.

Wednesday Evening 3-Part Series May 3, May 17 & May 24
5:30 pm: Doors ------ 5:45: Potluck Supper ------ 6:30-8:30 pm: Workshop
$15/evening or $40/series.
You are welcome to come to one or two evenings if you can't attend the full series.
Limited financial assistance available through Keystone UCC, so pay what you can. Students free.
Childcare 6:30-8:30 pm with registration by May 1.
Workshop series will be held at Keystone United Church of Christ
5019 Keystone Pl. N 98103

Register at Brown Paper Tickets or by phone and pay with check or cash at door.
For more information: Keystone UCC 206-632-6021
lauren.cannon@keystoneseattle.org