Participative leadership training (Deep Democracy) Who is it forThis 1.5 day training course is for University of Edinburgh research and academic staff to increase research leaders' (in this method, defined as anyone who works alongside others to create impact - it does not refer to hierarchy necessarily) capacity to work within complex social systems by helping them understand relationship and group dynamics, by offering practical tools for working with differences in a group and making effective decisions, and by increasing their conflict literacy to lean into difficult conversations skillfully.What to expectThis course is aimed to provide the theoretical background and experiential learning opportunities to begin using the tools and culture of Deep Democracy in day-to-day work and personal environments. Many facilitation or leadership training offer great ways of engaging groups and techniques for challenging conversations, but do not incorporate how to deal meaningfully with the unsaid dynamics, inherent differences and tensions that affect them. This course specifically shows people how to surface undercurrent views, include all voices, and build the inner skills needed to achieve breakthroughs in seemingly impossible-to-solve issues.During the training, we cover theory and tools, but we spend a large amount of time in active practice. Rather than working through pre-set scenarios or case studies, participants bring live topics, real tensions, and current decisions into the room. The method is then practised on what is live and relevant in the group. This means people leave with direct experience of using the tools, not just an understanding of them.You will learn:Understanding Group DynamicsCollaborative Decision MakingResolving Conflict and TensionDeveloping inner skills EligibilityYou must be able to attend both days on campus to be eligible for booking. Dates are 26 April, 09:30-16:30, and 27 April, 09:30-12:30, 2027, in a central campus location. This session is facilitated by Francesca Pagni Book a place (UoE staff only) Tags Principal Investigators Research Staff Apr 26 2027 09.30 - Apr 27 2027 12.30 Participative leadership training (Deep Democracy) 1.5 day training course for University of Edinburgh research and academic staff to enhance their capacity to work within complex social systems by helping them understand relationship and group dynamics, by offering practical tools for working with differences in a group and making effective decisions, and by increasing their conflict literacy to lean into difficult conversations skillfully. On Campus (central) This article was published on Tuesday 9 June 2026
Participative leadership training (Deep Democracy) Who is it forThis 1.5 day training course is for University of Edinburgh research and academic staff to increase research leaders' (in this method, defined as anyone who works alongside others to create impact - it does not refer to hierarchy necessarily) capacity to work within complex social systems by helping them understand relationship and group dynamics, by offering practical tools for working with differences in a group and making effective decisions, and by increasing their conflict literacy to lean into difficult conversations skillfully.What to expectThis course is aimed to provide the theoretical background and experiential learning opportunities to begin using the tools and culture of Deep Democracy in day-to-day work and personal environments. Many facilitation or leadership training offer great ways of engaging groups and techniques for challenging conversations, but do not incorporate how to deal meaningfully with the unsaid dynamics, inherent differences and tensions that affect them. This course specifically shows people how to surface undercurrent views, include all voices, and build the inner skills needed to achieve breakthroughs in seemingly impossible-to-solve issues.During the training, we cover theory and tools, but we spend a large amount of time in active practice. Rather than working through pre-set scenarios or case studies, participants bring live topics, real tensions, and current decisions into the room. The method is then practised on what is live and relevant in the group. This means people leave with direct experience of using the tools, not just an understanding of them.You will learn:Understanding Group DynamicsCollaborative Decision MakingResolving Conflict and TensionDeveloping inner skills EligibilityYou must be able to attend both days on campus to be eligible for booking. Dates are 26 April, 09:30-16:30, and 27 April, 09:30-12:30, 2027, in a central campus location. This session is facilitated by Francesca Pagni Book a place (UoE staff only) Tags Principal Investigators Research Staff Apr 26 2027 09.30 - Apr 27 2027 12.30 Participative leadership training (Deep Democracy) 1.5 day training course for University of Edinburgh research and academic staff to enhance their capacity to work within complex social systems by helping them understand relationship and group dynamics, by offering practical tools for working with differences in a group and making effective decisions, and by increasing their conflict literacy to lean into difficult conversations skillfully. On Campus (central) This article was published on Tuesday 9 June 2026
Apr 26 2027 09.30 - Apr 27 2027 12.30 Participative leadership training (Deep Democracy) 1.5 day training course for University of Edinburgh research and academic staff to enhance their capacity to work within complex social systems by helping them understand relationship and group dynamics, by offering practical tools for working with differences in a group and making effective decisions, and by increasing their conflict literacy to lean into difficult conversations skillfully.
