Date/Time
Date(s) - May 22, 2025
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location
Waterbury Public Library
Fee: Early-Bird (through 3/28): $115 / Regular: $135 (CGVT members save 10%)
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Calling all nonprofit and public professionals, consultants, and community organizers!
Are you looking to improve your skills in fostering learning, communication, or community engagement? This in-person training is designed to help you master the foundational practices of adult learning and facilitation. Whether you are a nonprofit professional, independent consultant, or community builder, this workshop will enhance your ability to lead, train, and collaborate effectively.
What You’ll Learn:
- Key principles of adult learning and how they impact training and facilitation
- Practical techniques for leading engaging, interactive training sessions
- How to create a safe and inclusive environment that encourages participation
- Tips for adapting your approach based on your audience’s needs and learning styles
- Tools to manage group dynamics and facilitate productive conversations
Who Should Attend:
- Employees of nonprofits or public entities, including those who provide training, are in a leadership role, conduct community outreach or engagement, or facilitate group dialogue
- Community/grassroots organizers
- Independent consultants and trainers working with nonprofits
- Individuals interested in expanding their skills in training and facilitation for nonprofits
This interactive day of learning will equip you with essential skills to enhance your work in training and facilitating within the nonprofit and public sectors. Whether you’re looking to improve your current practice or transition into training and facilitation roles, this training is designed for you!
Register by 3/28 and get the Early Bird Discount!
Common Good Vermont Members: Get 10% off ticket price – apply the member discount code at checkout (see your member benefit page for code)
The Trainer:
Andy Robinson has worked with a variety of nonprofits as a fundraiser, facilitator, trainer, and community organizer. Since starting his consulting practice in 1995, he has provided support and training to thousands of nonprofit staff and volunteer leaders. His train-the-trainer classes are based on decades of experience supporting nonprofits and research which he shares in this session. He specializes in the needs of organizations working for human rights, social justice, artistic expression, environmental conservation, and community development and has written several books. He lives in Plainfield, Vermont with his spouse Jan, a woodlot filled with wildlife, and a garden that is completely out of control.