Facilitating a conversation on a difficult topic can be uncomfortable. Get the skills, resources, and techniques to lead courageous conversations with empathy.

Whether you’re leading discussions in your community, congregation, workplace, classroom, or on a college campus, the ability to help people navigate differences with curiosity and respect is an essential leadership skill.

This interactive workshop prepares facilitators to lead productive dialogue across lines of religious, cultural, political, and personal difference. Through practical strategies, guided discussion, and hands-on practice, participants will build the confidence and skills to create spaces where people can listen deeply, ask thoughtful questions, and engage respectfully—even when conversations become challenging.

Anyone can learn the skills and mindsets to lead conversations
After completing the training, you will be able to:

• Facilitate conversations that foster trust, curiosity, and mutual understanding.
• Respond to challenging moments and navigate conflict with confidence.
• Practice facilitation techniques through real-world scenarios and case studies.
• Create inclusive environments where diverse perspectives can be shared respectfully.

Who should attend?

• DEI and HR professionals
• Nonprofit professionals
• Educators
• Community leaders
• Clergy and faith leaders
• Student leaders
• Anyone who facilitates group conversations

Take home resources

Leave with the Facilitator Toolkit and Digital Resource Guide filled with practical exercises, discussion prompts, planning templates, and additional resources to support future conversations.

Following the workshop, participants will be prepared to organize and facilitate dialogues in a variety of settings. Interfaith Philadelphia staff are also available to provide coaching and support as participants begin putting these skills into practice.

Cost

The suggested price of this program is $125 with a sliding scale option of $50-$225. We offer a sliding scale fee structure for our programs in order to welcome all from our community who wish to attend. Please go to here for guidance that will help you determine the right fee for you.

Questions?: Contact Bronwen Mayer Henry, Director, Leadership Institute, [email protected]