FORUM FRAMEWORK

Welcome and introduce the issue to be deliberated. Review & agree on the Ground Rules.

Invite people to describe how the issue affects them, their family, or their community.

Consider each option, spending equal time on each. What is attractive? What drawbacks do you see?

Ground Rules

Everyone is encouraged to participate. No one or two individuals should dominate. Focus on the options.

Reflect on the conversation individiually and as a group. Review tensions, trade-offs, and areas of common ground.

All the major options should be considered fairly. Maintain an open and respectful atmosphere for the discussion.

Listen to each other.