A passionate and determined self-starter, active in the arts needs shared learning experiences that are convenient and affordable because they’ve experienced the value of peer support and mentorship.
The group focused on prototyping how the Art Center could foster a culture of career exploration and openness. How might we create an environment in which staff can share career paths and aspirations in a safe space and in which staff can learn from each other? This cutting-edge idea would require an environment of radical trust.
Part One would involve an all staff session in which norms would be developed. An outside consultant would sit in the "hot seat" and share their experience, as a catalyst to further staff discussion.
Part Two includes breaking up into pairs, creating a circle of trust in which staff could share openly. Focus would be on honoring presenters and special guests. A scribe would provide documentation.
Part Three involves using our staff and volunteer lounge as an opportunity for documentation, recognition, and sharing. Staff would be encouraged to share their takeaways from the experience. Notes would be posted in the environment.
Testers appreciated the three part process and emphasized the importance of radical trust to make the project successful. Privacy would have to be maintained, as would providing an opportunity for different voices. Perhaps grant funds could focus on a facilitator who could help create a radical trust environment, be the first speaker in the 'hot seat" and then continue to facilitate discussions.
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