Customized Appreciative
Inquiry Solutions
Having an Appreciative Inquiry workgroup is a great way to work together as a team of stakeholders to build on strengths; to set your goals; and design action plans that will achieve your dream outcomes. Appreciative Inquiry focuses on dissecting what works and building on those experiences. The collective strengths of your group will form the foundation (positive core) you will use to create or improve your system, program, or policy change.
Our Appreciative Inquiry Needs Assessments are meticulously crafted to provide valuable insights and a deep understanding of your current landscape. We'll work closely with your team or group of stakeholders in a safe and non-triggering environment to:
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Uncover Strengths
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Identify Opportunities
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Enhance Communication
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Shape a Positive Culture
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Provide Recommendations that will Facilitate Change
Armed with the insights from our assessments, you can confidently implement change initiatives that align with what your stakeholders really want. We customize each needs assessment to suit your specific needs, ensuring that you receive actionable insights tailored to your organization's unique challenges and aspirations.
Whether you're a forward-thinking corporation, a nonprofit seeking to make a difference, or a community eager to embrace positive change, our Appreciative Inquiry Needs Assessments are your gateway to a brighter, more empowered future.
Past Projects
DC Healthy Transitions Initiative Needs Assessment
Client: DC Department of Behavioral Health Description: Virtually interviewed 28 stakeholders including 11 youth/young adults using an customized appreciative inquiry needs assessment guide. Compiled the data and provided recommendations for system change priority areas. Rather than focusing on the negative and what didn’t work, we focused on strengths, finding the root causes of successes in the system. Recommendations for future systems change emerged. Using an appreciative inquiry guide left stakeholders feeling positive, empowered and hopeful for the future. Testimonial: Feedback from participants…”Having the ability and knowledge to focus on what you have opposed to what you don't have!!” Jamie P. and the “AI process was really smooth and promoted collaboration” from Navid D.
Feedback from participants
”Having the ability and knowledge to focus on what you have opposed to what you don't have!!” Jamie P. and the “Appreciative Inquiry process was really smooth and promoted collaboration” ~ Navid D., Tay Program Director
We specialize in crafting transformative and customized workshops that harness the power of Appreciative Inquiry, positive psychology, and trauma-informed principles. Our mission is simple: to help you connect with the positive core of your organization, community, or program, and to guide you towards building the kind of environment you've always dreamed of. Whether it is a single session or a series we can develop interactive, fun, and actionable workshops that promote buy-in and lead you to your desired outcomes.
Past Projects
Appreciative Inquiry: A Healing Centered Approach to Student Engagement Workshop
Client: for the NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene - Office of School Health Physicians Description: We provided a virtual CME workshop for over 100 New York City School physicians/school nurses on how to use an appreciative inquiry approach in their everyday practice, virtually or in-person. This proven solution-focused, positive psychology approach to seeking out what’s good and what works helps with better engagement of students during their clinic visits. With better engagement, medical professionals can move from being stuck in someone’s trauma and move towards healing-centered energy. They learned how to set the tone and create safe/brave space agreements so students will share what’s really going on with their physical health so they can help them thrive at school. Testimonial: “We were honored to have you share your expertise with our clinicians. We extend our gratitude to you for your contributions to our understanding of Healing Centered Approach through Appreciative Inquiry.” - Cheryl L. Medical Director- Office of School Health
Thriving Together: Embracing Generational Diversity in the Workplace
Client: Onbe, Financial Services Description: This interactive virtual workshop on embracing generational diversity in the workplace had around 100 participants from across the country come together for this engaging session. This workshop focused on how generational differences can keep people disconnected and how connecting through similarities leads to better team dynamics. Breakout rooms and activities helped create connectedness. Each person left with clear, actionable goals about what they can do in the workplace to create a more inclusive workplace. We are happy to help this organization foster inclusivity, collaboration, and understanding among generations in the workplace. This workshop was all about creating an environment where everyone's unique strengths and perspectives are not only recognized but celebrated! Testimonial: On behalf of Onbe, BRIDGE, and Life Long Learner (LLL), THANK YOU so much for coming to our event and sharing your expertise with us. Our time spent with you was very informative, engaging, and safe. Again, thank you! Aiesha W Implementation Manager
Trauma-Informed Team Building Workshop
Client: Tennessee Voices Early Intervention Team Description: In a 2-hour facilitated a trauma-informed team building with a statewide, virtual team which included: - Creating an inclusive and non-judgmental atmosphere - Empowering participants with choices and autonomy - Fostered a sense of safety and trust through authentic connections through fun, structured activities - Heightened awareness of potential trauma triggers and offered alternatives when strong emotions come up - Encouraged self-care and self-awareness throughout the workshop The workshop was well received, empowering, and responsive to everyone's unique experiences. Testimonial: One participant remarked that they couldn’t stop smiling during the entire workshop because they felt so happy, connected and supported.
Whether you're looking to inspire your team, foster collaboration, or address challenges, our Appreciative Inquiry meeting facilitation services will guide you toward meaningful outcomes. We'll help you create engaging, productive, and forward-thinking sessions that focus on the positive core of your organization or group. Customized tools and resources can include:
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Agendas
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Facilitation Guides
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PowerPoint Presentations
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Interactive Activities
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Handouts
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Discovery and/or Evaluation Surveys
These resources serve as roadmaps to ensure that the principles of Appreciative Inquiryare woven into your meetings and decision-making processes. We are committed to helping you tap into the strengths and potential that already exist within your organization, ultimately guiding you toward a brighter, more empowered future.
Past Projects
Tennessee Statewide Transition Team Kickoff Facilitation Guide and Consultation
Client: Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services Description: See above Testimonial: Currently ongoing
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