Name: William Joseph Ltd.
Price range: $

About this meet up

In September’s Liberating Structures meet-up we’ll come together to try out Open Space Technology (OST), guided by co-facilitators Maura Grogan, Juanita Guidera and Raquib Ibrahim.

OST is a meeting format where participants self-organise to create and manage the agenda around a central theme or challenge. Instead of a pre-determined agenda, participants propose discussion topics (within the central theme or challenge), choose the one(s) they’re most passionate about or willing to work on, and then self-organise into smaller discussion or working groups.

The purpose of OST is to foster collaboration and creativity by allowing for more fluid, engaging and dynamic conversations. It works well for problem-solving, strategy development, conflict resolution, and community building. It can used with groups of various sizes – from a few people to a few hundred people.

Join this meet-up to see and experience OST in action – all are welcome!

What are Liberating Structures?

Liberating Structures can be used to change the way we work and collaborate. They promote inclusive, innovative, and productive meetings and projects and are now used widely in improvement work. There are 33 structures to explore. Using them can quickly encourage lively participation in groups of any size, boost engagement, and enable connection and collaboration with others in a fun and inspiring way.

For more info on all the different structures and tools, including FAQs and guides on using them, visit the Liberating Structures website.

What is Q’s Liberating Structures online group?

Q’s Liberating Structures group meets online each month to explore, practice and trial one or more of the Structures. It’s a supportive space, and everyone is welcome. The group meet ups are co-facilitated by members of the community. While there are varying levels of experience with Liberating Structures and facilitation in the group, no one is an expert. We rely on peer support. Everyone is safe to try something new and learn together through participation.

People taking part in the group have told us:

“I always find these meet ups helpful and it has got me from wanting to use Liberating Structures to actually using them. I am meeting great people and learning practical skills.”

“I find this group a great energy boost, learning experience and networking opportunity.”

“I didn’t realise how much fun I’d have – but I also learnt something”.

Join the Liberating Structures online group

For updates on future meet ups, join Q’s Liberating Structures in Health Care online group. Maybe you’re planning a session at your own workplace or with any groups you’re part of? The group is open to everyone and is a great place to ask the community for advice and support on any of the Liberating Structures.