Workshop Facilitator

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As a Workshop Facilitator for NGA, you will be responsible for leading workshops that promote empathy and understanding between individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives. Your role will involve guiding participants through discussions and interactive exercises, helping them engage with one another in ways that challenge assumptions and build connections.

In addition to facilitating workshops, you may choose to contribute to the development and customisation of workshops to suit specific audiences, time constraints, or physical settings. Workshops typically last between 1.5 to 2 hours and may be held on weekdays or weekends, either during the day or in the evenings, providing flexible opportunities for involvement.

This role offers a meaningful way to support NGA’s mission of building stronger, more inclusive communities through dialogue and shared understanding.

At the heart of NGA’s work is the facilitation of workshops designed to foster empathy and understanding between individuals from different backgrounds. These workshops offer participants the opportunity to engage with people they might otherwise hold negative judgments or suspicions about, creating a space for meaningful dialogue and personal growth. By participating in these experiences, individuals often find their perspectives shifting-not only toward specific individuals but also toward entire communities.

This work is vital to addressing the divisions and conflicts that exist in society. By promoting care, trust, and understanding, we take important steps toward reducing hatred and division, helping build more cohesive and peaceful communities on both personal and national levels.

Personal Attributes:

• Empathetic and Open-Minded - You have a natural ability to listen to and understand diverse perspectives, creating a welcoming and respectful environment for all participants.

• Confident Facilitator - You are comfortable leading discussions and activities, encouraging meaningful participation from all attendees.

• Flexible and Adaptable - You can adjust your facilitation style to suit different group dynamics, settings, and time constraints, ensuring a smooth and engaging experience.

• Collaborative - You enjoy working with others, contributing positively to the development and improvement of workshops when needed.

Skills and Experience:

• Facilitation Skills - Some experience in facilitating workshops or group discussions is required, as you will often be working without direct supervision. However, there will be opportunities to further develop and refine your facilitation skills through the role.

• Communication Skills - You are able to communicate clearly and effectively, helping participants feel heard and engaged in the discussion.

• Organisational Skills - You can manage time effectively during workshops, ensuring that discussions and activities stay on track.

• Adaptability - Willingness to modify workshops to meet the needs of specific audiences or environments, with support available for learning these skills.

• Technical Skills (Optional) - Comfort with basic online tools if workshops are held virtually (e.g., Zoom or Google Workspace).

Ability to travel to location of event: Volunteers will need to travel independently to the location of the event. Expenses can be provided in line with our policies.

Time Commitment: Volunteers are asked to commit to at least six months with NGA, dedicating an average of 2-4 hours per week to facilitation and related activities and team communication. We also appreciate flexibility, as there may be periods of increased activity when more time is needed to complete important tasks.