In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Fernando Murray and Carolina Almeida about strategies they use to create safe learning environments with their groups. Fernando and Carolina share their deep expertise working across cultures, their expertise in Liberating Structures, and more.

Beth, Fernando, and Carolina also discuss:

• fostering an inclusive atmosphere
• inviting participation
• avoiding over-helping
• handling conflicts and challenges
• promoting autonomy and collecting problem-solving

Engage with Fernando Murray and Carolina Almeida

• Website: https://www.virtualfacilitation.com
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/virtual-facilitation/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@virtualfacilitation
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virtualfacilitation/

Other Links from the Episode

• Liberating Structures
• EP 20: Improv in Facilitation with Brett Macdonald
• Outward Bound
• NOLS
• alfaia drum

Connect with the Facilitating on Purpose podcast:

• Follow Facilitating on Purpose on Instagram, LinkedIn, or YouTube
• Show notes and transcripts available at facilitatingonpurpose.com

Connect with Host Beth Cougler Blom:

• Give feedback or suggest upcoming show topics or guests at [email protected]
• Visit bcblearning.com to explore Beth's company's services in facilitation and learning design
• Purchase a copy of Beth's book, Design to Engage
• Follow Beth on Instagram or LinkedIn

Podcast production services by Mary Chan of Organized Sound Productions