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Group Facilitation for Self-Help Support Group Leaders

Learn how to bring together and facilitate support and encouragement among a group of people who share common problems and experiences.

Note: This is a 2-part webinar that will be presented over the course of 2 consecutive Mondays. The sessions will be from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM and will utilize the same Zoom link (to be provided after registration). Participants must attend both sessions to obtain a certificate of attendance.

Dates and Times:

  • Monday 9/23/24, 12:00PM-4:00PM on Zoom
  • Monday 9/30/24, 12:00PM-4:00PM on Zoom

Participants in this workshop will learn:

  • Key Characteristics of an effective group leader
  • Basic Skills for a good support group facilitator
  • Basic Responsibilities of a group facilitator
  • How to be an effective communicator
  • How to conduct a successful meeting
  • How to establish goals; manage time; set priorities
  • Strategies for identifying nonproductive behavior; difficult behaviors; different personalities
  • Tips on delegating responsibility; developing commitment and involvement

Join us to enhance your support group facilitation and leadership!

How to Facilitate Virtual Support Groups

With the shift toward remote interactions and the impact of the global landscape, it has become crucial for support group facilitators to adapt their practices to the online environment. This webinar explores the unique challenges and opportunities of virtual support groups, while highlighting the similarities and differences compared to in-person support groups. Participants will gain practical strategies, tools, and best practices to effectively facilitate virtual support groups, enabling them to continue providing valuable support to their communities.

Attendees will learn:

  • How online groups can look and feel different than in person groups
  • What an effective online group leader looks like
  • What you can do to prep for online support groups
  • How to create a supportive learning environment online.
  • Creative and fun icebreakers and check-ins
  • What to do if unexpected things come up

Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Time: 10am – 12pm EDT

Where: via Zoom