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  Scenario WorkshopBrief Description:The aim of a Scenario Workshop is to form a basis for action and to gather knowledge about how participants view possible future developments.
Description:The aim of the Scenario Workshop is to create a basis for local action. The workshop is used to gather knowledge about barriers and participants? experiences and visions of the topic as well as their attitudes towards the defined scenarios and the basis for these. A Scenario Workshop typically goes through different phases of involvement which include: 1. a critical phase of participants' experiences and views, 2. a visionary phase of possible scenarios, and 3. a implementation phase where a plan is devised for action and possible barriers established. During the Workshop there is a time for brainstorming, discussion, presentation, and time for voting. Used For:The Scenario Workshop is useful for local communities to be involved and find solutions to local problems. It is also used by organisations as large as the UN and EU to promote social and evironmental causes.
Suitable participants:Workshop participants are selected normally from a group of 25 to 30 local government officials, technical experts, business people, and knowledgeable residents attend the Workshop.
Cost:Medium-High Given the level of participants of and high profile of the events costs can be high. The hiring and planning of an event with the requirements of a venue, catering and technology can be high. Time Requirements:Organising the number of varying professionals involved can require time planning. The workshop itself typically lasts 2 days as well.
When To Use / What It Can Deliver:Use Scenario Workshops:
When Not To Use / What It Cannot Deliver:Don't use Scenario Workshops:
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