West of England Academy: Developing confidence in facilitation

This interactive and practical workshop builds confidence in facilitating groups through change and innovation. Participants explore how to design effective group processes, create safe and inclusive environments, and encourage open participation from diverse voices. The session focuses on preparing both the physical and emotional space needed for productive group work, while developing the skills to guide discussions, manage dynamics, and support groups to reach meaningful and useful outcomes.​

• Confidence in planning and leading effective group sessions​
• Practical skills for fostering trust, psychological safety, and inclusion​
• Tools to encourage participation and creative thinking​
• Techniques for managing group dynamics and diverse perspectives​
• Strategies for guiding groups towards clear, practical outcomes​

The Academy is for people working in health and social care, including NHS colleagues, voluntary and community sector teams, and innovators in the health-tech space living, working or planning to work in the West of England.

All Academy events are free to attend, unless otherwise stated. Please note that places are limited and in all cases will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

If you would like to talk to us about whether this is the right course for you, please do get in touch with healthinnowest.academy@nhs.net