WHAT IT NEEDS.
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Meeting with Rebecca
Together we will find out how the event will best serve you.
e.g. what problem should be solved? And how will it be determined? Should all 12 be chosen randomly or should someone be “seated”? What do the 12 get as a “reward” if they come to an agreement? What is the “punishment” if they can't? (e.g. volunteer work)
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Invitation to your “crowd” about when, where and how* the event will take place.
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Room big enough for 12 chairs in a circle and chairs around it if you want an audience.
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Chairs for the 12 and the audience.
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12 notepads & pens for the 12
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Flipchart or blackboard
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Apéro after, if desired
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A small table in the middle for the Owl recording device (see picture).
The process is recorded in sound and image. This ensures valuable documentation in appropriate quality so that you can evaluate the conversation later.

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For groups of 50 people or more, sound equipment is recommended
(microphones & amplifiers)
Conclusion
You invest a total of around 2.5 working days for an event that, thanks to carefully drafted rules, a clear focus and the power of the community, strengthens democratic participation in a very concrete way and generates either feasible solutions for the majority or helping hands for your community.
Either way: COMMON SENSE OF 12 brings you and your crowd a big win with little effort!