Consensus Decision Making

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Consensus Decision Making

• David Newton
• The Accord Group
• Sydney

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Consensus decision making - key steps

1. Every objection is worth hearing
2. Involve every stakeholder in the process
3. Involve stakeholders in determining the process
4. Clearly state the issues to be considered
5. Arrange senior attention
6. 6. Provide information
7. Provide equal opportunity to all participants
8. Be prepared to change
9. Everyone should feel safe in the process
10. Build trust rapport
11. Ensure link between representatives their
    groups
12. Engage an independent facilitator

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Consensus decision making - key steps

1. Provide information

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