Consensus Decision Making

Big Question: What kind of changemaker do I want to be?

Use this worksheet to document your discussion.

Come to a Consensus

Step 1: Introduce the issue and provide relevant information

Step 2: Talk about your concerns and voice what you want or need the project to include.

Step 3: Have a discussion listing pros and cons. Encourage people who disagree to speak up.

Step 4: Find an area where all agree then design a proposal that all people might like.

Step 5: Discuss and adjust the proposal to deal with any concerns.

Step 6: Write out the final topic idea. Take a vote for 100% agreement.

If you have not reached an agreement, go back to discussion and draft another proposal. Continue to vote on ideas until an agreement is reached.