Thinking Box for XR Programme 2

Blurb for the invitation:
In this session Brett from the Sortition Foundation explains sortition which is a key aspect of Citizens’ Assemblies (XR’s 3rd demand). We discuss its merits and drawbacks and possible pathways towards its introduction.

In the second half we watch a powerful and moving talk about the dangers of pre-judging people. Are there people you stereotype and what is the impact of this on connection and cultivating inclusivity?

Facilitator guidelines
The programmes can be seen below but we recommend downloading the following facilitator notes which will provide direct links for all the videos along with supporting notes to help you host the session.

XR TB Programme 2 Exploring sortition and cultivating inclusivity (click to open and then you can download it)

Discussion questions pdf

XR TB Programme 2 slides (click to open and then you can download it) Alternative video versions can be found below if easier.

1-hour single session or 2.5-hour double session
This programme comprises of two halves, you are free to run one or both together.

Equipment and preparation
To run this session with a group you just need to make sure the videos can be seen and heard by everyone. You could gather around a laptop but better to have either a TV screen or an LCD projector to show the videos on. Sound can be amplified via a TV connection or by connecting your laptop to speakers via a 3.5mm plug connector. Some digital radios can be used as amplifiers. You will also need a broadband connection.

First half
An introductory short video (3 mins)
An introduction from Thinking Box (2 mins)
A feature discussion video (10 mins)
Discussion questions for small group discussion
Small group discussions (20 mins)
Plenary discussion (20 mins)
***Break (15 mins) ***
Second half
Second feature video (19 mins)
Slide introducing the Discussion questions
Small group discussions in pairs of threes (20 mins)
Plenary session (20 mins)
A final heart-warmer videos (3 min)

Welcome
Welcome to this Thinking Box session for XR

Introductory short