In two interactive sessions, participants will learn about an Appreciative Inquiry Approach to Strategic Planning; how to identify the strengths of their organization and how to apply Appreciative Inquiry tools and techniques to develop short term strategic plans.

Learning Objectives:

> Understand the basics and benefits of Appreciative Inquiry

> Come away with specific action plans that will help their organizations build capacity and sustainability.

> Define purpose and map strengths

> Share strengths, define values and guiding principles

> Identify opportunity areas

> Construct an action plan

Facilitators: Gene Conroy, Emily Ribblett, Georgia Council for Recovery (GC4R)