ToP Action Planning
Participatory planning for short-term projects and events
Questions this course answers
“How can I get all members of a group to participate in planning a project or event together, and build their commitment and responsibility so that they can successfully implement their plan?”
This course introduces a structured, participatory process to enable the successful implementation of a group project or event. The Action Planning method uses the basic Focused Conversation and Consensus Workshop methods to engage all members of a group effectively, and so it builds commitment and ownership at all stages. The method is suitable for planning short to medium-term projects, or completing projects that have stalled.
This course is delivered in partnership between Olos Institute and ICA:UK (www.ica-uk.org.uk).
The course will be delivered in English.
When and where
When: Thursday October 2nd, 2025 (9:00 – 13:30)
Where: Središče Vitalis, Hladilniška pot Središče Vitalis, Hladilniška pot 28, 1000 Ljubljana
Who this course is for
This course has no pre-requisite, but Group Facilitation Methods or some prior experience of facilitation or participatory planning is recommended.
It is suitable for all those who want to be able to involve people more effectively in planning and implementing short to medium term projects together, including team leaders and project managers within organisations, those working collaboratively with partners and external stakeholders, youth and community workers and independent facilitators.
What you will gain
By the end of the course, you will have:
- understood the 8 stages of the Dynamic Action Planning method, the role of each, and their flow
- understood where to use the method, and gained confidence in your ability to use it in your own situation
- developed your understanding of the principles of participation, teamwork, creativity, ownership and action, reflection and learning
- built links with others to promote future collaboration and support in the use of the methods
What do participants say about this course?
87% of AP participants rated this course 8/10 or higher.
Comments from participants’ end-of-course evaluations included:
- what is of most value to my work is the participatory and inclusive nature of the method, and the focus on clear and jointly agreed, time-bound actions
- gives you a structured and effective method for action planning, in a relaxed and enjoyable training environment
- an interactive and fun way to involve everyone on your team in the planning process
- a very useful course for planning short-term projects or events
- rewarding and insightful, it will demonstrate to you how you can get things done – and it is a great experience and a great environment
- brilliant – the best training course I’ve ever been on
Trainers:
Jonathan is a Lead Trainer in the Technology of Participation, with over 25 years of using and training others in group facilitation methods. Now based in London (UK), he has extensive experience in working with a wide range of local, national and international clients in around 40 countries, including governments; bilateral and multilateral agencies; international, national and local organisations.
Jonathan believes strongly in bringing a human-centred, participatory approach to development, and puts particular emphasis on seeking to enable others to “shine”, supporting the development of their skills as facilitators, as trainers and as champions of the human factor in their work.
Dragana is Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Certified Mentor Coach (CMC). NLP Trainer, certified trainer of the L.1 Programmes of Points of You® Academy and facilitator. President of the Slovenian Association of Facilitators and member of the Supervisory Board of the Slovenian Association for Coaching Development.
Dragana is passionate about facilitation, the differences and progress it can make and believes that experts as facilitators, coaches, trainers and other professionals working with people, can support social progress for the world becoming a place for all of us to enjoy living in.
Training fee:
Your investment in your professional development is:
- 250 EUR regular fee
- 200 EUR for self employed (s.p.) who don’t employ others & self-funding individuals
Fee includes:
- Participation in the programme
- Training materials
- Certificate
- Drinks and snacks during coffee breaks
Special offers:
- Early bird discount of 10% is available for payments of the full amount before September 12th 2025.
- 25 EUR discount for members of the Slovenian Association of Facilitators
- Early bookings are encouraged as seats are limited.
Your place in the workshop will be confirmed upon payment.
Please transfer your fee to the following account:
Account holder: Olos Institute
Account holder address: Podturn pri Dol. Toplicah 17, 8350 Dolenjske Toplice, Slovenia
Bank name: DELAVSKA HRANILNICA d.d. LJUBLJANA
Bank address: Miklošičeva cesta 5, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
Account number: IBAN SI56 6100 0001 3959 908
SWIFT/BIC code: HDELSI22
Reference: AP & full name of participant
A full invoice will be issued after the workshop.
Further details
For further information, please contact us: info@olosinstitute.si; 051 339 137