Working in Partnership-What it Looks Like

An alternative world view---a way of being in the world that is based on relationships of mutuality and trust.

Power is understood as something to be shared; it includes responsibility and accountability to those with and without power.

Decisions are arrived at through a process of participation and consensus building.

Difference is acknowledged, valued, and considered when solving problems, creating programs, managing a work force, or creating policy.

There is a focus on linking, interdependency, cooperation, working in teams, full participation, and sharing.

Communication skills are taken to a higher level including real listening, openness, empathy, assertiveness, and personal /interpersonal awareness.

Skill competencies include coaching, mentoring, motivating, cultivating creativity and inspiration, conflict management, and negotiating common ground.

There is a vision for working in partnership ..how power is shared, how meetings are run, how decisions are made, or how the work climate supports all employees.

From The Partnership Way, New Tools for Living and Learning, Healing Our Families, Our Communities, and Our World by Riane Eisler and David Loye

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