For me, givens are statements of realities, in a way, disclosure
statements. They are particularly important in processes like Open
Space where a high degree of initiative is "given" to participants.
There is nothing worse than to hold out a promise then take it away.
If the outcomes of an open space are simply advisory, this must be
presented up front as a "given" so that folks do not feel deceived if
the outcomes are not implemented. Being disappointed at something
like this is OK. Being deceived, is not.
--Kenoli
Judith--
Well is "given" just a softer way of saying "regulation" or "rules," or is
there more there that I am missing?
:-Doug.
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