Public Training Courses

In addition to many private and personalized trainings related to conflict resolution, collaboration, and interest-based problem solving, CDR is offers a three-day, hands-on course in Boulder, CO, and Portland, OR:

Facilitation, Engagement, and Collaboration in Environmental Conflicts

Elevate Your Skills in Facilitation, Engagement, and Collaboration

We are thrilled to present two trainings on Facilitation, Engagement, and Collaboration in Environmental Conflicts in 2026: Portland, Oregon (March) and Boulder, Colorado (Spring 2026 - Dates Coming Soon). 

CDR’s Facilitation, Engagement, and Collaboration in Environmental Conflicts (FEC) training offers practitioners a unique opportunity to enhance their professional skills relating to work in land use, disaster resilience, transportation & mobility, and water resources. Participants will:

  • LEARN: Equip yourself with the tools to intervene, facilitate collaboration, and build relationships to stimulate change
  • APPLY: Sharpen your facilitation and engagement skills through hands-on activities that mirror real-world challenges
  • ENGAGE: Dive into purposeful dialogue, inspire new ideas, and co-create solutions to today’s challenges
  • NETWORK: Connect with other professionals and create connections with practitioners and thought leaders

 What to Expect:

The in-person, interactive FEC training will equip participants with practical strategies and tools for facilitating complex discussions related to the significant issues of the present day including: climate change and community resilience, wildlife conservation, transportation infrastructure, water allocation, and beyond.  Participants will practice a range of skills, including:

  • Facilitation Techniques: Learn proven methods for guiding discussions, fostering collaboration, and ensuring all voices are heard
  • Coalition-Building Strategies: Learn foundational skills to convene, build, and lead coalitions to increase impact and effect change
  • Best Practices in Inclusive and Innovative Engagement:  Gain insights into purposeful partner engagement, inclusive dialogue, and decision-making frameworks
  • Conflict Resolution Approaches: Explore conflict resolution strategies that help navigate tensions to achieve collaboration and consensus

Save the Date:

Portland, Oregon: Tuesday, March 10 - Thursday, March 12, 2026 at Kiln Portland

Boulder, Colorado: Spring 2026 Dates Coming Soon at The Museum of Boulder

Who Should Attend:

This training is ideal for leaders in government agencies, Tribal organizations and governments, nonprofits, and community coalitions, as well as professionals in transportation, land use, disaster resilience, and natural resource management. If you want to improve your practice, this training is for you!

Tuition:

Early Bird: $1,100 

*Early Bird pricing ends midnight (MT) on January 31, 2026 for the Portland training and midnight (MT) on February 28, 2026 for the Boulder training.

Non-profit and Tribal Organizations: $1,100

Full Pricing (after Early Bird Pricing ends): $1,300

Included in Tuition:

  • Three days of interactive, skill-based learning with experienced practitioners
  • Learning materials i.e. participant guides, case studies, reference sheets
  • Light refreshments and snacks

NOT Included in Tuition:

  • Lodging/hotel accommodations
  • Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Travel/transportation costs (mileage, airfare, rental cars, gas)

Register Today:

Space is limited and Early Bird Pricing is open now! Register for FEC Portland or FEC Boulder by clicking either link to register.

FEC Portland Registration Link: https://forms.gle/smWALxeMc61b9cX76 

FEC Boulder PRE-Registration Link: https://forms.gle/DF8GKSKkqGZnc9258

Contact us for more information related to personalized virtual deliveries. Please follow us on LinkedIn or check back here for updates on future course offerings.

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