What participants are saying

 

Good stuff!

97.7% of post-event survey respondents say they would recommend another We the People Warwick event to a friend or neighbor

88.8% say they considered a new perspective during our event/program

75% of Dialogue Series respondents say they are now more likely to engage with others at a deeper level and an additional 18.8% said they may be

  • "I wish all my family and friends could have the opportunity to a similar experience in their communities."

    -Dialogue Series Participant

  • A fantastic evening of laughter and tears - loved it! Thanks to all for sharing & organizing.

    -Story Share Attendee

  • “Wonderful group of people bringing resources, knowledge and awareness to this forum.”

    -Mental Health Forum Attendee

  • “What an inclusive, informative, and thoughtful event - So good to see how many community members care about mental health.”

    -Mental Health Forum Attendee

  • "I enjoyed all the speakers."

    -A Day in the Life Attendee

  • "It was an enjoyable evening."

    -A Day in the Life Attendee

  • "A great way to bring the community together."

    -Story Share Attendee

  • "This event has allowed me to witness the strength and creativity of others in our community."

    -Story Share Attendee

  • "Learning the difference between dialogue and debate; that idea alone was really helpful."

    -Dialogue Series Participant

  • "I’m more open now and I talk to more people...I am looking forward to seeing where all of this takes us in Warwick. We are going to do great things!"

    -Dialogue Series Participant

  • It was wonderful! Let's do more of these. I think it'll be great for Warwick!

    -Story Share Attendee

  • The whole event was really enjoyable. Thank you. We'll be at the next one!

    -Story Share Attendee

  • More Story Shares, please!

    -Story Share Attendee

  • "Touched my heart in its gentle, powerful reach to build bridges across community"

    -Story Share Attendee

  • "The experience has given me some hope that some of us really care about this community & our neighbors despite divisions."

    -Dialogue Series Participant

  • "Improved communication allows us to see each other more as humans - it makes it more personal rather than categorical or political."

    -Dialogue Series Participant

  • "We were inspired by the dialogue sessions. Our shared stories highlight our shared experiences and values, revealing and strengthening our connections."

    -Jim & Sharon

  • "Thank you for curating the topics as well as creating this accepting environment for individuals to have frank conversation."

    -Dialogue Series Participant

  • "We the People Warwick has given me hope and optimism for our future!"

    -Karen

  • "I will use skills learned to better communicate with people from different backgrounds."

    -Dialogue Series Participant

  • "After participating in these dialogues, I have faith that our communities can become: welcoming, safe and supportive to all, regardless of our differences."

    -Dialogue Series Participant

  • "Working alongside amazing Warwick residents has renewed my hope and strengthened my belief that divides can be overcome and that change can be accomplished."

    -Barb

  • "I appreciate all the time and expertise of the presenters to make the dialogue series so meaningful and relevant."

    -Dialogue Series Participant

Cumulative Warwick Story Share Post-Event Survey Details 

Survey Details from our First Event Dialogue Series

We the People Warwick's first ever dialogue circle series took place over the course of four weeks in May and June of 2021. Over one hundred participants met via Zoom groups of eight to ten people, assisted by volunteers—our fellow townspeople—who had trained as facilitators.  

Following the series, participants were asked for their candid feedback via an anonymous survey with the aim of continuous improvement. The most common themes of participants' "big takeaways" from the series were:

  • The critical importance of dialogue - opening up, listening to learn, interacting and understanding

  • How much we have in common despite our differences

  • Even small actions are meaningful.