ToP Consultation and Facilitation Services

Responsible for developing or revising a strategic plan? Planning for the post-pandemic return of your workforce from the virtual workspace to the physical? Need to reach consensus on the goals and objectives of a new program? ICA can help.

ICA is known for the Technology of Participation (ToP)®, a system of participatory methods for community and organizational development. At their core, ToP® methods represent a consensus-driven approach that enables groups to:

Engage in thoughtful and productive conversations
Develop a shared narrative and collective identity
Build common ground for working together
Create effective and implementable short- and long-range plans

For ToP training near you look at our upcoming public ToP courses, or contact trainers directly on our national network of ToP Trainers for a private opportunity.
For support, meeting design or facilitation contact certified ToP Facilitators, or visit ICA Worldwide or Fill out our interest form here.

A Real World ToP® Success Story

The Challenge

The Maricopa (AZ) Unified School District serves students in one of the country’s fastest growing communities. With its one high school bursting at the seams, District officials engaged Courtney Lonergan, an internationally certified and world-renowned master strategic facilitator.

The Process

Over the course of several months, Courtney engaged parents, students, teachers, administrators, local government officials and private citizens in a vibrant and engaged strategic planning journey. Using Technology of Participation® processes, Courtney facilitated groups as they determined educational metrics for the entire school district, uncovered and addressed systemic barriers and issues, and built camaraderie and effective teamwork across the school district and broader community.

The Result

Groundbreaking for a new $26 million high school is scheduled for May 7, 2021! The school is expected to open in July 2022.

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