Publisher's Synopsis
"Together for Tomorrow: Building Community Through Intergenerational Dialogue", is a guide and information resource to help you break down isolation and separation between the generations. It presents a proven process for community building: the Intergenerational Dialogue(TM) process. Intergenerational Dialogue is a tool for joining all ages, cultures, races, genders and economic classes in problem solving and joint action.This book is a valuable resource book for anyone working in the areas of: intergenerational programming; family relations; health & long term care; community education; community organizing; human relations training; public policy; healthy community initiatives; violence, alcohol, and drug prevention; social work; agricultural extension; aging networks; diversity initiatives; and homeland security.The book contains: - Background on the Intergenerational Movement- Issues Facing the Movement Today- 12 Key Intergenerational Dialogue Organizing Steps- Follow-up - Moving the Dialogue to Action- Outcomes from Previous Dialogues- A Dialogue Sampler on the Issue of Family Violence- Discussion About Diversity and Dialogue- How to Build an Intergenerational Movement- Copyright-free documents you can photocopy for your own use in your community or organization, including: Qualities of a Good Facilitator; A Dialogue Process Timeline; Suggested Agenda for Four Dialogue Planning Meetings; A Dialogue Room Diagram; Diversity Grid; What Is A Good Scenario?; Generational Groups by Age; How to Develop Cross-Generational Questions; Sample Invitation and Information Brochure; Sample Evaluation; and Past Dialogue Topics.
