Executive summary: This post argues that local EA groups should consider running more in-depth EA-related workshops, which appear relatively underrated compared to other event formats like retreats or conferences.
Key points:
Workshops allow for skill building, collaboration, forming commitments, and attract newcomers. They have lower costs than retreats since housing is optional.
Workshops should involve exercises and interaction. Topics can range widely. Benefits apply even if the topic isn’t valuable for all.
Compared to socials and retreats, workshops are medium effort and cost. But they may provide comparable impact to retreats for participants.
Larger workshops enable out-of-town participants and expert speakers. More time allows deeper engagement. Weekends enable full energy.
Workshops only require a venue, facilitator, possibly funding, food/drinks, participants, and communication. Accommodation is optional.
Even free workshops with volunteer facilitators in someone’s home are viable starting points. But all groups should consider workshops.
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Executive summary: This post argues that local EA groups should consider running more in-depth EA-related workshops, which appear relatively underrated compared to other event formats like retreats or conferences.
Key points:
Workshops allow for skill building, collaboration, forming commitments, and attract newcomers. They have lower costs than retreats since housing is optional.
Workshops should involve exercises and interaction. Topics can range widely. Benefits apply even if the topic isn’t valuable for all.
Compared to socials and retreats, workshops are medium effort and cost. But they may provide comparable impact to retreats for participants.
Larger workshops enable out-of-town participants and expert speakers. More time allows deeper engagement. Weekends enable full energy.
Workshops only require a venue, facilitator, possibly funding, food/drinks, participants, and communication. Accommodation is optional.
Even free workshops with volunteer facilitators in someone’s home are viable starting points. But all groups should consider workshops.
This comment was auto-generated by the EA Forum Team. Feel free to point out issues with this summary by replying to the comment, and contact us if you have feedback.