World Cafe
Purpose
Harvest collective intelligence through rotating small-group conversations
How to Use
From World Café Hosting Guide and cafetogo.pdf. 1. Set up café-style tables for 4-5 people with paper tablecloths, markers, and flowers. 2. Clarify the purpose and select 1-3 questions that matter to the group. 3. Round 1 (20-30 minutes): each table explores the first question; participants write and sketch key insights on the tablecloths. 4. One 'table host' stays; all others move to new tables carrying key ideas from their previous conversation. 5. Repeat for Round 2 and 3 with the same or different questions. 6. Whole-group harvest: draw out collective insights, themes, and actionable ideas. 7. Close with a commitment round.
Created by Juanita Brown & David Isaacs
When to Use
This tool is suited to the following coaching and facilitation contexts:
| Context | Relevant |
|---|---|
| Individual Coaching | |
| Team Coaching | |
| Leadership Development | |
| Facilitation / Workshop | |
| Online / Virtual |