National Policy Consensus CenterNational Policy Consensus CenterNPCC_978188ad-7b5b-48f7-83b7-aae13cad8341To play a catalytic role in helping state leaders develop a collaborative system of governance_90dfc98e-c9de-43bc-9f25-6c5318243b65Collaborative GovernanceCreate and support collaborative governance capacities, structures, and networks in states _9f109396-2a2f-4ef2-a7c6-7f4658bcac651InformationOffer a nationally recognized source of information on collaborative governance, consensus building, and conflict resolution _6c1e7495-cfb7-4625-bf8c-8c87d40e22bd2NetworksDevelop and maintain communication networks to help leaders and programs exchange ideas and information. We also maintain a directory of state programs providing collaborative problem solving and conflict resolution services._72e21788-0031-47b4-bbf2-54ee6666d0e82.1Information ResourcesProduce and distribute a range of tools and resources, including publications and videos, that promote best practices and provide guidance on the use of collaborative governance. _b4ea15e9-1b8d-4ec6-9c2f-f8ec750982232.2DemonstrationsDemonstrate effectiveness of collaborative, consensus based processes_7f1aae55-e32e-427f-8d0c-04b24f55f88b3Joint ProjectsPartner with other organizations to explore and demonstrate how states can work on public problems collaboratively with federal, regional, and local agencies and civic and private sector organizations._db851fb3-a624-4a08-b63a-8b9d42462d763.1State LeadersSupport and foster state leaders who champion these approaches _ff392a3e-258c-422c-a4bf-421d276c780f4Consultation and Technical AssistanceWork with state leaders throughout the country to initiate and strengthen programs for collaborative governance and consensus building._6054baf1-98c7-480b-b401-b7882758bcb14.1This assistance takes many forms, including strategizing with state officials on ways to apply collaborative governance; co-sponsoring conferences and workshops; providing information, resources, and training; and assisting with policy and program development.Workshops and TrainingsDevelop and deliver education and training programs for leaders in the use of collaborative governance practices._a1989944-7b2a-4763-8272-ad1a38c4a3134.2Recent workshops include “Beyond Bickering” for the Minnesota and Arkansas state legislatures, and a workshop for university programs on collaborative governance and public policy consensus building.2010-02-08http://www.policyconsensus.org/about/mission.htmlArthurColman (www.drybridge.com)colman@drybridge.com