Pour faire suite \u00e0 la rubrique Pleins feux no 11, \u00ab Inclure la voix de la communaut\u00e9 \u00bb, nous souhaitions vous faire part de nos perspectives et de nos suggestions quant \u00e0 la constitution d\u2019un comit\u00e9 consultatif qui soutient la voix de la communaut\u00e9. Plus pr\u00e9cis\u00e9ment, dans la rubrique Pleins feux d\u2019aujourd\u2019hui, nous pensons qu\u2019il sera utile de d\u00e9crire le processus que nous avons suivi pour constituer notre propre Groupe consultatif de personnes autistes et neurodivergentes, ainsi que la mani\u00e8re dont les r\u00e9unions du comit\u00e9 sont organis\u00e9es et anim\u00e9es. Nous continuons d\u2019apprendre de l\u2019exp\u00e9rience des membres de notre Groupe consultatif de personnes autistes et neurodivergentes, qui nous guident vers de meilleurs moyens d\u2019inclure et de soutenir la voix de la communaut\u00e9.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Context” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_align=”right” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]
La constitution de groupes consultatifs et le d\u00e9roulement de r\u00e9unions doivent faire l\u2019objet d\u2019une r\u00e9flexion et d\u2019une attention particuli\u00e8res. La pr\u00e9paration et l\u2019adaptation aux besoins peuvent contribuer \u00e0 cr\u00e9er des groupes accueillants et performants qui favorisent l\u2019expression et la prise en compte de la voix de la communaut\u00e9.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Opportunity” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_align=”right” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]
Afin d\u2019aider d\u2019autres personnes d\u00e9sireuses d\u2019int\u00e9grer la voix de la communaut\u00e9 dans leurs activit\u00e9s, nous partageons, sous forme de conseils et de suggestions, les \u00e9l\u00e9ments que nous avons consid\u00e9r\u00e9s avant, pendant et apr\u00e8s la cr\u00e9ation de notre Groupe consultatif de personnes autistes et neurodivergentes.\u00a0<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Before” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Click toggles to read details and examples of the points.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/nihouse.fwc-staging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/plan.png” alt=”clipboard with checklist” title_text=”plan” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”1. Have a dedicated person to connect with the potential committee members who is a member of the community itself.” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]We have an experienced Community Outreach Liaison, a neurodivergent person who is the main correspondent with committee members.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”2. Have back-up support to help facilitate and coordinate workshops.” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]Our Autistic Research Assistant helps with facilitation of workshops.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”3. Consider diverse representation and sufficient committee size to gather many viewpoints but be mindful of having too many people in one committee.” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]Geography, identity factors (intersectionality), interest, and expressed potential contributions were considered for the expression of interest form and selecting the committee.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”4. Share relevant information proactively so everyone is prepared for workshops and activities and knows what to expect.” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]
Un document d\u2019instruction et d\u2019orientation contenant des informations cl\u00e9s pour chaque personne qui participe \u00e0 la s\u00e9ance est communiqu\u00e9 une semaine avant les ateliers.<\/p>\n
Ce document demande par ailleurs aux membres du comit\u00e9 d\u2019indiquer toute inqui\u00e9tude ou tout besoin en mati\u00e8re d\u2019accessibilit\u00e9 et d\u2019accommodement qu\u2019ils et elles pourraient avoir afin de s\u2019assurer que tout le monde b\u00e9n\u00e9ficie du meilleur soutien possible lors de l\u2019atelier.<\/p>\n
Le document d\u2019orientation comprend :<\/p>\n
\nAll members were advised of the compensation amount in our Call for Expressions of Interest, which also informed them on institutional wait-times and expectations that were required to accept monetary compensation.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”During” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Click toggles to read details and examples of the points.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/nihouse.fwc-staging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/hourglass.png” alt=”image of an hourglass” title_text=”hourglass” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”1. Include a meaningful land acknowledgement prior to beginning any sessions.” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]We meaningfully acknowledge the territories that we are situated on and the Community Outreach Liaison\u2019s positionality as a settler in Canada at the beginning of each workshop.
\nThe land acknowledgement relates the issue of colonialism and racism to our key objectives of working towards housing solutions for Autistic and Neurodivergent people in Canada.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”2. Allow space for introductions and icebreakers starting with the leader of the workshop. If someone requires support, allow them to \u201cpass\u201d, use alternative methods of communication (e.g., typing, gesturing), or contribute later or last.” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]The Community Outreach Liaison started so that committee members felt more comfortable knowing how much they might want to share with others during their introductions.
\nWe used \u201cPancakes or Waffles\u201d, a light-hearted icebreaker that asks people, after introducing themselves, to choose whether they prefer pancakes or waffles, and to say why.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”3. Be flexible and accommodative by providing choice in activities, accepting participation in many ways (e.g., typed chat, listening with cameras off, or follow-up surveys), and letting sessions be guided by the committee members.” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]During one workshop, committee members shared what \u201csafety\u201d, an element of housing, meant to them. This conversation was enjoyed by members, including those who had \u201ccameras off\u201d, and allowed all members an opportunity to contribute.
\nCette conversation importante a occup\u00e9 la majeure partie de l\u2019atelier; par cons\u00e9quent, la personne qui animait a avis\u00e9 que les autres activit\u00e9s pr\u00e9vues \u00e0 l\u2019horaire n\u2019auraient pas lieu.
\nCommittee members were also able to provide feedback and follow-up contributions through anonymous surveys because thinking on the spot in a group can be challenging.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”4. Supply examples for tasks (e.g., providing a template in email, verbally giving an example, or writing instructions in online chats).” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]Committee members were asked to share a bio to be posted on our website as a Community Voice Spotlight. When gathering these bios, we provided an example by the Community Outreach Liaison so that members knew what kind of things could be shared.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”5. Provide scheduled breaks and give advance notice of transitions and activities (e.g., by showing an agenda, by telling the members that in 10 minutes we will be having a break).” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]Committee members know that that there are two breaks during each 2-hour workshop (shared in the Instructions and Guidance document) and know when to expect them by reviewing the agenda at the beginning of the workshop. Notice is also given when a break is coming up.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”After” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Click toggles to read details and examples of the points.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/nihouse.fwc-staging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Calendar.png” alt=”image of a calendar” title_text=”Calendar” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”80%” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”1. Share workshop notes or minutes for visibility and further contribution.” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Within one week of the workshop, notes on all activities and tasks are shared with the Advisory Committee. The minutes include slides that organized each workshop, activity discussions, and optional follow-up tasks with due-by dates.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”2. Provide opportunity for further involvement with optional tasks, such as follow-up surveys, review of project initiatives, and identification of future activities.” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]After each workshop, there are optional follow-up tasks based on the workshop conversations.
One follow-up task was a form that asked the community members to articulate what each element of housing (e.g., self-determination, health, etc.) meant to them, like the conversation we had about safety.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”3. Solicit feedback through surveys and interviews to improve future community voice strategies and workshops.” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]Before soliciting feedback through interviews, provide interview questions in advance so that members are aware of the questions that will be asked, and have the option to prepare.
Apr\u00e8s chaque atelier, les membres du comit\u00e9 consultatif peuvent r\u00e9pondre \u00e0 un court sondage anonyme.
After the third workshop, we also asked them to give feedback on the most and least meaningful moments in workshops through one-to-one online conversations. These helped identify the good practices in this document.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”4. Meaningfully incorporate feedback by sharing with members proof while addressing ways in which you are not able to meet all of the requests of the committee.” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]Based on each workshop and feedback surveys, the project team prepares slides to share with committee members through \u201cYou said, we did\u201d visuals. These identify ways in which we implement their perspective into project activities and the areas that we are not able do so.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”5. Be prepared for changes in the committee, including departures and additions, and prepare all committee members for such transitions.” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]One member could not continue with the committee after the first workshop. After being thanked for their participation, all the committee members were informed in the next workshop.
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