Core concept

One method. Many tools.

The Greenwood Method is a set of structured dialogue tools designed to meet different community needs while driving toward the same outcomes: understanding, trust, and forward progress.

The 5-phase Dialogue Arc

The teachable, repeatable foundation.

  1. 01

    Context & Grounding

    Establish safety and shared understanding before any dialogue begins.

  2. 02

    Lived Experience

    Humanize both sides through personal story exchange.

  3. 03

    The Tension

    Surface real issues that most conversations actively avoid.

  4. 04

    Reflection

    Shift perspective and identify unexpected common ground.

  5. 05

    Forward Movement

    Create tangible commitments and next steps.

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Format 02

The Restorative Circle

Drawing from restorative justice practices, the Restorative Circle creates safe, structured environments for accountability and emotional processing. Designed for smaller groups navigating high-conflict or sensitive topics.

Structure

  1. Opening Circle — set shared intention.
  2. Storytelling Round — uninterrupted speaking.
  3. Impact Round — name the real costs.
  4. Accountability Round — move from blame to ownership.
  5. Repair & Rebuild — agree on commitments.