ABOUT US

We aim to transform the way we work together, to create a world that works for all

We are an international community of expert designers, adaptive innovators, multi-stakeholder facilitators, and coaches driven by a desire to empower our partners to drive impactful initiatives that address pressing societal issues and contribute to a more just and sustainable future. We bring together our expertise and diverse skills to offer the best support in advancing social change through the power of collaboration and dialogue.

LEARN ABOUT OUR METHODOLOGY

Meet the people behind the process

Grassroots Facilitation was founded by Laura Grassi to support organizations and communities in navigating complexity through meaningful collaboration.

Born from Laura’s decade-long experience working with governments, NGOs, philanthropic organizations, and social enterprises, Grassroots Facilitation aims to create inclusive spaces where diverse perspectives are valued, trust is built, and collective action becomes possible.

A diverse pool of expertise to unlock your collaborative potential

DONA GEAGEA

Senior process facilitator of strategic multi-stakeholder initiatives, trainer and consultant, organizational development processes, participatory conferences, workshops and events.

MANSI JASUJA

Art of hosting & Facilitation

ANTON VALKOV

Process design & Facilitation

CARLOTTA CATALDI

Graphic recording; Visual thinking

MARJETA NOVAK

Art of hosting, NonViolent Communication.

AMIS BOERSMA

Integral coaching & Organizational Development

YANNICK WASSMER

System change, group facilitation.

BARBARA OLIVEIRA

Integral coaching, Organizational Development

MIRA BANGEL

Facilitation, Sociocracy 3.0, NonViolent Communication, Strong teams talk about the elephant

Our guiding principles

Our work is grounded in a set of values, principles and practices that guide the way we work with our team, our clients and our partners

Understanding interconnectedness

We believe in addressing challenges and opportunities by taking into account the broader systems at play. Our approach aims at promoting processes and decisions that consider diverse perspectives, promoting sustainable and inclusive outcomes.

Leveraging existing strengths

We aim to discover and build upon the commonalities that unite stakeholders. We focus on strengthening “what is already working” in order to promote shared understanding and fuel collective action and enthusiasm.

Long-Term Partnerships

In complex and evolving environments, successful initiatives rely on strong teamwork, not just transactional exchanges. We work with our clients to cultivate durable, resilient relationships & navigate unforeseen challenges together.

Commitment to Equity and Inclusion

We are dedicated to promoting justice, inclusion, and equality. We believe that “how we work” is as relevant and important as “what we work on”.

Creating space for difficult conversations

Addressing tensions openly is crucial for the sustained success of any initiative, as well as for the success of our organization. We prioritize creating safe environments and time for challenging discussions.

We are far from being perfect, but we are committed to learning from our mistakes and shortcomings. We strive to do our best while fostering a culture of curiosity and exploration.