Training methods: Trust Walk. Navigating the Minefield of Communication
Training methods: Trust Walk. Navigating the Minefield of Communication
In the Trust Walk exercise, a facilitator sets up a “minefield” using scattered objects in an open area. Participants are paired up, with one person blindfolded and the other sighted. The sighted partner guides the blindfolded through the minefield using only verbal instructions. This exercise highlights the critical roles of communication and trust, as the blindfolded partner must rely entirely on their partner's directions to avoid obstacles. After navigating the course, partners switch roles and repeat the process, enhancing their understanding of both leading and following roles.
This activity is part of the i2connect summer schools, where it is used to explore the dynamics between farmers (blindfolded) and advisors (guides), emphasizing co-creation, knowledge exchange, and the transfer processes. It underscores the importance of trust and clear communication in advisory relationships and provides a vivid, memorable experience that links directly to the challenges and necessities of effective advisory work. Participants reflect on their experiences to discuss the importance of guidance and cooperation, drawing parallels to real-world scenarios in agricultural advising.
In the Trust Walk exercise, a facilitator sets up a “minefield” using scattered objects in an open area. Participants are paired up, with one person blindfolded and the other sighted. The sighted partner guides the blindfolded through the minefield using only verbal instructions. This exercise highlights the critical roles of communication and trust, as the blindfolded partner must rely entirely on their partner's directions to avoid obstacles. After navigating the course, partners switch roles and repeat the process, enhancing their understanding of both leading and following roles.
This activity is part of the i2connect summer schools, where it is used to explore the dynamics between farmers (blindfolded) and advisors (guides), emphasizing co-creation, knowledge exchange, and the transfer processes. It underscores the importance of trust and clear communication in advisory relationships and provides a vivid, memorable experience that links directly to the challenges and necessities of effective advisory work. Participants reflect on their experiences to discuss the importance of guidance and cooperation, drawing parallels to real-world scenarios in agricultural advising.
i2connect - Connecting advisers to boost interactive innovation in agriculture and forestry
Ongoing | 2019-2024
- Main funding source
- Horizon 2020 (EU Research and Innovation Programme)
- Geographical location
- France
Project Keywords
- Animal husbandry
- Animal welfare
- Biodiversity and nature
- Climate change (incl. GHG reduction, adaptation and mitigation, and other air related issues)
- Competitiveness/new business models
- Farm diversification
- Forestry
- Pest/disease control in plants
- Pest/disease control in animals
- Soil
- AKIS, incl. advice, training, on-farm demo, interactive innovation projects