Principles of Face to Faith

R	Respect – Our world is a diverse world. To communicate and grow we must respect one another’s beliefs, values, attitudes and faiths.
E	Education – Good learning creates understanding, overcomes prejudice and opens the gates of dialogue. We are here to teach and to learn, not to convince or convert.
S	Safety – A safe environment allows everyone to share with confidence. Help create one around you and watch everyone flourish.
P	Perspective – Long journeys start with small steps and eyes lifted to the horizon.
E	Empathy – When we try to see the world through other people’s eyes, we open our own.
C	Celebration – We’re all different and that makes us special – so let’s bring our differences to the party!
T	Trust – Through building relationships with people around the world, we learn to trust one another that our beliefs and values will be accepted.

Rules for discussion....

•      Always listen carefully to what other people are saying.
•               Think before speaking.   
•               Always try to be positive.
•  Only one person speaks at a time
•  Raise your hand to be recognized if you want to say something
• No interruption when someone is speaking
• When you disagree with someone, make sure that you make a difference between criticizing someone's idea and the person themselves
• No laughing when a person is saying something (unless they are making a joke)
• Encourage everyone to participate.
• Always use “I” statements – don’t generalise.
• Take other people’s points of view seriously – remember that they may find it difficult to accept the things that are obvious to you.
• Remember your body language and manners (don’t get angry).
• Use open ended questions. 

Debate vs Dialogue