Dialograum Geld — Values-Driven Community Dialogue
March 2021
Why It WorkedThis case proves we don't just facilitate corporate decisions. We facilitate conversations that matter — the ones that require courage and skill to hold well. When organizations care deeply about their values, we help make those values real in the room.
The Real OutcomeA community gathering where money became a normal topic, not a shameful one. Participants left with new perspectives and a stronger sense that their voices matter.
The Challenge
Dialograum Geld is a community initiative in Augsburg dedicated to normalizing conversations about money — a topic typically shrouded in secrecy and shame. They needed facilitation for a community gathering where diverse participants could discuss money openly and honestly, without judgment or discomfort derailing the conversation.
This required more than logistics. It required a facilitator who understood that some conversations are about more than outcomes — they’re about creating safety, dignity, and genuine connection.
What We Did
We designed and facilitated an Open Space dialogue structured specifically for sensitive topics:
- Safety first — established group norms around listening, confidentiality, and respect
- Diverse participation — ensured all voices were heard, not just the loudest
- Structured openness — clear process, but space for organic conversation
- Values alignment — the entire process reflected Dialograum's commitment to transparency and community
- Normalization — positioned money as a healthy, necessary topic for dialogue
Results
- Difficult conversations happened — participants engaged with money topics authentically
- Community voices were heard — diverse perspectives emerged and were respected
- Taboo was lifted — money moved from "forbidden topic" to "normal conversation"
- Values proven — Dialograum demonstrated their commitment beyond theory