Introduction

We will explore another aspect of the International Council’s first strategic priority (of strengthening the lineage of responsibility) – how we make decisions.  

In Triratna we emphasise consensual decision-making, but different people have different ideas about what this means in practice. What are the principles that underpin consensus and is it always appropriate or necessary to seek it?  

At this meeting we will work towards a common understanding of consensus and try to establish a clear decision-making model (or models) that we can recommend for use across Triratna.  

A stimulus document has been produced which we ask you to read in advance. It is not a proposal but just to get us thinking.

• Arthavadin welcomes us and introduces the session
• 3.30 IC members introduce themselves
• 25:50 plenary from chapter discussions