KStoolkit: Fishbowl technique

This webpage from the KnowledgeSharing Toolkit website offers a guide on how the Fishbowl Technique can be used for stakeholder engagement in a variety of settings.

"Fishbowl processes provide a creative way to include the “public” in a small group discussion. They can be used in a wide variety of settings, including workshops, conferences, organizational meetings and public assemblies. Fishbowls are useful for ventilating “hot topics” or sharing ideas or information from a variety of perspectives. When the people in the middle are public officials or other decision-makers, this technique can help bring transparency to the decision-making process and increase trust and understanding about complex issues." (kstoolkit)

Contents

• What is a fishbowl process?
• When to use it
• As a facilitator, how do I implement a fishbowl process?
• Timing 
• Some variations for conferences
• Tips and Lessons Learnt
• Related Options / Tools / Practices
• Resources