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Figure 8. Group discussions and results in the event for food system issues
prioritization

2.3.2. During the dialogues

During the dialogues, the organizers should follow the below guidance.

Table 4. Guidance for organizers during the dialogue event

Roles Guidance
Curators • Open the dialogue: Introduce guests, discussion topics, and
explain the purpose and expected outcomes of the dialogue.

• Guide and encourage participants’ engagement: Present key
information and topics and encourage participants to engage with
the facilitators during the group discussion.

• Summarize and highlight outcomes: Facilitate group
reflections, invite facilitators to share insights, and ensure the
summary of key discussion outcomes and future commitments.

• Create an enabling environment: Set a respectful and
constructive tone, allowing diverse perspectives to be shared
openly and respectfully.

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