Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2001
Published In
International Journal Of Public Administration
Abstract
Drawing from a social constructionist theoretical orientation, and a range of congenial practices, we propose the concept of transformative dialogue which stresses relational responsibility, self-expression, affirmation, coordination, reflexivity, and the co-creation of new realities. We see conversational moves that accomplish these aims as highly promising; at the same time there is no attempt in the present article to suggest these as ultimate solutions to employ in situations of conflict. The present is an attempt to generate a potentially useful vocabulary rather than a strict set of rules for negotiating among incommensurate realities.
Recommended Citation
Kenneth J. Gergen, S. McNamee, and F. Barrett.
(2001).
"Toward Transformative Dialogue".
International Journal Of Public Administration.
Volume 24,
Issue 7/8.
697-707.
DOI: 10.1081/PAD-100104770
https://works.swarthmore.edu/fac-psychology/412
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