Let's save the world together!
WE USE IMPROV WITH HUMOUR AND NATURE TO HELP ORGANISATIONS AND THE PEOPLE IN THEM.
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Humour
to engage people
Get your message across better with Sustainable Stand-Up.
Work with your inner truth-teller, comedian, and artist. Learn how to use a nice form of humour to talk about things that matter, in human, engaging, and powerful ways.
We offer:
Public courses
In-company courses
Individual coaching
Co-creation
through improv
Work together smarter and more joyfully with Applied Improvisation.
Develop skills and mindsets which will help you and your colleagues to co-create solutions to the increasingly complex and dynamic issues we all face.
We offer:
In-company workshops
Public workshops
Learning
from nature
Become inherently sustainable with
Thrivable World.
Align your organisation with the principles that help nature and people to thrive.
Create meaningful projects which inspire colleagues, customers, and the planet.
We offer:
Consulting
In-company workshops
Group coaching
Improv Skills for Change Makers
Question: What helps change makers to facilitate real change in complex, dynamic problems?
Answer: Becoming a skillful improviser.
Improvisation as a practice helps us to:
- be more present with ourselves and each other
- engage creatively with what is emerging
- co-create what is needed in the moment
When these skills are applied to the workshops we host, magic happens:
- The wisdom of the group can weave together around a shared intention and find a unique expression.
- We as facilitators have more fun and are better able to create spaces for ourselves and others to explore and expand.
- People come out changed, with clarity on what to do next.
If you are ready to deep-dive into improvisation skills and want to explore how to apply those skills to facilitation of meaningful change, join this public online workshop.
Format
Short pre-workshop questionnaire about you, what you do, and changes you want in the world.
Session 1: Live, online and highly interactive. Intro to improvisation, some powerful improv games, two super useful models, some brain science, and getting clarity on the change you want to support.
Homework: Try some of what we learned at work/in life. Notice what happens. Bring that experience to session 2.
Session 2: Live, online and highly interactive. Reflection, some design & facilitation tips, you design and facilitate something. We all reflect on what made each experience powerful and minor tweaks that might take what you did to the next level.
Short post-workshop questionnaire to help us reflect and gather the learning to benefit the group.
Timing
Session 1: Friday, 13 October from 8am to 11am CET, 2pm to 5pm Hong Kong, 7am to 10am UK.
Session 2: Friday, 27 October from 8am to 11am CET, 2pm to 5pm Hong Kong, 7am to 10am UK.
Fee
150 GBP
Process
Book now. Only 15 places available. In order to get the benefits of this interactive workshop, you need to attend both session 1 and 2.
Contact
If you have any questions, please email us here.
Click the 'buy now' button to purchase your place in the workshop.
Gain clarity working with others and
a powerful peer coaching tool.
Our theme: What is ours to do now on Earth.
Friday, 22 September, 2023. 830am-1130am CET (3 hours). Maximum 8 people.
The focus for this session is to deepen our individual and collective connection with what is ours to do now on Earth.
We will be working with the powerful peer coaching tool called the Flow Game.
The process includes:
1. Getting clarity on a question that is meaningful to you,
2. Practicing holding space for others to unfold meaningful insights, and
3. Benefiting from resonate learning in a safe space.
Where: Online (Zoom link will be provided.)
Limit: 8 people
Price: 35 GBP* (*Special introductory price.)
Testimonials
Some lovely feedback we got from our clients.
Darshita Gillies
Entrepreneur and Global System Integrator, on our Sustainable Stand Up
“The concept is beautiful ... the ability to learn the art to articulate very
tricky, boring, serious stuff in a fun way is definitely a skill to have ...
I love the approach - it is very inviting.”
Caron Bradshaw
Chief Executive at Charity Finance Group (CFG), on our Applied Improvisation
“So many different trainers and experts that I’ve seen over the years will go:
“Here is my programme”. And whatever you talk to them about they will be coming back to their default, this is my programme, this is how I’m doing it. But what Belina does is a much more of a listening approach that genuinely tries to understand what the problem is that you are seeking to resolve and then co-creates with you a resolution for it and not imposes just a different way of saying “This is my solution.” ..”
Julian Giacomelli
President of RISE Kombucha Inc., on our Thrivable World
“We worked with Belina on several internal thrivability-focussed meetings and workshops, as well as on an eco-system event. In the workshops, we helped give voice to everyone in the company on how we might better align ourselves more fully with nature, and with a way of working, that feels alive, meaningful and inspiring. In our ecosystem event, we had our whole company, supporters, customers, suppliers, artists, and musicians come together to celebrate and embody how our company works and dream with us what comes next. The insights gained from these meetings, workshops, and the event were invaluable."
Leading the way to Thrivability:
A residential learning adventure at
the Eden Project for leaders wanting organisations to be a positive force for good.
It's a creative leadership workshop. It's a learning adventure. And it's a Thrivable World Quest. Join us at the Eden Project to explore how we can transform what we value in organisations, how we engage with others, and our relationship with nature, so that our organisations can become forces for regenerative good in the world.
A 3-day residential Thrivable leadership workshop/adventure/quest at the Eden Project in Cornwall, UK
Friday 13 September to Sunday 15 September 2019
Places limited to 12 people. Will you join us?
Book now.
On the gorgeous Eden Project campus, we will dive into these juicy topics:
- How might we change what we value in organisations in order to expand the scope of profound goodness our organisations can manifest?
- What are some ways to engage everyone in our organisation in positive change?
- What would be different if our organisations intentionally helped life on the planet to thrive?
Interested in participating?
We would love to work with you!
Join us and we will also work to expand the mindsets and behaviours needed to increase our personal compassion, adaptability, and resilience in what many experts predict are tricky times ahead.
This highly participative three-day leadership workshop/learning adventure/Thrivable World Quest, is designed to help you rethink how organisations do business, and how leaders can lead. One that better positions you to lead organisations so they can manifest positive change for people and the planet.
Who is this for?
We want to hear from you!
This is an open workshop for leaders from any background and sector looking to make a positive difference and explore a new life-based ‘operating system’ for organisations.
You'll mix with people from a range of sectors who are all on a similar journey, giving you access to a living network of collaborators, experiences and insights. Expect to share time with social entrepreneurs, change agents, and leaders from the public, private, and third sectors.
What will you get out of it?
Lots of things!
Enhanced leadership skills. Take this inspiring weekend to expand, refine, and energise the vision you have for organisations as a force for good.
Planning skills. The invitation to turn inspirational ideas, insights and examples into action.
Collaboration skills. New ways of engaging others in doing things together which are more harmonious with the joyful side of our human nature.
Perceptual skills. A much deeper understanding of, and involvement with, the vibrancy of your organisation.
Closer connections with colleagues and peers.
Inspiration and concrete examples. The unique ability to speak with experienced leaders who actively align organisations with nature and the best of people.
Learn more
Email us for our pdf on the workshop.
Your facilitators/guides/hosts
Your facilitators/guides/hosts are two wonderful women, each with a passion and track record to change how things are done, and each with experience in a complementary areas.
Caron Bradshaw
CEO of CFG (The Charity Finance Group)
Caron has bravely and skilfully broadened the conversation in the charity finance sector beyond 'business as usual' to include such radical things as innovation, ecosystems, and love. She is the Chief Executive of Charity Finance Group, a leading charity which supports social change organisations in being efficient, effective and sustainable through financial management and financial leadership . She has 25 years of experience in and around the charity sector, is trained as a Barrister and has been recognised for her leadership skills (through various sector awards).
Belina Raffy
CEO of Maffick
Belina Raffy, helps people to improvise in ways that are in tune with our best nature and with the planet. She is a change specialist, world renowned applied improvisation expert, and Thrivable World Quest co-creator. She has worked with groups around the world to better align organisations with nature. Founder-director of UK-based consultancy Maffick, and with an MBA under her belt, Belina specialises in developing communication, co-creation and change skills with people so that we can better align our businesses with how nature and people thrive. Her book came out in April 2019, called 'Using improv to save the world (and me)'.
Interested in participating, yet want to chat before you book your place?
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Two workshops and a talk in Slovenia
Check out what we have in Ljubljana
Who is Belina Raffy?
The empress and director of Maffick Ltd, Applied Improvisation and Thrivability
thought-leader, Thrivable World Quest co-founder and global captain.
She used to work for a big bank in London and New York and saw a bunch
of people burning out. She thought 'there's got to be a better way
than this.' and did an MBA at Cranfield School of Management to
relax and regroup.
She started studying and applying improvisation skills to work.
Skills which help us to navigate uncertainty, co-create deeply.
Her work is increasingly exploring how we might totally transform
our organisations so that we (and the organisations we are in)
serve life beautifully. Belina believes improvisation is vital for
what the world is facing now - and it is her passion to spread
these mindsets, practices and skills as much as possible, as
well as to support others who do this with breathtaking ability.
And oh, she is writing this book called
Using Improv to Save the World (and me) ...
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Thoughts, musings, and ruminations.
September 15, 2020 · SDG2030,HumourWhen I spoke with Izzy from the environmental charity Earthwatch Europe about her experience of supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6 on clean water and sanitation, an image came to mind: the tower of Babel. In an attempt to come together and build a bridge to heaven, we seem...Using improv to save the world (and me)
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London – Using improv to save the world (and me) workshop
For change agents wanting new approaches to engage themselves and others in meaningful change
London, Saturday September 9, 1015 - 1700
A whole day of practical, inspiring and engaging mindsets and behaviours for people doing good in the world
This workshop is for anyone interested in changing things for the better, and who wants to boost their confidence, creativity, and delight about doing so. The workshop will cover:
- Useful mindsets for the 'inner game' of creating change
- Practicing the art of engaging others to create better solutions than you could have imaged
- Deep listening, acting on your intuition, and short turn taking as a way to navigate complex systems.
Belina co-founded a global learning adventure which involved hundreds of people in over 14 cities around the world. She is currently writing a book "Using improv to save the world (and me)". And she also teaches at the Berlin School of Life the course "How to Change the World".
Workshop is in central London. £175. Book your place here.
- Reserve your place for the London Workshop
Melbourne – Thrivability: The natural way in business
A 1-day and 1/2 day workshop featuring the Eden Project on how to align your organisation, mindset and behaviour with nature
Melbourne
Wednesday August 9, 1-day workshop, or Thursday August 10, 1/2-day workshop
Join either the 1-day, or 1/2 day engaging, intensive, and practical workshop to holistically reimagine organisations aligned with the ways that nature and people thrive.
We are excited to partner with Grimshaw, Thrive Hub Melbourne and the world famous Eden Project in a unique event.
In these highly engaging workshops for change agents and people in organisations looking to make a positive change, find out how you can use the wisdom of people and nature to revitalise your business.
We’ll explore a holistic approach to aligning organisations with how humans and the planet thrive, and help you find next steps towards internal projects.
Everyone plays an active role, and you will learn from and be inspired by your fellow participants from different backgrounds and industries, as well as practical stories by the Eden Project.
To see an overview of the one-day workshop, click here, and for the half-day workshop, click here. To book your place, click 'buy now' below.
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Singapore – Three applied improvisation workshops
Workshop facilitation for women, Co-creation skills, and Using improv to save the world
Singapore, Workshop Facilitation for Women
Tuesday August 29, 3-630pm
In this women only workshop, we will focus on mindsets and practices which help to boost confidence, relevance, and adaptability while facilitating a workshop. The workshop will cover:
- Increasing your range/bringing more of yourself to the way you facilitate
- Practical ways you can co-create with your participants to ensure high engagement
- Strategies to deal with difficult participants
This highly active workshop is for women who facilitate workshops and want to increase the level of skill, confidence and effectiveness of their facilitation.
Workshop (3pm - 630pm) followed by a chocolate and wine reception (645 - 730pm).
Price $75 SGD.
Singapore, Co-creation skills for entrepreneurs, designers, engineers, change agents, and activators
Wednesday August 30, 3-630pm
In this highly interactive workshop for entrepreneurs, designers, engineers, change agents and activators, you will be introduced to some core co-creation mindsets and behaviours which will help you to bring inspired solutions to the world. The workshop will cover:
- Creating a safe space for yourself and others to be creative
- Ways to boost lateral thinking
- Practising the art of accepting and building on ideas
This workshop is for anyone who works with others to co-create solutions and are looking for practical and proven ways to enhance the quality and engagement of those ideas.
Price $75 SGD.
Singapore, Using Improv to Save the World: A workshop for people interested in changing things for the better
Wednesday August 30, 7-930pm
This engaging workshop is for anyone interested in changing things for the better, and who want to boost their confidence, creativity, and delight about doing so. The workshop will cover:
- Useful mindsets for the 'inner game' of creating change
- Practicing the art of engaging others to create better solutions than you could have imaged
- Deep listening, acting on your intuition, and short turn taking as a way to navigate complex systems.
Belina co-founded a global learning adventure which involved hundreds of people in over 14 cities around the world. She is currently writing a book "Using improv to save the world (and me)". And she also teaches at the Berlin School of Life the course "How to Change the World".
Price $60 SGD.
Reserve your place for a Singapore workshop(s)
Four sessions of 40 minutes of online personal consulting
You and me, talking about how to help you make the world better
£575 for 4 sessions of 40 mins
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Who is part of the Maffick family?
These are the people that help Maffick save the world
Belina Raffy
Empress of improv, humour and thrivability
Ana Kyra Bekš
(Service) Design thinker, doer and explorer
Paul Z Jackson
Solutions Finder
Michelle Holliday
Thrivability Consultant
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