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Ćakula (Chit-chat)
Method

Ćakula (Chit-chat)

Croatia
Contributor
Duration
1-2 hours
Where can it be used
Indoor / outdoor / online / public space / classroom / community space
Group size
Any
Objective
Ćakula (Chit-chat) is a tool that gathers local communities in a place of sharing, thinking and being. Inspired by the Latourian Parliament of Things, Ćakula offers a nonconforming method, time and space to rethink the notions of agency, mandate, community and place.

When to use it

understanding context, planning actions, decision-making, reflection

Step-by-step guide

STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE

1. Define the Context

Choose a location or a problem.
Identify the community, stakeholders, and key issues.
Understand who should be involved in the conversation.
Think about how your actions can support positive change.

2. Make a Promise

Commit to the process beyond a single event.
Gather a group of motivated collaborators.
Promise to listen, amplify needs, and support the community over time.

3. Prepare the Ćakula

Organize a meeting place and basic logistics.
Ensure everyone feels welcome and comfortable.
Assign a moderator and prepare guiding questions.
Stay flexible and let participants shape the discussion.

4. Document Everything

Record conversations through notes, audio, video, or surveys.
Review and evaluate each Ćakula afterward.
Learn from mistakes and improve future sessions.
Preserve and share the knowledge created by the community.

5. Experiment

Try different formats and settings for discussions.
Encourage creativity, movement, and participation.
Adapt the process to the community’s needs.
Focus on building connection and solving problems together.

Materials needed

no specific materials required

Tips for facilitators

group dynamics, inclusion, ethics, common difficulties

Possible variations

Method in practice