Commonweal conferencing

Prime beneficiary is the general public. It is characterized by analysis of the social process and goal formation. The aims of the conference transcend personal or group needs.[Advantages]

Useful mode for government departments, police and fire services, etc. and for organizations concerned with maintaining or changing the established social system. Useful for building inclusive plans from an objective perspective.

[Disadvantages]

Danger of a paternal and detached view that loses touch with the "beneficiaries", the "general public". The basic problems of maintaining the external democratic influence and finding a way to influence authentically, involve, and evaluate creative input of the "general public".