Unconference FAQ
Here are some common questions about the Parts Work Unconference. If you are still curious after reading, you are always welcome to contact us.
What is an unconference?
An unconference is a participant-driven meeting. See more here.
Is the event only for IFS-trained practitioners?
No, it is open to everyone, from curious beginners to experts. We seem to attract a fair share of practitioners (more than 50% of the participants), but also many curious beginners and people with a lived experience to share.
What can I expect?
A mostly open schedule that we will create together. The schedule will contain sessions and topics proposed by participants. Find out more here.
Can I propose a session?
Everyone can and yes, please do! You can either propose a session in advance, or propose one at the beginning of the event.
Do I have to propose a session to participate?
Not at all! Bring as much as you want, and can. Anyone is welcome to just join the proposed sessions. Many get inspired to propose something once they see others do it — no pressure, of course.
Do I need to be an expert to propose a topic or session?
Absolutely not! You are welcome to bring your curiosity, and to propose a topic that you would want to see discussed. There is no guarantee that an expert will show up, but meeting with other "non-experts" with the same curiosity and a lived experience to discuss something can be incredibly valuable and deep.
Will this be group therapy?
No. This event is not intended as a replacement for any existing or potential therapeutic or learning process. This is an event for IFS practitioners, IFS-informed people, and curious humans, to share ideas and connect about our practice.
Where do I get a ticket?
Tickets are on our Ticket Tailor page when an event is scheduled. They are free (we gladly accept donations), tickets help us getting an idea of the number of participants and planning the event accordingly.
Will I get a qualification out of this?
We would love if you did, but no, not really! The IFS Collective is not an IFSI-affiliated entity or individual. Therefore, the IFS Institute does not assume any liability or responsibility regarding its contents or the qualification that attendance to this event may entail.
Attendance to this event shall not entitle any participant to:
- take part in any IFSI-arranged official IFS training, at Level 1, 2 or 3.
- get IFS continuing education programme credits.
- obtain, or meet specific requirements to obtain, any kind of IFS certification or accreditation.