Appreciative Inquiry: An Innovative Approach for DERT
Author: Beth Anderson
Editor: Anne Radford
Publisher: Appreciative Inquiry, Issue 6
Copyright 1999
Annotation: Professionals in the Division of Extramural Research and Training (DERT) at the National Institute of Environmental Health Services (NIEHS) determine what research should be conducted and then find the best scientists to do the work. Before adopting Appreciative Inquiry, group members worked in isolation and focused on their own tasks. At a Division-wide retreat, Appreciative Inquiry was used to help the staff engage in dialogue and work together as a group. Following the retreat, a Community Builders Committee (CBC) was established. CBC’s goal is to improve the Division’s teamwork and work environment by bringing out the best in people and encouraging good communication and empowerment. While change is slow, CBC is on track for creating a better environment at DERT.
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