The Power of Order: How Structure Transforms Meetings, Decisions, and Voices

PARLI POWER TALKS
A TED-Talks Style Experience for District Three
The Power of Order
Transforming Meetings, Decisions, and Voices
Thursday, June 18, 2026
7:00 PM CDT
What if the problem with most meetings isn’t the people in the room-but the way the conversation is
structured?
District Three is introducing something new.
Join us for an engaging Parli Power Talks experience-a TED-Talks style three-part presentation
designed to transform how you think about meetings, decision-making, and participation.
In this dynamic series, you’ll discover why meetings often feel unproductive, how a single well-crafted
sentence can turn discussion into action, and why structure is the key to ensuring every voice is heard.

What You’ll Experience

• The Meeting Isn’t the Problem
• The Hidden Power of a Motion
• Order Creates Voices
What You’ll Gain

• A new perspective on meetings
• Practical decision-making tools
• Stronger, more inclusive participation
• Greater trust in outcomes

Take It Further
After attending, you’ll be able to partner with fellow parliamentarians to deliver a set of three (3) impactful
20-minute presentations-bringing Parli Power Talks to your units, organizations, and communities.
This is more than a presentation-it’s a new way to share parliamentary knowledge