Table 2

Analytical dialogue framework

Element of dialogueMeaning
PurposeWhat are the actors' goals and preferences? How are the answers and goals formulated?
Main actors involved in the dialogueWho are the actors involved in the dialogue? What are their perspectives?
Organisation (material context and power dynamics)How is the dialogue organised? What is the context and social setting for the dialogue?
OutputsWhat are the material results of the dialogue?
Outcome(s)What was achieved through the dialogue? What was the objective of the dialogic process (agreement, rational disagreement, appreciation of the complexity of issues)? What “desired change” does the dialogue promote?

Source(s): Based on Brown (2009), Bebbington et al. (2007) 

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