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Negotiating Successfully with Allies Around Confidentiality

Published by: Alicia Aikens, JD

Despite our best intentions, relationships between professionals can sometimes be a barrier to effective collaborations, and confidentiality is often the scapegoat for relationship breakdowns. Using proven negotiation, communication, and listening techniques, community allies can break down barriers, protect confidentiality and achieve community-level goals.

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