How to facilitate if you don't understand the topic very well?

In order to make sure you are coming in from the right perspective:

• You can ask clarifying questions to check if you have the right understanding
• Simply ask for a short intake beforehand
• Make sure you tune in and listen to their conversations in depth.

But most importantly, if you do not feel comfortable as a facilitator then listen to this gut feeling. It is good to stretch yourself, but don’t go to the extreme.