Bravery in Motion: Women’s History and Future Beyond Violence honors Women’s History Month through a virtual learning event to refine public awareness of violence against women with an attention to the past, present, and future of women’s empowerment. In this collaborative community discussion (in which people of all genders are welcome), participants will explore a…
Take the Unify Challenge, a guided video conversation that you will take with another American who may vote or think differently than you. It is a small but powerful way for everyday people to heal our national divide. Consider this your official invitation to step out of your “bubble.” We the People can lead the…
Vulnerability- weakness or courage? It’s a commonly held misconception that vulnerability is equal to weakness. In reality, vulnerability is an empowering act of courageous openness. It gives us permission to be accepted and the opportunity to be resilient if we’re rejected. It’s the ability to be heard and to hear — and to acknowledge that…
Speakers’ Series event about how to “Scale Mount Polarization” THIS Tuesday, 3/28: Join us for the first event from our Speakers Series’ Committee: “Scaling Mount Polarization: Is dialogue the best way to reach the summit, or is there a better way to blaze the trail (mass messaging, debates, policy change)?” Cheryl Graeve, National Organizer -…
How is truth important for a healthy democracy? What are the sources for getting and testing the truth? Where and how do untruths threaten the health of democracy? And what can we do, as a society and as individuals, to meet these challenges? In this series we’ll work together to explore these questions and more in…
Our very special guest, a former Fox News political editor, gives us an inside view of the rage-driven political environment we’ve found ourselves plunged into. From Amazon: “Rage revenue-addicted news companies are plagued by shoddy reporting, sensationalism, groupthink, and brain-dead partisan tribalism. Newsrooms rely on emotion-driven blabber to entrance conflict-addled super users.” We think that…
HOW CAN WE BUILD STRONGER RELATIONSHIPS? HEAR THE UNIQUE PERSPECTIVE OF TWO RELIGIOUS LEADERS.Our last show focused on finding common ground when talking to strangers. In this show, we explore friendship and empathy with two guests who are friends themselves, a Catholic priest and a Protestant pastor.Father Tim Holeda leads Saint Thomas More Co-Cathedral, and…
America’s Public Forum speakers event “Interfaith Bridges, Intrafaith Divides, and Polarization” THIS Thursday, 3/30: Co-hosted by the Rumi Forum, this will be held from 5-7pm at the Friends Meeting House, 2111 Decatur Pl NW, roughly a five-minute walk from the north exit of the Dupont Circle Metro station on the Red Line. Co-chair Luke Phillips…
Couldn’t join us in person? You can listen to the event when it drops on March 30. Love Thy Neighbor. No Exceptions? Does the admonition to love one’s neighbor really come without exceptions? Must churches welcome white nationalists? Gay couples? Trump supporters? BLM activists? January 6 sympathizers? Is everyone my neighbor? And what does love…
Business leaders know that being unprepared is never a good thing. Pennsylvania’s failure to be prepared to announce election results the same day as the contest has become a national embarrassment and an unwelcome tradition. The outcome is that some voters have come to question the reliability of the entire election system. This is all…
The recent bank collapses have many of us turning our attention to our country’s banking system. While pundits are having a field day telling us what the government should have done and what we should be doing now, we’ll explore this topic from a more personal angle, asking what we, as individuals, want from a…
Independents Rising Above the Ashes of Failing Systems! Tired of watching the same old political divisions tear our country apart? Have you grown weary of manipulative partisan talking points and political posturing? Do you want our nation to come together with better solutions, beyond endless cycles of corruption and conflict? What if a new era…
CAN WE FIND REALISTIC SOLUTIONS TO CLIMATE CHANGE? HEAR FROM FORMER POLICYMAKERS VAL DEMINGS & ADAM KINZINGER, AND THOUGHT LEADERS GINA MCCARTHY & BRET STEPHENS. Climate change is becoming an increasingly important issue to voters of all backgrounds. But can we agree on the politics of how to tackle one of the most pressing issues…
Join us in a small group discussion with various people from different perspectives on the topic of healthcare in America.
Over the last two decades, the number of active civil wars around the world has almost doubled. Walter reveals the warning signs— where wars tend to start, who initiates them, what triggers them— and why some countries tip over into conflict while others remain stable. Drawing on the latest international research and lessons from over…
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89845734988Do you need help learning how to use Slack, our messaging service for volunteers? Maybe you need an introduction to Google Docs, which we use for creating and collaborating on documents, presentations, and more. Perhaps you still feel a bit unfamiliar with Zoom.Well, the STAR Voting team is here to help you! On Friday, April…
Our environment shapes our quality of life and similarly, our actions can impact the quality of our surroundings. When it comes to environmental policy initiatives however, this cause and effect relationship can be…complicated.Whether it’s restrictions on buying halogen lightbulbs, using electric car rebates, or paying “green taxes,” we’ve all been directly impacted by one initiative…
Please join Bay College in Michigan in celebrating America’s National Week of Conversation and the International Day of Mastering Conversations that Matter! From April 10th through the 23rd, folks will gather with others to share inspirational and thoughtful ideas by simply using the Daily Haloha app. Other campuses and organizations are encouraged to join in…
The National Day of Dialogue is a nationwide movement that stands up to division and polarization. Founded by Ideos Institute, the National Day of Dialogue (NDOD) is supported by national and international organizations working to build trust, connection, and a more empathic future through the transformative power of dialogue. Building upon the success of NDOD 2023,…
Conversations can be so challenging, especially now. Join Michele each month to go from tension to connection and enjoy better relationships.Transform division and contempt into connection and understandingUse our “7 Ways to Connect” to open the conversation instead of shutting it down.Experience how to shift from cultural and political polarization to bridging divides and building…
HOW CAN AMERICANS BREAK FREE FROM THE CYCLE OF DESTRUCTIVE CONFLICT AND FIND COMMON GROUND?Every day we are bombarded with negative news and polarizing opinions from politicians, pundits, and others who seek attention, power, and money by escalating division. Our guest, Amanda Ripley, calls them “conflict entrepreneurs.”In this episode of Let’s Find Common Ground, Amanda explains why…
Should social media companies moderate content on their platforms and to what extent? Is there a free speech breaking point where controversial speech loses protection under the First Amendment? How should we understand differences between censorship by public versus private actors, and what, if anything, should be done when public actors use their soft power…
This thought-provoking discussion is for business leaders, media, and philanthropists interested in learning about the corporate sector’s role in promoting and sustaining democracy in the United States. The speakers (listed below) will provide unique insights into ways businesses can align their practices with democratic values and principles, as well as how they can work with…
Kindness is simple, powerful, and contagious. It pushes us past niceties toward a sense of belonging and has the potential to heal and strengthen our communities in all their diversity and needs. There are kindness initiatives around the world– celebrations and invitations to notice those around you and extend kindness through words, random acts, or respect. It truly…
An Indigenous Perspective on Climate and the Environment with Darren ParryThe Creation Care Coalition, consisting of the Mormon Environmental Stewardship Alliance, LDS Earth Stewardship, Citizen’s Climate Lobby, and Mormon Women for Ethical Government, is excited to host a collaborative fireside featuring Darren Parry, former Chairman of the Northwestern Band of Shoshone Nation. Darren’s background, knowledge,…
Building Bridges in the Human Family Curious about the anti-black, anti-white divide? Want to discuss race and racism but are afraid to say the wrong thing or offend someone? Want to discuss how we can move on from our tragic past? Join us for a dialog series for people who genuinely want to listen. This…
Gun ownership is an especially divisive topic in America that often branches off into a variety of other discussions on public safety and personal rights. We hear seemingly partisan phrases like gun control and the right to bear arms in response to media coverage of gun violence. And while these events may further influence our…
Join us in the Daily Haloha app for a week of uplifting and thought-provoking daily questions that celebrate conversation and our shared humanity.Reflect, share, and hear from others – anonymously and judgment-free. Download the app today for a 2-minute daily dose of humanity.
As we seek to understand the other side it is key to understand the core values and moral foundations that people are using to make their choices. Want to understand your foundations and the foundations that others might use to make their decisions?Try our 6 minute digital Moral Foundations simulation!
Watch the second panel from the annual Climate Forward conference, held on April 4, 2023 at Town and Gown on the USC campus. The conference brings political VIPs together with USC students and the local community to discuss politically realistic solutions to climate change. Featuring:Gina McCarthy – First Ever White House Climate Advisor & Former…
Watch the first panel from the annual Climate Forward conference at Town and Gown on the USC campus, which brings political VIPs together with USC students and the local community to discuss politically realistic solutions to climate change. Featuring:Val Demings – Former U.S. Representative (D-FL)Adam Kinzinger – Former U.S. Representative (R-IL)Bob Shrum (Moderator) – Director,…
People in workplaces find it difficult to collaborate when they confuse obvious symptoms with underlying problems, fail to recognize the interdependencies across their different concerns, and take responsibility for being part of the solution but not for being part of the problem. In this presentation you will learn how applied systems thinking enables you to…
Struggling to attract, retain and fully engage great talent? It’s not surprising.“The world is closer to colonizing Mars than it is to fixing the world’s broken workplaces.”Nearly 75 percent of global employees now say they are either not engaged or are actively disengaged at work. It’s the lowest level of employee engagement since 2015. Why?…
Please join us for the 2023 National Week of Deliberation online deliberative forum using Common Ground for Action (CGA) on Monday, April 17 at 2:00 pm ET on “Youth & Opportunity: What Should We Do For Future Generations to Thrive?”The College National Week of Deliberation CGA college forum series connects college students from across the…
*PRIVATE EVENT*Sycamore Church in Pickerington, OH will be hosting a Resetting the Table communication skill-building workshop and forum for dialogue across disagreement. Participants will exchange views and personal experiences, surface differences and commonalities, and practice communication skills for addressing differences directly and constructively. The workshop builds community capacity to explore disagreements while strengthening relationships, trust,…
This short film from Emmy-Award-winning Transient Pictures and Resetting the Table tells the story of everyday Americans with opposing viewpoints addressing their differences head-on and discovering the concerns and humanity that lie behind each other’s positions. Filmed in a swing region with the greatest concentration of counties that flipped Obama-to-Trump in the 2016 presidential election,…
Join Holy Dialogues hosts Jeremy Emmert of Converge D.C., Rev. Kim Purl, The Missouri Pastor, and Rev. Marian Edmonds-Allen of Parity for a live, interactive discussion of LGBT and faith.You will see and hear from three very different people tackle a topic – LGBT and Christian faith – that is unnecessarily dividing churches, families, and…
Toxic polarization isn’t only on Twitter. Many companies are witnessing first-hand how contentious social and political issues create workplace conflict and reduce productivity. It’s a bottom-line business issue, and corporate leaders are seeking solutions. How can businesses help repair America’s social fabric — both in and out of the workplace?Join us Tuesday, April 18 at…
Jane Mudgett, Vice Chair of the Peace Harmony Joy Alliance, will introduce the PHJ concepts and tools that can help you live your best life and take relationships with family, friends, colleagues, and community to another level. You’ll learn how to awaken the Peace, Harmony and Joy that exists within you now, and grow it…
*PRIVATE EVENT*This event is part of a Facilitation Training series conducted for community and faith leaders in the DC area, offered in partnership with the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington. Drawing on conflict resolution, mediation, and chaplaincy frameworks, this facilitation training teaches tools and skills that support participants to engage in direct, open conversations across…
Join Holy Dialogues hosts Jeremy Emmert of Converge D.C., Rev. Kim Purl, The Missouri Pastor, and Rev. Marian Edmonds-Allen of Parity for a live, interactive discussion of LGBT and faith.You will see and hear from three very different people tackle a topic – LGBT and Christian faith – that is unnecessarily dividing churches, families, and…
Engaging across difference is needed now more than ever. There are fundamental and tangible skills that help people be better bridge-builders. In this interactive virtual event during the National Week of Conversation, we will share information about Interfaith America’s Bridging the Gap program, which equips people with the knowledge, skills, and opportunity to engage in real engagement with…
International Listening Association Let’s talk about Intercultural Communication One of the great things about the International Listening Association (ILA) is that members come from diverse cultures and experiences. Let’s tap into that and talk about Intercultural Communication! Join us to discuss your own experiences and what you’ve learned or want to learn about Intercultural Communication….
*PRIVATE EVENT*This event is part of a Facilitation Training series for Christian leaders across the country. Drawing on conflict resolution, mediation, and chaplaincy frameworks, this training teaches interventions and skills that support participants to engage in direct, open conversations across charged divides. The training will focus on learning how to ask questions, give reflections, name…
*PRIVATE EVENT*This event is part of a Facilitation Training series conducted for rabbinical students from multiple rabbinical seminaries across the country. Drawing on conflict resolution, mediation, and chaplaincy frameworks, this facilitation training teaches structures and skills that support participants to engage in direct, open conversations across charged divides. The training will focus on learning how…
If you want peace, you don’t talk to your friends. You talk to your enemies. -Desmond TutuThe practice of engaging critically and authentically with those you disagree with is an important competency and skill, especially in highly polarized and charged environments. Dialogue is fundamental to building this competency. Not only is it vital for those…
Our Stories on Race is a project that creates a safe space where a diverse group of people can learn, grow, and understand by sharing their personal stories, experiences, and perceptions on race.We currently has three chapters and over 400 graduates. In this session, we will :Share the origins and mission of the project.Discuss how…
The nature and tone of every conversation you have comes from somewhere inside the human condition. We believe it comes from two areas; your WORLDVIEW and your SOUL. Your WORLDVIEW is your unique perspective on the world and how things should be, your SOUL is the mind-will-and emotions that shape the delivery of what you…
Join individuals across the country as we close the weekend of National Week of Conversation 2023 with the screening of This Land. About the Film: The lives of a diverse array of everyday Americans – including a Native American man grappling with his past, a bi-racial same-sex couple on opposite sides of the aisle, a Trump…
*PRIVATE EVENT*This event is part of a Facilitation Training for Christian leaders across the country. Drawing on conflict resolution, mediation, and chaplaincy frameworks, this training teaches techniques that support participants to engage in direct, open conversations across political differences. The training will focus on learning how to ask questions, give reflections, name differences, and build…
This panel will spotlight how mis- and disinformation show up in workplace settings — from seeding employee discord to putting reputation and legal standing at risk. Panelists will share their experiences with these workplace realities, promising practices for addressing them and the role of listening at the brand and employee levels. Moderator: Deanna Troust, founder, Truth in…
Join us for this collaborative event as we explore the ideas of connection, conversation, and compassion while acquiring the skills to bring them to life. Participants will also have the opportunity to practice those skills with each other and gain the confidence to connect across differences in their personal and professional lives. This event is…
Jane Mudgett, Vice Chair of the Peace Harmony Joy Alliance, will introduce the PHJ concepts and tools that can help you live your best life and take relationships with family, friends, colleagues, and community to another level. You’ll learn how to awaken the Peace, Harmony and Joy that exists within you now, and grow it…
What’s going on in the world of politics? Why does talking politics so often feel off limits or fraught with danger? How can we get back to the good old days when it was OK to disagree and we could still be friends despite different views?In this workshop, you’ll learn the cause of the political…
¿Qué está pasando en el mundo de la política? ¿Por qué hablar de la política se siente tan a menudo como un tema tabú o peligroso? ¿Cómo podemos volver a los viejos tiempos donde estar en desacuerdo no era algo malo, y aún podíamos ser amigos a pesar de las diferentes opiniones?En este taller, aprenderá…
Much of today’s polarization is driven by how we talk with like-minded people about those on the other side. Too often, we stereotype, dismiss, or ridicule our fellow citizens who support the other political party, its leaders, and its policies. Depolarizing Within teaches participants how to be more aware of their own “inner polarizer,” and…
*PRIVATE EVENT*This workshop will offer communication skill-building for charged conversations surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and a forum for dialogue across disagreement. Participants will learn and practice strategies of communication that allow them to articulate their views and share their experiences effectively while inviting curiosity, collaboration, and constructive debate. These are lifelong skills transferable to many…
As part of the National Week of Conversation, Civity is excited to present a virtual workshop focused on connection across difference. Civity is a national nonprofit organization that supports community leaders who want to create a welcoming culture. This workshop will help participants build “social muscle” in their communities, cultivating relationships of respect, empathy and…
Why Do We Disagree ABOUT THE FACTS? Being an informed voter who understands the issues is the responsibility of all citizens. Thanks to the internet and other sources, we have more facts at our fingertips than we could ever hope to take in. Yet, we don’t all have the same facts. This has led to…
*PRIVATE EVENT*First Presbyterian Church of Spruce Pine will be hosting a Resetting the Table communication skill-building workshop for difficult political conversations and a forum for dialogue across disagreement. Participants will exchange views and personal experiences, surface differences and commonalities, and practice communication skills for addressing differences directly and constructively. The workshop builds community capacity to…
On Tuesday, April 25th at 1 – 2:30 PM Eastern, we will explore “Deeper Dive” for deeper connection. Transform division and contempt into connection and understanding Use our “7 Ways to Connect” to open the conversation instead of shutting it down Experience how to shift from cultural and political polarization to bridging divides and building…
War, peace, and the courage to find common ground. Join A Peace of My Mind’s John Noltner for the first in our Creative Changemakers series. We will screen Beyond the Divide, followed by an on-stage interview with the film’s producer and director, Jan Selby. You can view the trailer at https://beyondthedividefilm.com/. Tickets are free but…
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL): Cultivating Essential Skills for Life and Wellbeing is a virtual learning opportunity and community discussion designed to equip parents, caregivers, and others with the knowledge about practices used to cultivate emotional awareness and build resilience among youth. Youth-focused organizations will join us to review a range of programs, activities, and…
We all want to live in a healthy environment, yet most of us make compromises to enjoy the benefits of modern society. And some forms of pollution we have more control over than others. How much influence do citizens have over the quality of the environment they live in? Is keeping our environment healthy good or bad for…
How can we determine whether sources are credible? The News Literacy Project is offering a free webinar series to help you successfully navigate the crowded and rapidly changing information landscape.April 12, 19 and 26 | 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT. Register once to access all three sessions.Session 1 | April 12: What is…
WHAT IS THE TRUE STATE OF AMERICAN POLITICAL OPINION? NEW RESEARCH CHALLENGES ASSUMPTIONS.It’s often said that America is as politically divided as it has ever been. In this week’s show, we dive into the data from two different groups that study American attitudes. What they discovered challenges many assumptions about the current state of US…
Couldn’t join us in person? You can listen to the event when it drops on April 27. At the core of the deep societal divisions we navigate every day is an assumption that we share little with “those people” with whom we share a country—a belief that leaves us on dangerous ground as a nation….
This session is designed for anyone who wants to learn the basics of community organizing. This is the first time we’ve run this training in a while, and we’re excited to see you there. In this training, we’ll go over key concepts in organizing, what people power is all about, and why organizing can be…
Depolarizing Within workshop on Sunday, April 30: Thanks to those who attended the Skills Workshop last weekend. We’re holding the next workshop late next month. Depolarizing Within allows Americans to examine their own inner polarization and learn strategies to disagree without condemning or ridiculing others. This will be held from 1:30-4:30pm, also in Meeting Room…
As many of you know, last week was the National Week of Conversation, a week of rich and varied events designed to help us reduce toxic polarization and become informed voters. One of the events I found most interesting was hosted by Deanna Troust, founder of Truth in Common. At this week’s Crossing Party Lines Conversation, we’ll…