Program for Humility and Conviction

Promotes intellectual humility and constructive dialogue across ideological differences in public discourse

Primary audience
General Public
Work area
Civic Engagement
Topic
Public Discourse

About Organization

The organization conducts research and engagement initiatives to foster healthier public conversations by encouraging intellectual humility—awareness of cognitive limitations and openness to evidence. Through its Humility and Conviction in Public Life project, it explores how people can hold strong beliefs while remaining open-minded and respectful in dialogue with those who disagree.

What They Focus On

Intellectual Humility Research

Exploring how cognitive awareness and responsiveness to evidence can transform public conversations

Cross-Ideological Dialogue

Creating spaces where people with different convictions engage respectfully and productively

Public Discourse Repair

Developing practical methods to heal polarization and promote meaningful civic engagement

How They Work

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  • 01

    Research Foundation

    Conduct academic research on intellectual humility and its role in public dialogue

  • 02

    Engagement Design

    Develop evidence-based frameworks for constructive conversation across ideological differences

  • 03

    Public Programming

    Facilitate dialogue sessions and workshops that model humility-centered communication

  • 04

    Impact Assessment

    Evaluate and refine approaches based on participant feedback and outcomes

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Program for Humility and Conviction

Research on Intellectual Humility

Investigates how awareness of cognitive biases and limitations can improve public discourse quality

Public Engagement Initiatives

Facilitates meaningful conversations across ideological divides using evidence-based dialogue approaches

Conviction and Humility Training

Develops methods for balancing deeply held beliefs with openness to alternative perspectives

Team & Leadership

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