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Who are We the People–Who Is Being Pushed Out? 2/3
Who is democracy for? In this free, three-part discussion series, we will help each other explore the issue of who belongs as a full participant in American democracy – and who gets excluded. We’ll explore our questions and concerns about people who are excluded and we’ll discuss how we can respond to the forces that…
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The Power of Empathy Conversation
Empathy goes beyond concern or sympathy. Empathy is stepping into the shoes of another with the intention to better understand and feel what they are experiencing. It is expressed in our choice to be fully present with someone and listen beyond their words for their feelings and unmet needs. Knowing that at least one other…
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Who are We the People–Who Is Being Pushed Out? 1/3
Who is democracy for? In this free, three-part discussion series, we will help each other explore the issue of who belongs as a full participant in American democracy – and who gets excluded. We’ll explore our questions and concerns about people who are excluded and we’ll discuss how we can respond to the forces that…
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Month of Nonviolence
The 12th Annual Month of Non-Violence, Families, Voters Rights and Opportunities, October 1-31, 2023, is sponsored by Black Women for Positive Change, an inter-faith, multicultural, inter-generation organization of Women and Good Brothers. The overall mission is to “Change the Culture of Violence in America, and the World.” Individuals, Organizations, Schools, Businesses and Faith Institutions are…
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Conversations From Your Spiritual Core
Conversations about challenging issues require us to see others at a personal, innately spiritual level. This is the essential first step on the path into a tough conversation and, like a spiral, one we need to return to repeatedly. So how do we do this? Take the first step with “Conversations from Your Spiritual Core.” This…
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Relationships First Conversation
How we treat each other is the difference between a great place to live and a bad place to live. We shape our world through relationships. Most people agree we want communities where all people have dignity and respect. Yet respectful interactions are often not what we see modeled in the media and in politics….
