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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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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….
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Forgiveness Conversation
The first of The Four Sacred Gifts is – Forgive the Unforgivable. Why? How? Must we? Forgiving wrongs, intentional, unintentional,historic, big and small is not a simple thing. For many of us this can be very challenging. There are so many ways that we are hurt by others and that we hurt others in our…
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The Opportunity Gap Conversation
Generally speaking, opportunity gap refers to inputs (the unequal or inequitable distribution of resources and opportunities), while achievement gap refers to outputs (the unequal or inequitable distribution of educational results and benefits). America prides itself on creating the opportunity for all citizens to “pull themselves up by their bootstraps.” We aspire to have a fair…
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2023 Bridge-Building Innovation Showcase
You’re invited to celebrate Americans nationwide who are building peace by problem-solving locally across generational, racial, religious, and political differences. Check out six incredible teams selected from a competitive application process to showcase their efforts at the 2023 Bridge-Building Innovation VIRTUAL Showcase on Oct 19 @ 4 pm PT / 5 pm MT/ 6 pm / 7 pm ET on Zoom!…
