Pathways to Repair
Pathways to Repair offers a dynamic, accessible model for transforming division into dialogue. Through story-based engagements and facilitated discussions, they equip participants to engage with empathy and accountability across lines of difference—including political, racial, and generational divides. In a time of increasing polarization, their work helps build the social cohesion and trust needed to create resilient, equitable communities.
Summer Learning Toolkit
Summer learning loss disproportionately impacts students from low-income communities. This toolkit offers research-backed strategies and practical tools to help bridge that gap—ensuring that summer becomes a time for growth, not regression.
The School of Thought International
The world faces a rising tide of misinformation, conspiracy theories, and polarizing narratives. The School of Thought equips individuals and communities with skills like probabilistic reasoning, metacognition, and fallacy awareness—essential tools to strengthen democratic capacities and collective resilience.
July 25th - National Arts in Health Day
The arts are more than enrichment—they are vital tools for emotional resilience, trauma recovery, and collective healing. This national day of recognition helps institutionalize the power of creative expression in public health systems, especially for marginalized and underserved communities.
Webinar: July 24th 9:30am Social Connection Across Divides
We live in a moment of growing mistrust, misinformation, and misunderstanding. Yet, More in Common's data shows that the majority of Americans actually want to connect across divides—they just don't know how. This session reveals how shared values, dignity, and common goals can help restore trust in our communities and democracy.
Charter for Compassion
In a polarized world, compassion offers a unifying force that transcends politics, religion, and nationality. The Charter mobilizes individuals and institutions to root their work in empathy, equity, and moral courage—key ingredients for inclusive and just societies.
August 8th- THINK VISUAL with Amélie (Ayaka) Uriu
From policy to placemaking, visual tools help people of all backgrounds make sense of complexity and co-create solutions. THINK VISUAL creates an accessible space to learn and practice human-centered techniques that honor community voices and advance shared goals.
Rebuilding Together Houston
Safe, stable housing is foundational for health, opportunity, and community resilience. Rebuilding Together Houston goes beyond construction—they build hope, preserve family legacies, and strengthen neighborhood identity by restoring homes for those often left out of equitable housing access.
Toolkit: Overcoming Fear in Public Speaking
Whether you're preparing for a civic speech, hosting a community meeting, or simply speaking up at work, the fear of public speaking is real—and common. This toolkit is a quick, powerful resource for community members at any stage of engagement who want to build confidence and clarity in their voice.
July 22nd —Applying the 6 Points of Connection
Civic healing starts with personal and collective wellness. By examining how trauma intersects with culture, race, and systemic injustice, this event invites civic actors to understand trauma not just as a clinical issue, but as a community concern—and to move toward healing-centered, culturally grounded solutions.
She Ran a Vintage Store. Now She’s Reuniting Flood Victims With Precious Belongings.
In the wake of disaster, it wasn’t just infrastructure that was lost—it was identity, history, and memory. Dondi's grassroots effort is a powerful reminder that compassion, community organizing, and digital connection are essential parts of civic resilience. This act of mutual aid highlights how everyday people can become keepers of hope.
Third Grade Teacher Delights Students
This act isn’t just adorable — it’s a model of connection and belonging. In an age of increasing classroom detachment, Ms. Shabir rebuilt trust and identity, one handcrafted doll at a time. Plus, the story reminds us that simple, thoughtful actions can profoundly impact civic culture, community respect, and human dignity.
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