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"This book gives you clear, simple ways to understand how we became so divided. The authors share their own stories about changing their minds and learning from others. Then they give you exercises to try yourself. Use this book with family, friends, neighbors, or anyone you want to understand better."
— Susan Clark, coauthor of Slow Democracy
"Today's growing division and dehumanization cannot just be countered by amassing more forces on one side. We see the act of bridging and listening across differences as critical for the progressive movement to meet this moment."
— Othering and Belonging Institute, UC Berkeley
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Build community, find courage, and advance democracy by hosting a Dinner for Democracy or Coffee for Change. Get everything you need to gather friends, neighbors, and colleagues for meaningful conversations and collective action.
Evidence Action
Scaling proven, cost-effective solutions to reduce the burden of poverty for hundreds of millions of people across Africa and Asia. Every program is backed by rigorous evidence from randomized controlled trials.
Four programs reaching 530+ million people: Safe Water Now, Deworm the World, Equal Vitamin Access, and Syphilis-Free Start.
"Through real-world research, policy analysis, and practical advice, we guide state and federal policymakers in advancing evidence-based solutions that increase affordability and improve access to care."
"I've experienced a number of times where I found myself thinking, 'Oh I never thought of it that way' or I recognized that someone else's experience opened me up to a new way of seeing that topic. I found myself seeing something for the first time."
— Conversation Participant
"We can disagree and stand firm for our beliefs and principles, but we should never forget the dignity of the other human being. I'm proud to join Governors across the nation in demonstrating that civility is not a weakness."
— Governor Bill Lee, Tennessee
Why This Matters
For Renters: Rent jumped 9% in one year. Many families must choose between rent and other basic needs.
For Homebuyers: Home prices rose faster than incomes. The typical family can't afford the typical home.
For Communities: Over 500,000 people live in areas threatened by floods, heat, and bad air.
For Policy Makers: Climate and housing problems are connected. Solutions must address both.
For Our Future: Houston is becoming less affordable and less safe to live in.
These four webinars from the Constructive Dialogue Institute give college leaders, educators, and student organizers practical tools for building campus cultures where people can talk across differences. Learn from real examples at leading universities.
What This Series Offers
Research-backed strategies from leading universities
Practical tools you can use right away
Real examples from campus dialogue programs
Expert guidance from university leaders
Free recordings you can watch anytime