 NCDD Sustaining Partner, The Interactivity Foundation’s Collaborative Discussion Project (CDP) Toolkit helps educators foster meaningful dialogue, promoting collaboration, critical thinking, and cultural competence. By emphasizing consent in discussions, it provides adaptable activities to create inclusive learning environments. Educators praise its practicality and impact on teaching, encouraging creative and constructive engagement. Read more in the blog post below.
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Empowering Youth to Find Their Purpose: Interactivity Foundation's Path to Purpose Resources4/15/2025  The Interactivity Foundation, a valued NCDD Sustaining Partner, is empowering young people through their Path to Purpose initiative. This includes the newly launched Path to Purpose: Making a Difference journal and a free companion User Guide for educators, mentors, and parents. These resources offer step-by-step discussion plans, adaptable teaching strategies, and reflection prompts to help guide youth in discovering their values and creating meaningful change. Whether you're an educator or community leader, you can access these tools to inspire purposeful action. Read more in the blog post below.
 The Empathy Circle Summits, hosted by The Empathy Center, bring together people passionate about empathic communication to foster deeper human connections. The next summit is Saturday, April 5th. Attendees will gain personal growth, professional development, and hands-on experience in empathic listening. Supported by the International Listening Association (ILA), a Network Partner of the National Coalition for Dialogue and Deliberation, this event promotes a more empathetic, connected world. Read more in the blog post below.
 The National Coalition for Dialogue and Deliberation (NCDD) is excited to welcome a talented group of interns who are passionate about fostering meaningful conversations and bridging divides. Coming from diverse academic backgrounds, each intern brings unique skills and fresh perspectives to support NCDD’s mission. From public affairs and communications to leadership and conflict resolution, their collective expertise will help drive impactful initiatives in dialogue and deliberation. Get to know these inspiring individuals and their aspirations for creating change. Read more in the blog post below.
 The National Issues Forums Institute (NIFI) is excited to launch a new Naming & Framing Collaborative—a space designed to connect practitioners, share deliberative writing expertise, and highlight existing projects across the NIFI network. This collaborative will offer participants valuable resources and discussions on framing issues for deliberation, providing an opportunity to engage with others who share an interest in structured public discourse. Learn more about how you can get involved below.
 NCDD Friends, the Kettering Foundation has awarded five Global Fellowships to international thought leaders dedicated to defending democracy and combating authoritarianism. These fellows will contribute to the foundation’s Democracy around the Globe focus area through research, publications, and participation in key discussions. The fellowship fosters global collaboration and strengthens democratic institutions worldwide. Read more in the blog post below.
 NCDD friends, Everyday Democracy’s NEW Multipartial Facilitation Training helps experienced facilitators enhance their skills in leading inclusive, transformative dialogues. This three-week virtual program (May 8, 15, & 22) offers hands-on learning, real-time feedback, and advanced facilitation techniques. Limited spots available—register now! Read more in the blog post below.
 NCDD Friends at The Center for Justice & Peacebuilding at Eastern Mennonite University (EMU) shared an exciting announcement. Mark your calendars for May 19 - June 13, 2025, when Summer Peacebuilding Institute (SPI) will welcome participants to its campus in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Applications are now open, and interested individuals can apply directly through the SPI website at emu.edu/spi. Read the blog post below for more info and for further details on courses, scholarships, visa support, and more, read on or visit the official site.
 NCDD Sustaining Partner Organization, Interactivity Foundation (IF) recently shared this article that we encourage you to read. At the University of Texas in San Antonio, Professor Sara DeTurk is pioneering civil discourse education through her dialogue facilitation course and the newly established Center for Dialogue and Deliberation. By integrating activities from IF's Collaborative Discussion Toolkit (CDP), she has helped students build essential listening and facilitation skills, enhancing discussions both in and beyond the classroom. Read more in the post below and learn how the CDP Toolkit is shaping the next generation of dialogue leaders on IF’s website here.
 Join iCivics from March 10-14 for Civic Learning Week (CLW), an annual event dedicated to highlighting the crucial role of civic education in strengthening constitutional democracy. By highlighting the civic knowledge, skills, and dispositions that provide the foundation for an informed and engaged populace, CLW seeks to further energize the movement to prioritize civic education across the nation. The centerpiece of this year’s celebration is the National Forum, held on March 13 at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University. Learn more in the post below and find the original information here.
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