The International Listening Association (ILA) has launched a new website, inviting visitors to explore their refreshed look and renewed commitment to listening skills, research, and best practices. The ILA, founded in 1979, aims to make listening an integral part of global culture by promoting its practice, training, and research across various fields. They provide numerous resources, including scholarly publications and annual conventions, to support listening-focused professionals and organizations. Upcoming events include a Listening Circles session on July 23, 2024, and a discussion on sustaining listening on July 25, 2024. Read more in the blog post below and check out their new website here!
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Join us today for the Practitioner Mobilization for Democracy launch event, "The Role of Mediators and Facilitators in Healing U.S. Democracy," at 9am PT/12pm ET. Co-hosted by NCDD and various partners, this event unites practitioners in support of democracy during a time of significant societal divisions. Learn more below and register here.
In addition to this, we have news on the recent NCDD leadership change. At the beginning of June, Keiva Hummel stepped into the role of Executive Director. She has already launched new initiatives to strengthen and expand NCDD's impact, such as the Practitioner Mobilization for Democracy. In the spirit of continuing to build NCDD into a robust organization, we are dedicated to strengthening our capacity and network. We invite all our members, partners, and the wider community to join us in these efforts. Your financial contributions and support are vital to advancing our mission of promoting dialogue, deliberation, and civic engagement. Learn more details in the blog post below. Starting today, the 2024 Braver Angels National Convention aims to build unity and hope across political divides. Participants will debate key issues like abortion, economic inequality, free speech, and immigration, ultimately selecting one priority to focus on. The convention emphasizes collaborative action to address the nation's challenges, fostering new friendships and deepening civic skills. Are you attending? Let us know in the comments and say hi to Roshan Bliss, NCDD's Director of Democracy Innovations, who will be at the convention! Not able to attend? Watch the livestream here! Register now for the Practitioner Mobilization for Democracy Launch Event on July 1, 2024! The event will feature speakers Joan Blades and Ken Cloke, focusing on the role of mediators and facilitators in this space. This campaign unites a coalition dedicated to inclusive and deliberative democracy, emphasizing the role of conflict-competent practitioners. Engage in the pro-democracy movement, connect with a national network of practitioners, and apply your skills locally with the support of resources and community initiatives. Register here and learn more in the blog post below. Join Southern Deliberative Democracy Network in Nashville for Their First In-Person Gathering6/21/2024 NCDD member, Cristin Brawner, and many NCDD friends have organized the Southern Deliberative Democracy Network's (SDDN) first in-person gathering from July 17th to 19th in Nashville, Tennessee. The event will include interactive sessions, panel discussions, and open space meetings to address challenges in fostering democracy in the South. Highlights include a social evening at Assembly Food Hall, full-day activities at the Embassy Suites with breakout sessions, and planning for future collaborations. Read more in the blog post below and learn more/register here. NIFI's "Everyone's In" Initiative for Respectful Political Dialogue - Tools Plus Upcoming Workshops6/20/2024 "Everyone’s In" (EI) is a new initiative from NCDD friends, the National Issues Forums Institute (NIFI), designed to facilitate respectful and inclusive discussions on controversial political issues. It aims to promote understanding and learning, with a focus on elections and voting. The program employs updated forum formats and materials for both online and in-person settings, incorporating informal polls, background information, and thoughtful dialogue to ensure inclusive participation and engagement on political subjects. Find resources and upcoming training opportunities in August to support using the EI guides. Read more in the blog post below and learn more here. Civic Season is a national initiative that enhances understanding of history and civics, encouraging people to shape the future. It connects July 4th and Juneteenth, offering over 2,000 customizable activities and resources from credible organizations. Launched in 2021 by Made By Us, this program aims to unite individuals in understanding and shaping America's future as it approaches its 250th anniversary. Learn more in the blog post below and check out the initiative here. Calling all practitioners of dialogue facilitation, community mediation, collaborative communication, and conflict transformation - You are invited to the Practitioner Mobilization for Democracy! Co-created by several partners, including: NCDD, NAFCM - The National Association for Community Mediation, Omni-Win Project, The Karuna Center for Mindful Engagement, and more. The Practitioner Mobilization for Democracy Campaign aims to unite mediators and facilitators in support of the future of democracy. Through networking events, monthly forums, and resources, this mobilization aims to inspire, equip, and mobilize practitioners to make a difference locally and nationally. Join the launch event on July 1st at 9am Pacific, 12pm Eastern, to learn about this Practitioner Mobilization and how you can further leverage your skills in facilitation and mediation for democracy. The campaign welcomes practitioners, both experienced and those newer to this work, to join us in creating a vibrant and inclusive democratic landscape. Learn more in the blog post below and on the Practitioner Mobilization for Democracy info page here. Celebrate innovative civic initiatives at the 75th Annual All-America City Award event in Denver from June 7-9, 2024, hosted by NCDD Member Organization, The National Civic League. Engage with finalist teams showcasing impactful projects, attend dynamic workshops led by national experts, and immerse yourself in American culture at the Civic Action Fair and Cultural Entertainment Showcase. Learn more in the post below and on the NCL site here. The 2024 Collaborative Journalism Summit will convene in Detroit on May 9-10, featuring workshops and discussions on collaborative journalism, hosted by the Center for Cooperative Media at Montclair State University in partnership with Wayne State University and Detroit Public Television. NCDD Member Jenna Spinelle will present a lightning talk on democracy, and NCDD members are welcome to use the comments section in this blog post to coordinate meeting up during the Summit. Those interested in strengthening collaboration between engagement practitioners and media are encouraged to join the NCDD Media Collaborative working group; to dive into strategies for bridging journalism with community engagement, collaboration opportunities, funding efforts, and more. Learn more in the post below... |
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