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Learn to “Talk Bridgey” with PACE: Bridging Political Divides in the 2024 Election

On October 16, 3-4 PM ET, PACE (Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement) will host a webinar to introduce "How to Talk Bridgey," a new resource that helps improve communication across political divides. Participants will gain insights into using language that builds connections, encourages meaningful dialogue, and prioritizes understanding, even during challenging conversations.

This event is open to foundation representatives, civic leaders, educators, and citizens looking for practical strategies to engage diverse perspectives. Based on five years of research, the webinar offers tools that can help strengthen democracy by fostering constructive political conversations.

Register Now for the webinar How To Talk Bridgey  

What You'll Learn

This webinar promises to equip participants with valuable insights and strategies for fostering meaningful dialogue across political differences. Key takeaways include:

  1. Identifying civic terms with the strongest "bridgeyness" potential.
  2. Understanding and leveraging the signals different words send.
  3. Techniques for encouraging deeper, more meaningful dialogue.
  4. Strategies for prioritizing connection over self-expression in high-stakes moments.

In addition to the "How to Talk Bridgey" initiative, PACE has seen a surge of interest in their Faith In/And Democracy project.

For more information on PACE and their initiatives, visit PACE's website or follow them on social media.