Residents who believe that engaging others in community and public life strengthens our state's civic health and promotes community well-being are invited to join this dynamic group of individuals making a difference in Connecticut.
Our nation is facing a most difficult time in its history, as there seems to be less and less tolerance for different points of view, facts are often ignored to accommodate partisan demagoguery, and antagonism and divisiveness have reached new heights. How can we find new ways to talk to each other across difference? How can we find it in ourselves to be open-minded for considering new ways of thinking? How can we engage with those who hold different views from our own to find common ground, even when we disagree on some key issues?
The event is hosted by UCONN doctoral candidate DANA MIRANDA who is a Connecticut Civic Ambassador. Mr. Miranda co-runs the Initiative on Campus Dialogues and the Encounters Series at UCONN.
This online, interactive ZOOM event will engage participants in a conversation on the meaning of civility and the important principles behind civil discourse. Participants will contribute their own perspectives and answers to these key questions.
This event is free. All are invited to be part of the learning experience and conversation.
More information at: www.everyday-democracy.org/civichealth
Questions? Contact Valerian Ramos, vramos@everyday-democracy.org.