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How Do We Create Change in a Divided World?
It starts with having better conversations.
Many of us have experienced conversations that quickly become tense, or we have avoided them altogether for fear of conflict, misunderstanding or damaging a relationship. But social change has always depended on people being able to build relationships, listen deeply and engage with those who do not see the world the same way they do.
This guide brings together some of our favourite Commons Library resources on navigating difficult conversations, building unlikely coalitions and strengthening solidarity in divided times. Whether you are looking for practical conversation techniques, examples of deep canvassing or lessons from movements that have successfully organised across difference, these resources offer both inspiration and practical tools.
Sign up to The Commons Social Change Library newsletter to get your free guide – Talking When We Disagree: How to Talk about Sensitive Topics, featuring practical tools for navigating disagreement, building understanding and organising across difference.
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The Commons Social Change Library sends out a monthly newsletter filled with resources for social change. It’s a great way to find out about new additions to the library as well as existing content that’s relevant to current circumstances.
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