Aspen Institute’s Citizenship and American Identity Program

Polarization is everywhere we look. Increasingly, these polarized conversations are spilling over into the workplace. That makes learning how to navigate difficult workplace conversations more critical than ever. The Aspen Institute’s Citizenship and American Identity Program's Better Arguments Project offers essential resources to help managers and leaders engage in productive dialogues. By embracing the principles of listening, storytelling, and respect, the Better Arguments Project empowers team members, managers, leaders, and others to foster a workplace of understanding and collaboration. Learning to have difficult conversations can transform into opportunities for growth and unity. Enhance your leadership skills and build a more cohesive team. Learn more about our approach and get resources here: https://lnkd.in/gMiSAu8r #Leadership #BetterArguments #WorkplaceCulture #AspenInstitute #TeamBuilding #EffectiveCommunication

We are excited to announce an upcoming virtual panel, Crossing the Partisan Divide in Education Policy. During this event, policy experts and leaders in the field will share strategies for advancing cross-partisan education policy initiatives through thoughtful planning, clear communication, and a commitment to collaborative student-based solutions. #edpolicy #K12 #edwebinar Register today at https://lnkd.in/eJsi22XH

We don't need fewer arguments; we need better arguments. Differences of opinion don't have to drive us apart - instead, engaging with each other can lead to deeper understanding and connection. Join us for Better Arguments 101 on Tuesday, April 30th - a virtual workshop designed to introduce participants to our approach for constructive disagreement.

Coming soon: We're happy to share that our Better Arguments Project will be leading a workshop at Building Together 2024, hosted by Council on Foundations - a convening of leading philanthropic institutions that are seeking to bridge divides. #buildingtogether24

Feel like it's time to take a step back to reflect? Join us for a FREE one-hour Flash Seminar on April 24, 2024 from 4:30-5:30PM ET to reflect on Human-Centered Leadership. Guided by the "Aspen Method" that has been shaping dynamic leaders across different sectors for the last 75 years, take a step towards fine-tuning the values that drive you and transforming your leadership style in response. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/dwDizh29 #ValuesBasedLeadership #LeadershipPurpose #LeadershipJourney #AuthenticConnections #Empowerment #AspenLeadershipSeminars #FlashSeminar

Last chance to RSVP! Join us for Better Arguments: Principles to Practice on Tuesday, March 26 from 3 - 5 pm ET - an immersive, virtual workshop focused on the practical application of the Better Arguments approach to constructive disagreement. #arguebetter

This week is #CivicLearningWeek - a collective effort led by iCivics to highlight civic learning as a nationwide priority for sustaining and strengthening our democracy. Click below to learn more and browse the fantastic in-person and virtual events that are coming together: https://lnkd.in/gZpNSbD9

"The Better Arguments Project is a space for futures thinking because it creates shared authorship – we are all writing the story of the future together." Tameka Vasquez, Founder of The Future Quo ™ and Better Arguments Ambassador, shares why she leverages Better Arguments in her work to help socially-conscious leaders imagine and design radically better futures for people and our planet.

Join us on Tuesday, March 26 from 3 - 5 pm ET for Better Arguments: Principles to Practice. This two-hour, virtual workshop is designed to explore the practical application of the Better Arguments approach for constructive disagreement. This is a great opportunity to hone your skills and connect with others who are thinking deeply about how to bridge our nation's divides. RSVP today!

#ThankYouThursday to our #BuildingTogether24 partners, who have developed workshop content, peer-to-peer learning sessions, and Chicago-specific activities that offer an array of approaches to bridging differences. Register today to experience what they’ve designed for you: https://bit.ly/42NLAIj Lead Partner: Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement (PACE) Local Partner: Forefront (Illinois) Programmatic Partners: - Braver Angels - Convergence Center for Policy Resolution - The Greater Good Science Center - Interfaith America - Resetting the Table - Rural Urban Bridge Initiative - StoryCorps - The Better Arguments Project