Facilitate Dialogue & Curate Convenings
Bringing people together is at the heart of our work.

Dialogue
Creating Spaces for Shared Understanding
Bringing people together is at the heart of our work. Through thoughtfully designed gatherings—small and large—we spark meaningful dialogue across perspectives, professions, and experiences. These spaces invite trust, challenge assumptions, and open new possibilities. Whether around a table, in a seminar room, or on a public stage, we make room for reflection, connection, and collaboration that inspires deeper understanding and thoughtful action.
Spaces That Invite Reflection and Connection
We create spaces that honor the full person—engaging intellect, emotion, and lived experience. From moderated seminars to cross-sector roundtables, each convening is carefully designed to balance structure with openness. Our approach is rooted in curiosity, humility, and respect. By bringing together people who might not otherwise meet, we cultivate dialogue that builds mutual understanding and strengthens the bonds that help communities and institutions thrive.
In a world shaped by complexity and division, dialogue is essential. When people gather to listen, question, and reflect across differences, something powerful happens: trust grows. That trust is the foundation for everything else—from shared insight to meaningful collaboration. By fostering spaces where honest conversation can flourish, we help communities and leaders navigate challenges and move forward with clarity and purpose.
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Who We Bring Together
- Diverse perspectives across sectors, ideologies, and backgrounds
- Decision-makers and influencers who can drive meaningful change
- Unlikely combinations of participants who might not typically interact
- Both established leaders and emerging voices to ensure fresh thinking
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How We Bring People Together
- Values-based dialogue grounded in mutual respect and deep listening
- Text-based discussions using classic and contemporary readings to frame issues
- Neutral, contemplative settings that remove participants from daily pressures
- Carefully facilitated conversations that balance structure with organic exchange
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Why We Bring People Together
- To address complex challenges requiring cross-sector collaboration
- To build relationships and trust across divides
- To elevate discourse beyond partisan talking points
- To inspire action informed by deeper understanding
- To cultivate leadership that balances competing tensions and embraces complexity
Upcoming Events
Getting a Job in Policy
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Socrates 2025 New Zealand Seminar
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Building Nonprofit Advocacy Capacity
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Hurst Middle School Great Ideas Seminar
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2025 Aspen Security Forum: DC Edition
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Sharing Shakespeare: King Lear, Act III
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Environmental Policy Accelerator
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2025 Workers’ Wealth Lab
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Scoping a Policy Problem
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Socrates Montenegro Seminar
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2025 Aspen Cyber Summit
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Sharing Shakespeare: King Lear, Act II
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Policy In Action
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