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Chronicle of Higher Education

Everyone’s Starting ‘Civil Dialogue’ Programs: Will they work?

The Vuslat Foundation Generous Listening and Dialogue Initiative is referenced in this article on constructive dialogue initiatives on university campuses.

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London School of Economics Blog

How generous listening and public libraries can create new opportunities for America’s homeless

Using Boston, Massachusetts as a case study, James J. Fisher, pens this piece on how local governments can empower unhoused people through listening programs and involve them in decision-making processes regarding their needs.

Front Porch Republic

Rights Without Responsibilities?

Professor of the Practice Hakan Altinay pens this piece on the detachment between rights and responsibilities.

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European Cultural Foundation

Curiosity in Feral Times. An Invitation to Generous Listening by Hakan Altinay

Professor of the Practice Hakan Altinay pens this article inviting readers to be curious and to make “room for care, camaraderie, community and -dare I say- love”.

Generosity Is Not Foolish

GLADi's Hakan Altinay explores why generosity, goodwill and trust are vital for the functioning of any society.

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Sick of Turkey With Flying Mashed Potatoes?

Avoid the food fight with this advice on handling political talk at your holiday gatherings

Forbes

How Educators And Leaders Can Prepare For Post-Election Uncertainty

Associate Dean Peter Levine is quoted at length about how educators can help prepare students for potential domestic political unrest by sharing historical context, teaching nonviolence, and cultivating constructive methods for achieving social change. Levine’s "Blog for Civic Renewal" is also referenced.

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Teaching Toward Equity: The Social-Emotional Dynamic of the Classroom

Negotiating the balance between ‘thinking’ and the ‘feeling’ can make for more inclusive experiences.

A Reflection from our Buddhist Chaplain

Buddhist Chaplain Ji Hyang Padma, liaison to the Generous Listening and Dialogue Center (GLADC), reflects on the Center's mission and the Tufts community.