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Constructive Dialogue Institute
We are a psychology-based nonprofit that builds educational tools to equip the next generation with the mindset and skill set to communicate across differences.
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We are a psychology-based nonprofit that builds educational tools to equip the next generation with the mindset and skill set to communicate across differences.
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9Workplace Dialogue Training ProgramsThis organization helps companies build better workplaces where employees from different backgrounds can work together well. They offer online training called 'Perspectives' that teaches workers how to communicate better and solve problems together. They also provide live workshops for leaders and tools to measure how well teams are working. The training is based on research and helps reduce conflict while improving teamwork. Companies can buy licenses to use these programs with their employees.
High School Dialogue Skills ProgramsFree programs that teach high school students and teachers how to have respectful conversations about difficult topics. Students learn through online lessons called 'Perspectives' that help them think better, communicate clearly, and work well with others. Teachers get training to lead classroom discussions. The programs help schools create a better learning environment where everyone feels they belong, even when people disagree about important issues.
Public Service Dialogue TrainingTraining programs that help government workers and community leaders have better conversations across different viewpoints. The main program is called Perspectives, which is an online course that teaches skills for talking through disagreements and finding solutions together. They also offer workshops and can create custom training for your organization. This helps public service groups work better together even when people disagree on politics or other issues.
Campus-Wide Dialogue Training ProgramsThis organization helps colleges create better campus conversations. They train students, teachers, and staff to talk respectfully about difficult topics. They offer many different programs that can be used in dorms, classes, orientation, and student groups. The goal is to help everyone on campus learn to listen and talk across differences. Universities can pick which programs work best for their campus needs.
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Perspectives Dialogue Skills ProgramPerspectives is a free online learning program that teaches students how to have better conversations with people who think differently. The program has six lessons that take about 30 minutes each. Students learn about how the brain works during tough talks and practice skills like getting curious, sharing stories, and finding common ground. Teachers can assign the full program or shorter tracks. The program includes quizzes and practice exercises where students talk with each other. It's free for individual teachers and students, and schools can buy it for all their classes.
Teacher Professional DevelopmentTraining program that teaches teachers how to lead classroom discussions and use dialogue-based teaching methods. Helps teachers feel more confident facilitating conversations about difficult topics in their classrooms.
Campus-Wide Dialogue ProgramsThis organization trains college staff, teachers, and student leaders to lead difficult conversations on campus. They offer two main programs: a multi-day certification program that costs $2,500 per person, and a shorter 5-hour foundations workshop that costs $250 per person. Both can be done in-person or online. Participants learn skills to help people talk through disagreements and conflicts. The certification program has upcoming sessions in April and July 2026. The foundations workshop has sessions in March and June 2026. They also offer custom programs for entire campuses and online learning programs.
Perspectives Student ProgramFree online learning program for high school students with 30-minute lessons that teach dialogue skills. Students complete lessons as homework and take quizzes. Teachers can track student progress through a dashboard. Helps students learn to communicate better and think more clearly about challenging topics.
Senior Leadership Programs for College LeadersTraining programs for college presidents and senior staff to build better communication and handle conflicts on campus. The CDI Leadership Institute is a multi-day program that teaches leaders how to create cultures of constructive dialogue. The Crisis Response training is a one-day program that teaches how to handle protests, hate incidents, and other campus conflicts. Leaders learn advanced communication skills, how to reduce tension, address concerns under pressure, and rebuild trust. Both programs help create safer, more respectful campus environments where people can discuss difficult topics.
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