john a. powell, author of The Power of Bridging, explains what bridging is (and what it isn't) and why it is necessary

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john a. powell, author of The Power of Bridging, explains what bridging is (and what it isn't) and why it is necessary

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Ellen talks with john a. powell about his book, The Power of Bridging, and the concept of bridging and the importance of recognizing our interconnectedness. john explains the harmful practices of breaking and othering and explores the bridging necessary for rural, urban, and suburban communities. john also shares ways individuals and leaders can foster a bridging mindset.Please Note:The Bush Foundation is offering free copies of john's book,The Power of Bridging to anyone in their grantmaking region—Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and the 23 Native nations that share the same geography. Request your copy here.More Information:john a. powell Bio, https://belonging.berkeley.edu/john-powellOthering and Belonging Institute, https://belonging.berkeley.edu/Belonging Without Othering: How We Save Ourselves and the World, https://belonging.berkeley.edu/belonging-without-otheringBelonging Without Othering Podcast with john a. powell and Stephen Menendian, https://belonging.berkeley.edu/podcast-belonging-without-othering Episode Highlights:04:20 The Reality of Interconnectedness11:59 Defining Othering and Breaking18:41 The Consequences of Othering35:32 Bridging and Belonging: A Path Forward44:40 Challenges and Misconceptions of Bridging54:05 The Role of Leaders in BridgingQuestions, comments, want to get in touch?  Email us at [email protected]. We share your feedback with funders and stakeholders about the value of this podcast and how you engage with the insights and information.Sign up for our newsletter here.

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