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5th Annual International Conference on
"ENGAGING THE OTHER:" The Power of Compassion

November 19-21, 2010
San Francisco Bay Area (Rohnert Park), Calif., USA

At a time when polarization is the culprit,
a multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary conference addressing
the roots of fear-based belief systems, negative stereotypes,
prejudice, polarization, scapegoating, enemy images, and
artificial barriers of misunderstanding and distrust that divide us.

Keynote by
Huston Smith

Co-Sponsored by
Common Bond Institute,
International Humanistic Psychology Association
Sonoma State University Psychology Dept.

Endorsed by an international list of over 100 organizations and universities

Conference Details at: 
www.cbiworld.org/Pages/Conferences_ETO.htm
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~ Registration is Open All ~
2.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) available

We Invite You To:
an extraordinary conference to examine concepts of "The OTHER" from a universal, cross-cultural perspective to promote wider public dialogue about images of "Us and Them".
JOIN
over 50 presenters, facilitators, and visionaries - including conservatives and liberals from across the social-political spectrum, along with hundreds of concerned individuals, to take part in 3 DAYS of authentic dialogue bridging the divide and cultivating our capacity for appreciation of diversity, reconciliation, and genuine, respectful engagement.

        

                              "An important, timely dialogue
                                           ...everyone needs to be part of. "

PURPOSE OF THE CONFERENCE IS TO:
  Raise the level, depth, and breadth of public dialogue and awareness on core issues. Explore dimensions and dynamics of "The OTHER" on both individual and group levels, and consider how enemy identity is formed, perpetuated, and manipulated. 
  Identify and compile fundamental questions, dilemmas, and implications for further deep inquiry and examination.
  Tap our shared wisdom and compassion as a community - from the local to the global - in developing practical applications to reduce divisiveness and polarization and to promote a consciousness of peace.

FORMAT AND CONTENT:
A 3 day program of - Keynote Speakers, - Topical Plenary Panels, - Concurrent Break-out Sessions of Workshops and interactive panels, - Daily Facilitated Dialogue Break-out Groups to engage concepts and explore practical applications, - Open Space, - Interactive All-conference Experiences, - Tibetan Buddhist Sand Mandala Ritual, - Morning Yoga sessions, - Exhibits and Displays, - Evening Performances, Cultural Programs, and Community Activities, - Rich Networking and Action Planning, - Intentional Cross-cultural Community

LOCATION:
Sanoma State University, Rohnert Park, California  (North of San Francisco in Sonoma County)

FOR DETAILS on Program, Registration, Fees, Accommodations, Displays, and Program Ads CONTACT:

   Common Bond Institute
Details at Website: www.cbiworld.org/Pages/Conferences_ETO.htm
Steve Olweean, Director, Conference Coordinator
12170 S. Pine Ayr Drive, Climax, MI 49034 USA  
Ph/Fax: 269-665-9393   Email: SOlweean@aol.com   Website: www.cbiworld.org
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