Reconciling Differences
The Dignity Dialogues blog examines the dynamics of conflict and the intricate process of reconciling differences. It explores the role of human dignity violations in perpetuating conflict and examines the healing power inherent in honoring human dignity. Dignity Dialogues offers paths from blame and blindness to understanding, forgiveness, and acceptance. We believe that all conflicts are reconcilable when the parties choose to honor dignity.
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The Meaning and Sanctity of Human Dignity
I set out to write about human dignity from a neutral position so as not to exclude anyone from the conversation. I thought it best to remain anonymous in relation to race, nationality, gender identity, class, and certainly religion.…
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Political Intolerance in America
Political Intolerance in America is re-published with permission from our fine partner, Divided We Fall. Divided We Fall® is a non-profit news publication working to provide bipartisan dialogue for the politically engaged.
The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the authors and do
not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Dignity Dialogues.…
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Civic Bridgebuilding: Emerging Response to Polarization
According to a Fox News poll conducted in May, 2022, 81% of Americans are extremely or very concerned about political polarization within their country. Citizen Data, an organization that leverages data to “protect and strengthen American democracy”, concludes from an April 2022 survey that Americans rank “political polarization and division” as the second highest threat to American democracy behind only “influence of money in politics”.…
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America Talks and National Week of Conversation
America Talks 2022 (April 21 & 23) invites Americans of all backgrounds and beliefs to connect one-on-one or in small groups, face-to-face on video. This event is powered by over 150 nonpartisan, bridge building organizations and promoted by USA TODAY and other media partners.…
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Truth in Relationships and Democracy
Relationships and democracy both rely on respect for truth. Either will break down if one side is unwilling to accept that the other side’s version of truth has validity. The opposing sides become distanced from each other and move towards toxic polarization.…
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Unity in Diversity: A Worthy Journey, Not Just a Desired Outcome
Unity in diversity is a very old concept dating back to ancient times in both Eastern and Western old-world cultures. It is an expression of harmony and unity between dissimilar individuals or groups.…
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Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion: Hopeless Ideals or Keys to Success
We live in a world that is deeply divided along just about every dimension, including race, ethnicity, politics, religion, gender identity, and others. We live in more of a “cancel culture” than a complementary one.…
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Universal Declaration of Human Rights
December 10, 2018 marked the 70th anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) by the United Nations General Assembly. The UDHR consists of 30 articles affirming an individual’s rights. Although not legally binding in themselves, the articles have been elaborated in subsequent international treaties, economic transfers, regional human rights instruments, national constitutions, and other laws. …
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An Enemy to Blame
Most of us prefer an enemy we can blame, even if it is the wrong enemy. After the fight or flight response to a serious threat subsides, after the denial response to a serious loss fades, we naturally want to fight back.…
