Distrust, fear, and contempt have poisoned our society and personal relationships—perhaps including your own. 75% of Americans say this problem has reached a crisis level. Experts say the solution is to cultivate more positive social connections. A brighter future requires understanding, trust, and grace. Thankfully, 75% of Americans are willing to practice conversations across differences, and 36%—more than 100 million people—want to see a national campaign to improve those interactions.
- - By Brian G. Dowling
What we do - Systems Change Alliance
What is Systems Change? Systems change is the emergence of a new pattern of organization or systems structure. (Birney, 2015) It is both a process and an outcome. We are facing unprecedented economic, social, and environmental crises, and current reforms offer ineffective solutions. Naomi Klein has called for a movement of change that “connects the dots” to address the root causes of all current crises facing people and planet.
- - By Brian G. Dowling
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