Coming Together, Not Apart, is a three-publication series exploring philanthropy's involvement in developing the heartset, mindset, and skillset to lead collaboratively across differences. Specifically:

Part 1: How Philanthropy Supports Connection in a Time of Dangerous Division

Coming Together, Not Apart: How Philanthropy Supports Connection in a Time of Dangerous Division is a synthesis of broad survey results, focused interviews with front-line organization leaders, and revealing data. Deeply researched and eminently readable, download a copy today and explore philanthropy's significant and growing involvement in this crucial work.

Part 2: Inside the Work of Turning Conflict Into Collaboration

Coming Together, Not Apart: Inside the Work of Turning Conflict Into Collaboration is a deep dive into the actual work philanthropy is doing today to navigate divides, training a spotlight on five real-world initiatives to examine the theories of change behind these efforts, describe how the work is playing out, and explore how impact is measured to determine success. The projects vary in their size, scope, and methods, but they share the same goal that drives all the work in this field: an inclusive democracy where everyone belongs.

Part 3: Building the Hearts, Minds, and Skills for Leading Across Differences

Coming Together, Not Apart: Building the Hearts, Minds, and Skills for Leading Across Differences is an actionable resource offering frameworks, practices, inspiration, reflections, and resources to help leaders in philanthropy build, expand, and strengthen their ability to engage through difference and contribute to collective well-being.

For a list of references used in the reports, consult the references page.

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