Journal
Becoming Us
Becoming Us is a gathering place: a connection hub for stories, ideas, and practices that bring our shared humanity into focus. Here, we highlight great examples of Bonding, Bridging, Building, and Belonging happening across the country, along with what happens when these bright spots become an intrinsic part of our society.
Reflections on Human Connection
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The Days After the Midterm Elections
On November 3, we head to the polls for the midterm elections. Some of the people we love will celebrate..
Eric Liu on Living Like a Citizen
Ask Eric Liu what to do about American democracy, and he will probably start smaller than you expect.
The Curiosity Mobile: What A Road Trip Taught Me About Belonging
The individuals I met on the road hold diverse identities, backgrounds, and political beliefs, but they share a deep curiosity..
A Free Moment for Connection
I hope your fall calendar is dotted with unhurried moments. Who might you greet if you gave yourself the hour..
What Our Debate Team Taught Us About Disagreement
Our Trustee David Einhorn and C&S President Rajiv Vinnakota reflect on how high school debate shaped how they engage across..
After Dropping My Son Off at College, I Was Worried About the Wrong Thing
Bad reality TV, Yankees games, and shared playlists: a father learns that connection is built quietly, just by showing up.
The Days After the Midterm Elections
On November 3, we head to the polls for the midterm elections. Some of the people we love will celebrate the results and others will grieve them.
Eric Liu on Living Like a Citizen
Ask Eric Liu what to do about American democracy, and he will probably start smaller than you expect.
The Curiosity Mobile: What A Road Trip Taught Me About Belonging
The individuals I met on the road hold diverse identities, backgrounds, and political beliefs, but they share a deep curiosity about how they can make a difference in their communities — and the courage to actually take action
The Practices that Shape Our Culture
Every person keeps a living document of our goals, without lines separating the ones for life and those for work.
David Einhorn ’91: The hedge fund manager who invested in community-engaged learning
A Cornell Alumni interview with our Founder and Trustee, David Einhorn, about his undergraduate experience and commitment to community-engaged learning.
The Art of Circling Back
Come see what a day on our team really looks and feels like: culture, rituals, and all.
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Through the Prism Interviews
Read all InterviewsBy asking human beings the same five questions, we remind ourselves that everyone has a powerful story that deserves to be heard.
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Research & Practices
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No Greater Mission. No Greater Means.
Research examines how national service and bridgebuilding can increase trust and collaboration across polarized divides in our communities.
The Belonging Barometer: The State of Belonging in America
The Belonging Barometer provides a first-of-its-kind measure of belonging that is readily deployable in efforts to strengthen social cohesion.
Repair the World Marks 1 Million Acts of Jewish Service
Our grantee partners at Repair the World reached the goal four years early, through hands-on service, learning, and reflection.
America: Don’t Be a Stranger
Our partners at Interfaith America co-authored an op-ed on repairing America’s trust crisis and how faith communities can model peacemaking.
Can You Love Someone Whose Politics Frighten You?
KQED’s Inside Love talks with A Braver Way host Mónica Guzmán about how couples can stay connected across political divides.
The Days After the Midterm Elections
On November 3, we head to the polls for the midterm elections. Some of the people we love
Eric Liu on Living Like a Citizen
Ask Eric Liu what to do about American democracy, and he will probably start smaller than you expect.
The Curiosity Mobile: What A Road Trip Taught Me About Belonging
The individuals I met on the road hold diverse identities, backgrounds, and political beliefs, but they share a
The Days After the Midterm Elections
On November 3, we head to the polls for the midterm elections. Some of the people we love will celebrate the results and others will grieve them.