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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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.
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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.

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 to look around?

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 differences and their collaboration today.

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.

Einhorn Collaborative is Hiring: Join Our Mission to Promote Social Connection and Social Cohesion

We are excited to announce two new openings on our team: Strategy Lead, Building and Communications & Content Specialist.
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Announcing the David M. Einhorn Institute for Early Relational Health at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

Building a future where emotional connection between parents and children is treated as foundational to a connected and cohesive society.

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Launches David M. Einhorn Institute for Early Relational Health

The institute will pioneer a first-of-its-kind initiative to transform pediatric care and advance the science of human connection
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Through the Prism Interviews

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By 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: 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.

On Polarization, Curiosity, and Bridging Political Divides

Michael Baharaeen interviews Mónica Guzmán on curiosity, perception gaps, and practical ways to bridge America’s deepening political and cultural polarization.

Building Tech That Builds Students’ Connections

A report co-authored by Julia Freeland-Fisher explores how AI-enabled college and career guidance tools can strengthen human relationships.

Who’s Afraid of Civility and Dialogue on Campus

In the Wall Street Journal, BridgeUSA CEO Manu Meel addresses the critiques of the pluralism movement on college campuses.

A Free Moment for Connection

I hope your fall calendar is dotted with unhurried moments. Who might you greet if you gave yourself

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

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

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 to look around?
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