Convergence | Center for Policy Resolution

How not to let fear isolate you from people with different opinions

“I… found a profound level of fulfillment in identifying deeper common ground with people toward whom I assumed I’d feel enmity,” writes CEO David Eisner in USA Today about having difficult conversations.

Supplement to “Rethinking Care for Older Adults”

The current U.S. long-term care system needs much more than a facelift. Read the Convergence report compiled by Board Member Stuart Butler with 15 ideas for administrative action to improve care, housing, and services for older adults.

Addressing Toxic Polarization: Bridging Methods that Work

Hear from Convergence, One America Movement, Search for Common Ground, and Civic Genius about effective and innovative bridging strategies. Watch the recording of this special National Week of Conversation event now.

Online Dialogue Guide

Our Online Dialogue Guide by Vicki Veenker translates Convergence trust-building and facilitation techniques for the virtual world, with tips and tools for bridge-builders, mediators, facilitators, and anyone looking to foster engagement online.

Our Mission

We convene people and groups with divergent views to build trust, identify solutions, and form alliances for action on critical national issues.

Our Projects

California Health Reform Initiative
Economic Recovery for America's Workers
Future of Health
Guns and Suicide Prevention
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Working with Congress

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