| The–yesterday at The Obama Foundation’s third annual Democracy Forum, we heard from an array of experts about the importance of pluralism, or the concept of engaging meaningfully across differences.
Putting these ideas into practice can seem daunting, especially in our increasingly divided and diverse society. But it’s necessary in order to make progress and strengthen our democracy.
That’s why we’re keeping yesterday’s conversation going! Read on for some inspiration about how to practice pluralism, highlights from the Democracy Forum, and more: | |
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1. Inspire the young changemaker in your life to jot down their ideas with “The power of we” notebook and sticker pack. 2. Help your Gen-Z sibling stay out of the sun in style with a bucket hat. 3. Support your friend whose New Year’s resolution is to drink more water with a water bottle sourced by a local Chicago artist. 4. Embellish your sibling or friend’s school bag with a fun pack of pins. 5. Help grow your fashion forward friend or family member’s t-shirt collection with colorful new logo and slogan t-shirts. | |
![From left to right, a headshot of a Black woman named Fanta Cire Diop, Leaders Africa 2023, with the quote "For me, pluralism means including everyone and giving them the space to share their experiences without judgement."; a headshot of an Asian man named Alan Wu, Leaders Asia-Pacific 2019, with the quote "Pluralism is about designing and participating in spaces that allow peaceful and considered resolution of differences between folks and communities holding different beliefs."; A headshot of a woman with light to medium skintone named Tasha R. Mousseau, Leaders USA 2023, with the quote "Pluralism at its core is acknowledging diversity as a strength rather than a point of contention."; a headshot of a woman with light to medium skintone named Sameera Chukkapalli Holmes, Leaders Europe 2022, with the quote "[Pluralism] acknowledges that human limitations exist, but through inclusive collaboration and mutual respect, we can overcome barriers and drive positive global development."](https://image.email.obama.org/lib/fe3e15707564057b711170/m/1/ed94f0fc-36fa-4c45-8a56-590386810d76.png)
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