Agenda at a glance

Pluralism in Action Convening 

Thursday, January 30th 5:30pm-8:30pm 

Friday, January 31st 9am-5pm

Alongside 175 of the nation's leading pluralists, engage in fireside chats with influential leaders, interactive presentations, and small group breakouts that demonstrate how pluralism can be infused into the everyday spaces where we live, work, play and pray. Register below.

Ecosystem Hackathon 

Saturday, February 1st 8:30am-4pm

Apply in advance to participate in the Ecosystem Hackathon, where 80 selected leaders, dedicated to strengthening the collective ecosystem, will collaborate to generate breakthrough solutions to align pluralist practice and research, and make the case for pluralism. Following the event, four breakthrough ideas will receive seed funding to prototype solutions to strengthen the ecosystem. Apply here. 

For a complete overview of the agenda click here. 

What is pluralism in action? 

At a time when news headlines and social media feeds amplify the deep divisions within our nation, the question isn't just how we got here—but how we move forward. How do we reverse the tides of polarization and cultivate deeper understanding and connection across our differences?

The work is complex and there are not easy answers. Building a more pluralistic America demands many creative, interdisciplinary, and iterative solutions. This conference is an opportunity to learn alongside 175 leading pluralists as we reimagine what's possible and break down barriers to drive change at scale.

Pluralism in Action will bring together leaders from four distinct audiences, whose combined expertise and experience can spark meaningful progress: 

• Researchers: Scholars from fields like social psychology, communications, and political science, exploring the conditions, attitudes, and behaviors that either promote or hinder pluralism. 
• Practitioners: Professionals implementing evidence-based programs designed to strengthen a culture of pluralism in the places where we live, work, play and pray. 
• Communicators: Writers, filmmakers, and content creators who are amplifying best practices and spotlighting compelling stories of pluralism in America. 
• Funders: Philanthropists committed to catalyzing the infrastructure and investments necessary to drive impactful work.

Why attend? 

•  Build relationships with a diverse group of 175 change makers, including interdisciplinary researchers, practitioners, communicators and funders, all dedicated to fostering pluralism in America. 
• Experience case examples and group work that demonstrate pluralism in action through collaborations across research, practice, funding, and communications.
• Collaborate on innovative strategies to uplift pluralistic values, practices, and mindsets.
• Identify breakthrough solutions that will strengthen the pluralism ecosystem.
• Leave feeling inspired and equipped with new insights to apply to your work and life, as well as the connections, momentum and energy to carry new ideas and partnerships forward.

Registration for Pluralism in Action has two parts: 

1. General registration for the Convening, taking place Thursday, January 30th - Friday, January 31st (register below)
2. Optional application to join the Ecosystem Hackathon on Saturday, February 1st (apply here)

Note: Registration and participation in both the Pluralism in Action Convening and Hackathon are free

What is included in your registration?

• Access to the Convening on Thursday, January 30th - Friday, January 31st, 2025
• Seated happy hour and dinner on Thursday evening
• Friday breakfast and lunch

Accommodation Information:

For those attending only the Thursday and Friday Convening, please book your own accommodations. You are welcome to reserve a room at the Omni Hotel or another nearby hotel. More information on hotels can be found here. 

Because it is a full-day working session, if you are accepted to the Ecosystem Hackathon, we will book and cover your accommodations for the duration of the event.

Additional benefits for attendees who apply and are accepted to the Saturday Ecosystem Hackathon include: 

• Hotel stay covered for duration of the event, January 30th-February 1st (2 nights, 3 days)
• Saturday breakfast and lunch
• Also, see more information on access to funding opportunity post-Ecosystem Hackathon

  
  

We do not want cost to be a barrier to participation. If you require financial assistance to help cover your hotel costs, please email [email protected]