5th International Conference on ENGAGING THE OTHER November 19, 2010

CHALLENGE YOUR STEREOTYPES At a time when polarization is the culprit, an open conference addressing the roots of fear based belief systems, stereotypes, polarization, scapegoating, and enemy images to promote a public dialogue about concepts of "Us and Them." 3 days and Over 55 Presenters

5th International Conference on ENGAGING THE OTHER: The Power of Compassion

Nov 19-21, 2010
Sonoma State University~ Rohnert Park, CA

~ CHALLENGE YOUR STEREOTYPES ~
At a time when polarization is the culprit,
a multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary conference examining concepts of "The OTHER" from a universal, cross-cultural perspective to promote wider public dialogue about images of "Us and Them"

Keynote by: HUSTON SMITH

Co-Sponsored by:
Common Bond Institute
International Humanistic Psychology Association
Sonoma State University

Endorsed by:
an international list of over 100 organizations and universities

~ REGISTRATION IS OPEN TO ALL ~
Continuing Education Credits (CECs) available

Full Conference Details at: www.cbiworld.org/Pages/Conferences_ETO.htm

WE INVITE YOU TO:
an extraordinary conference to address the roots of fear-based belief systems, negative stereotypes, prejudice, polarization, enemy images, scapegoating, and artificial barriers of misunderstanding and distrust that divide us.
JOIN
over 55 presenters and visionaries - including conservatives and liberals from across the social-political spectrum, and hundreds of concerned individuals, to take part in 3 days of authentic dialogue bridging the divide and cultivating our capacity for appreciation of diversity, reconciliation, and genuine, respectful engagement.

"An important, timely dialogue ...everyone needs to be part of. "

PURPOSE OF THE CONFERENCE IS TO:
> Raise the level, depth, and breadth of public dialogue and awareness on core issues. The conference examines dimensions and dynamics of "The OTHER" on individual and group levels, and considers how enemy identity is formed, perpetuated, and manipulated.
> Identify and compile fundamental questions, dilemmas, and implications for further deep inquiry and examination in an expanding public dialogue, and to challenge embedded negative belief systems that promote adversarial perceptions of the "The Other."
> Tap our shared wisdom and compassion as a community - from the local to the global - in developing practical applications to address divisiveness and polarization and to promote a shared consciousness of peace.
> Create Networking Opportunities for collaboration
> Formulate findings and products to make available to all

FORMAT AND CONTENT:
AN OUTSTANDING POOL OF OVER 55 PRESENTERS and FACILITATORS : addressing concepts of "The Other" from diverse perspectives - including social, cultural, psychological, political, economic, ecological, and spiritual, offering a 3 DAY program of:
Keynote Speakers, - Interactive Plenary Panels, - Concurrent Break-out Sessions of Workshops and interactive Panels, - Daily Facilitated Dialogue Groups to engage concepts and explore practical applications, - Open Space, Interactive All-conference Experiences, - Resource and Networking Hub, - Morning Yoga Sessions, - Tibetan Buddhist Sand Mandala Ritual, - Evening Performances, Cultural programs, and Community activities, - Rich Networking and Action Planning, - Exhibits and Displays, - Intentional Multi-cultural Community

View full program at: http://www.cbiworld.org/Pages/Conferences_ETO_ProgSessions09.htm

LOCATION: Sonoma State University, 1801 East Cotati Ave., Rohnert Park, California (north of San Francisco)

FOR FULL DETAILS on Program, Registration, Fees, Hotel, Displays, and Ads CONTACT:
Common Bond Institute
Details at Website: www.cbiworld.org
Steve Olweean, Director, Conference Coordinator
12170 S. Pine Ayr Drive, Climax, MI 49034 USA
Ph/Fax: 269-665-9393 Email: SOlweean@aol.com Facebook: http://tinyurl.com/CBIonFB
Event Info URL
http://www.cbiworld.org/Pages/Conferences_ETO.htm