Talking about climate change, especially beyond the green bubble, is hard. That’s why we’ve produced an evidence-based, practical guide to help make those conversations easier and more meaningful – and to come out of them feeling inspired and connected.

This resource guide from Philanthropic Foundations Canada curates articles, books, podcasts, and training on navigating polarization, organized around understanding polarization, conflict transformation, and resiliency. Framed for Canada's philanthropic sector, the resources themselves are broadly applicable to anyone navigating difficult conversations.

The vast majority of conversations we might have on any given day are not particularly emotionally challenging. These conversations whiz by without us even noticing. But the conversations that are going to trip up a group’s attempts to be prosocial are the ones that include differences of opinion and conflict. How are we to deal with those challenging conversations? Read this supplementary chapter to Prosocial: Using Evolutionary Science to Build Productive, Equitable, and Collaborative Groups.

A Living Room Conversation is an event where people come together in person or online to discuss an issue using a carefully crafted “conversation guide” that fosters connection and understanding. It’s free and really easy to use! Gather 4-6 people to talk about a chosen topic, follow the Conversation Guide and Agreements, answer questions based on experience , not opinion, and walk away with more understanding and connection.

In the Bridging Differences online course, you will learn core research-based principles and strategies for fostering positive relationships, dialogue, and understanding across lines of difference. Created by the Greater Good Science Center, the course offers best practices that draw on scientific findings and real-world programs. This course can be taken for free; simply choose "Audit This Course" to register at no charge.