Beyond Small Talk

This kaupapa started with observing growing division within our communities and a desire to nurture more mutual listening, understanding and respectful connection across difference. Our very small team all have a heart for making the world a better place.

Join us to learn ways to bridge difference through communication and connection. In a safe and inclusive environment, practice conversation skills over a cuppa tea, to understand each other better.

Our final session is on Sunday 1st November, 2- 4 pm at Puke Ariki library Community Lounge: Depolarisation initiatives: What, So what? What next?

Come and hear about Phoebe Balle’s research on Aotearoa initiatives to reduce hostility, distrust, and "us/them" thinking within and between polarised groups. What picture is she building of the strengths, challenges and opportunities of this work? So what have we all learned from our local experience of Beyond Small Talk this year? What next as we draw this project to a close?  Join in conversation about ways to continue to support this kaupapa, if not in its current form.