Is (online) polarisation getting under your skin? Public dialogue #9

How can we handle polarisation in everyday life?

Thank you for joining us at the 9th public dialogue!

On Monday 16 June we had the unique opportunity to welcome the renowned Dutch expert Bart Brandsma, author of the book Polarisation: Insight into the dynamics of us-them thinking. Together we dived into a topic that is more relevant today than ever – how to handle growing tension and the dynamics of "us vs. them" thinking.

During an informal conversation, Bart Brandsma presented valuable methods for working with polarisation and group thinking. Participants actively shared their views, asked questions and practised their dialogue skills in a safe environment.

We are pleased that this dialogue format helps improve relationships, supports democracy and strengthens cohesion in our city. We believe we managed to show how to move from a traditional debate towards deeper understanding and a joint search for solutions to today's social challenges.

Thank you to everyone who took part in the dialogue and helped make it an inspiring evening.

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