SXSW 2024

Intergenerational Conversations: Proximity and Possibility

Description:

Giving in to the story that America is immovably divided means giving up on the idea that people in America can come together to solve seemingly intractable problems. How do we build relationships outside of existing power dynamics, push each other to see possibility, and commit ourselves to carrying forward the systems change work of those who came before us? This meetup brings together change leaders across generations to examine how our beliefs, experiences and communities have shaped how we see the future of our country, and discuss how we can re-architect the foundations of our society.


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Takeaways

  1. Building an America where everyone can thrive requires us to come together across lines of difference that have largely divided and fragmented us.
  2. Radical change most often comes from connecting with someone with a different perspective.
  3. In an increasingly age-segregated society, intergenerational proximity can create new possibilities for change in the workplace and beyond.

Speakers

  • Sheila Sarem, Founder/CEO, Basta
  • Shawn Dove, Managing Partner, New Profit

Organizer

Ilina Ewen, Account Director, McPherson Strategies


Meta Information:

  • Event: SXSW
  • Format: Meet Up
  • Track: Government & Civic Engagement
  • Track 2
  • Level: Beginner


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