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National Week of Conversation
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At a time when Americans’ trust in others - and in our institutions - is at an all time low, and our media is plagued by toxically polarizing narratives, the social fabric of our nation can feel beyond repair. Now is a time for Americans to hear, see, and experience the stories of people coming together across their differences to solve problems together in their neighborhoods and build feelings of belonging in their communities.
In alignment with America’s 250th Anniversary this year, local organizations across the country will host screenings of films that inspire hope, celebrate freedom, and model people uniting across differences to make their communities stronger. Audiences will have the opportunity to meet neighbors, reflect together, engage in conversations, and ultimately build relationships with fellow community members.
As we finalize the selection of films to be featured in this 3rd Annual Better Together Film Festival, pre-register as a Hosting Partner today if you are interested in bringing the festival to your community this summer.
Any public or private organization interested in hosting a free screening event in your community is invited to sign up as a Hosting Partner!
Libraries, museums, community centers, schools, houses of worship, local theaters, and more are all encouraged to participate.
Hosting Partners will receive a full resource kit and hands-on support to ensure their 2026 screening event runs smoothly and creates meaningful value for their community.
Albuquerque, NM
Ashland, OR
Bloomington, MN
Buffalo, NY
Chatfield, MN
Minneapolis, MN
Glen Rock, NJ
LeRoy, NY
Los Angeles, CA
Spokane, WA
Steamboat Springs, CO
Tupelo, MS
Westborough, MA
National Week of Conversation was created for those exhausted by the division and hatred in our country. For those seeking ways to turn down the heat of polarization. It is a week to become inspired, equipped and engaged in activities that build bridges across differences.
On behalf of the 500+ organizations dedicated to bringing Americans together across divides to build understanding, trust, relationships, and solutions — we thank you for joining us in fostering unity over division. Thank you for bringing your passions and differences to the table so we could engage in meaningful conversations and find a way forward together. Thank you for listening to one another, not for the purpose of changing someone's opinion on an issue, but rather to better understand each other even when we disagree.
Disagreement is healthy for our democracy, as differences can be catalysts for innovation, but we need to find ways to disagree better. We need to lead with curiosity and empathy so we can thrive together as a diverse nation that is made more resilient because of our differences, rather than be weakened by them.
Thank you for being part of the solution.
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