The distinct belonging framework developed by the Othering & Belonging Institute (OBI) includes a set of principles and practices that can root out structural inequality and exclusion of all kinds while helping us turn toward, rather than against, each other. Beyond a call for inclusion into pre-existing structures built to serve only some of us, belonging asks each of us to commit to co-creating new structures built for everyone.
Read MoreWhat is the Rethinking Econ101 course? It's a 10-session long online course starting in September, which will:
Guide you through the intellectual foundations of mainstream economics
Expose the myths that mainstream economics espouses
Introduce new approaches to understanding the economy
Equip you with the tools to take action at your school and join the campaign to rethink economics
Did you know that there is a centralized access point for many of the human service organizations serving the Snoqualmie Valley? If you or someone you know needs support with food, transitional housing, employment, financial assistance, or services for youth or seniors, give them a call: 425-470-5921
Read MoreCrafting a Solidarity Statement? The Building Movement Project & SolidarityIs created a new tool w/considerations to help your org with the process! Download to: Reflect on vision & intended impact; identify audiences & core messages; build relationships & assess capacity
Get ready for our virtual Introductory Trainings in Story-based Strategy coming up this fall! There has been an impressive interest in these trainings and the Center for Story-based Strategy wants to make sure to create more spaces to build with powerful organizers, cultural creators, and movement people and keep transforming narrative power and radical imagination for liberation and justice.
Read MoreBelonging: a Weekly Practice Space (BaWPS) is a free, weekly, drop-in space from the Othering & Belonging Institute. In form and content, it responds to some of the most consistent questions we get about belonging: Is belonging a destination, a practice, or both?
Read MoreThis 90 minute workshop offers modules on the topics of Othering, Breaking, Bridging and Belonging. The workshop allows for an interactive discussion using dynamic case studies of real world examples of bridging.
Read MoreThrough hands-on experiential learning and 1:1 networking opportunities, participants in the program gain industry-level training and employment via a 3-month paid internship. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Rolling! Students may apply at any time.
Read More🏠 Worried about losing your home? You’re not alone. ☎️ The state of Washington has set up a free homeownership hotline to answer your questions and provide support. Whether you need help with home repairs or legal aid, the Homeownership Hotline is here to assist.
Read MoreThe Othering & Belonging Institute is excited to be partnering with the Social Impact Exchange (SIE) and the Seed Collaborative on a first-ever Targeted Universalism (TU) Community of Practice designed to train people from foundations, large nonprofits, and institutions who want to take a deep dive into understanding and implementing TU.
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