Keynote: More in Common and Othering and Belonging Institute

Keynote: More in Common and Othering and Belonging Institute

From CommsCast by The Communications Network

October 29, 2025 · 59 min

About this episode

This episode features TED-style talks addressing perceptions and community building in divisive times.

Keynote: Meeting the Moment Join us for two TED-style talks that will explore perceptions, misconceptions, and how we build shared moments in today’s seemingly divisive times. You’ll hear from Stephen Hawkins, More in Common and Ashlin Malouf, Othering & Belonging Institute Kristen Mack, MacArthur Foundation, will kick things off. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In 2025, The Communications Network annual conference took place in Denver, Colorado. Relive the energy of ComNet25! ComNet — the annual conference of The Communications Network — is the premier global leadership gathering for foundations and nonprofit leaders committed to building a better world through the smart and deliberate use of strategic communications. Join 1,000 of your colleagues from influential and consequential organizations around the world to connect, learn, and share at ComNet26 San Diego, learn more and register here: https://www.comnet26sd.org/ See what else we're up to: https://www.comnetwork.org/

People in this episode

Guests: Stephen Hawkins, Ashlin Malouf

Topics covered

  • communications
  • diversity
  • leadership
  • nonprofit
  • community building

Keywords

  • TED-style talks
  • perceptions
  • misconceptions
  • shared moments
  • divisive times

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: More in Common, Meeting the Moment

Places: Denver, Colorado

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