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Belonging is a deeply human experience that speaks to the fundamental need for social connection and acceptance. In faith-based communities, belonging can inspire individuals to volunteer, use their voice and actively participate in activities that align with their values and beliefs. This session explores the dynamic relationship between belonging and faith and the ways that individuals are building bridges by fostering understanding, promoting collaboration and engaging meaningfully in civic life.
The Civic Talk: Keys to Building Bridges: Belonging, Volunteerism, and Civic Engagement discussion explored how belonging and faith intersect to build bridges, foster understanding, and promote meaningful civic engagement. The panel featured insights from Ben McBride, co-founder of Empower Initiative; Jenan Mohajir, vice president of external affairs, Interfaith America; Catherine Tong Dannaoui, executive director, Hands On Hong Kong and Diane Quest, chief operating officer of Points of Light, who served as the moderator.
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The Points of Light Conference was held June 11-14, 2024 in Houston, bringing together social impact leaders from across the sector. With more than 70 educational workshops, inspirational leadership discussions, and opportunities to connect with peers, this conference offers something for every champion of social good. Learn more and join us in New Orleans, June 3-6, 2025: pointsoflight.org/points-of-light-conference
Belonging is a deeply human experience that speaks to the fundamental need for social connection and acceptance. In faith-based communities, belonging can inspire individuals to volunteer, use their voice and actively participate in activities that align with their values and beliefs. This session explores the dynamic relationship between belonging and faith and the ways that individuals are building bridges by fostering understanding, promoting collaboration and engaging meaningfully in civic life.
The Civic Talk: Keys to Building Bridges: Belonging, Volunteerism, and Civic Engagement discussion explored how belonging and faith intersect to build bridges, foster understanding, and promote meaningful civic engagement. The panel featured insights from Ben McBride, co-founder of Empower Initiative; Jenan Mohajir, vice president of external affairs, Interfaith America; Catherine Tong Dannaoui, executive director, Hands On Hong Kong and Diane Quest, chief operating officer of Points of Light, who served as the moderator.
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The Points of Light Conference was held June 11-14, 2024 in Houston, bringing together social impact leaders from across the sector. With more than 70 educational workshops, inspirational leadership discussions, and opportunities to connect with peers, this conference offers something for every champion of social good. Learn more and join us in New Orleans, June 3-6, 2025: pointsoflight.org/points-of-light-conference
