Dialogue isn’t just something that happens in workshops or circles—it’s a daily practice that shapes how we connect, build trust, and navigate conflict. In this episode of Thriving Together: Stories from CCEJ, volunteer Katy Tinsley and CCEJ staff, Monica Lopez engage in a rich conversation on bringing dialogue into our everyday lives.

Together, they unpack what sets dialogue apart from debate or discussion, explore how active listening can transform relationships, and share real-life stories of small moments that made a big impact. From asking better questions to repairing after conflict, this episode is full of tools and reflections to help you build a culture of care, curiosity, and accountability.

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Youth aren’t just the future—they’re the present. In this keynote from the 2025 Roots of Justice Convening, young leaders Cathy Quiroz-Rivas, Athena Abrera, and Helen Price, moderated by j.nyla mcneil, share bold insights on challenging adultism and the value of youth experience in movements for justice.

Tune in for honest reflections, calls to action, and a powerful reminder that youth voices deserve to be heard—and followed. If you are a youth looking to get involved with CCEJ’s Youth Leadership programs, visit cacej.org/youth-leadership

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How do we create spaces where differences are embraced rather than feared? In this special episode from the 2025 Roots of Justice Convening, Jenan Mohajir, Vice President of External Affairs at Interfaith America, joins Reena Hajat Carroll, CCEJ’s Executive Director, for a conversation on pluralism, leaning into curiosity, and the power of bridge-building.

Together, they explore what it takes to foster connection across differences and why these conversations are essential for justice and belonging.

Listen in for insights, reflections, and practical ways to create more inclusive communities.

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Building Bridges Camp is more than just a camp—it’s a space for young people to challenge biases, build relationships, and grow into changemakers. In this episode, we sit down with Chuck Barnes, April Van Ligten, and Sarah Rana—longtime facilitators and volunteers—to hear their personal journeys with the program.

They share what first brought them to Building Bridges, the powerful transformations they’ve witnessed in campers, and the moments that have impacted them the most. We also discuss the challenges of creating brave spaces, the importance of adult role models, and dreams for the future of the program.

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In this episode, our team shares their 2025 resolutions for advancing equity and justice. From personal growth to professional commitments, we reflect on the actions we’ll take to build a more inclusive and equitable world.

Join us as we discuss how we plan to collaborate with colleagues, community members, and partners, and what we hope to learn in the year ahead. Feeling inspired? Visit cacej.org/trainings to explore ways to get involved and make an impact in 2025!

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In this episode, join CCEJ Executive Director Reena Hajat Carroll as she reflects on CCEJ’s highlights of 2024, including the Roots of Justice Convening, the expansion of Uproot and Emerge Conflict Facilitation, Love Day, Building Bridges Camp, and more. Hear how these milestones shaped a year of growth and impact for a more just and equitable community.

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In this episode, we feature a thought-provoking discussion from CCEJ’s "Building Bridges in Divided Times" webinar, originally recorded for United Against Hate Week in September 2024. Five dynamic panelists explore what it truly means to build bridges in a divided world. They delve into the unmet needs that often fuel conflict and highlight the power of community and connection as pathways to a world where everyone can live free of oppression and thrive. Listen for an inspiring conversation about fostering understanding, solidarity, and collective action in challenging times.

CCEJ is one of many organizations in California working to prevent hate in our communities.

Our panelists for this conversation are:

Elissa Barret, Western Justice Center

Maia Ferdman, UCLA Initiative to Study Hate

Reena Hajat Carroll, CCEJ

Aziza Hasan, NewGround: A Muslim-Jewish Partnership for Change

Shaphan Roberts, Caruso Law

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In this episode, CCEJ staff Daniel Solis sits with Jenn Harper, Executive Director of Long Beach Day Nursery to explore Long Beach Day Nursery's ongoing journey to integrate diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) into its core mission. Listen to insights on what motivated the organization to undertake this transformation and how incorporating DEIB is shaping its day-to-day operations. We also hear about the challenges faced along the way, the strategies used to overcome them, and the critical role that community engagement plays in this work.

For organizations looking to begin their own journey towards Restorative Justice and equity and inclusion, tune in and be inspired by this candid conversation about the power of transformation and the possibilities for creating a more just and equitable world for future generations!

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