Welcome to Our Forum Members’ Events Page!

As a Forum member, you’ll have access to a wide variety of exclusive events and opportunities designed to help you connect and engage with fellow members. Through in-person and online gatherings, original research, storytelling, and funded joint communities and projects, you’ll deepen your understanding of concepts like othering, belonging, breaking, and bridging. You'll also share practices and strategies to counter polarization and democratic erosion while navigating the complexities of power, privilege, and positionality in our diverse social and cultural contexts.

Explore the exciting events and programs we currently offer below. 


For any inquiries about our community events, please reach out to:

Evan Yoshimoto at  evan.yoshimoto@berkeley.edu 


We look forward to seeing you at our community events!

If you’re not a Forum member yet and are interested in joining, apply to become a member here

Monthly virtual meetings

  • Article Club

    Monthly virtual meetups for deep discussions of thought-provoking articles on democracy & belonging

  • Bridgers' Roundtable

    Monthly virtual meetups to exchange insights on depolarization and facilitate dialogue, while sharing experiences in bridging divides.

  • Democracy & Belonging in Cities

    Bi-monthly virtual meetups exploring vibrant cities as dynamic environments for cultivating democratic participation and a sense of belonging.

Learning programs

  • Introduction To Bridging & Belonging Orientation Program

    Biannual program for new and current members interested in more deeply grappling with Othering & Belonging frameworks and connecting with fellow Forum members.