Democracy Forum 2024

The 2024 Democracy Forum brought together global changemakers, including President Obama, to tackle a key challenge: how to meaningfully engage across differences, even when it’s difficult. Through discussions with speakers like Ryan Reynolds and Reyna Roberts and hands-on workshops with partners like Civic Nation (Opens in a new tab), we explored the power of storytelling and connection and how the concept of pluralism works in real life. Attendees, both in person and virtual, left with tools to foster dialogue, bridge divides, and strengthen communities.
Moving Forward
Pluralism isn’t just an idea—it’s a generational practice. Explore these resources to take action in your community and continue the work of strengthening democracy.
President Obama’s Remarks at the Forum
Learn more (Opens in a new tab)Practical Pluralism: A Toolkit for Action
Learn morePresident Obama reflects on pluralism
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