A protected space to think through hard questions with people who see things differently.
Seed Dialogue Circle brings small groups together in Los Angeles to explore questions that affect our lives and communities. A trained facilitator guides the conversation, helping participants listen closely, weigh difficult choices, and understand the values behind different views.
Make room for
careful
conversation.
Some questions deserve more time than we usually give them. A shared reading gives everyone a starting point. An issue guide lays out different approaches to the question. Together, we explore the concerns behind them and what each choice could mean.
Seeds Of Meaning organizes the process without directing the group toward a predetermined conclusion. The aim is to build understanding and strengthen the judgment people bring to public life.
How It Works
01. Choose a Circle.
Explore upcoming Circles and choose a question you’d like to think through with others. Sign up to reserve your place in the conversation.
02. Share your perspective
When you sign up, a short questionnaire invites you to share your experiences, concerns, and questions about the issue. Your responses help inform the discussion.
03. Explore the shared reading.
You'll receive a short reading in advance — an essay, article, or brief — so everyone has a common starting point for the conversation.
04. Join the conversation.
Join a small group for a three-hour session guided by a facilitator. Together, you’ll explore different approaches to the issue and weigh the choices and trade-offs each involves.
05. Receive the group summary.
Afterward, you’ll receive a summary of the group’s key concerns, difficult trade-offs, and areas of agreement and disagreement. Yours to keep.
Who It’s For
For people who want to contribute thoughtfully to their communities.
Participants bring different backgrounds, experiences, and political views. Bring your convictions and a willingness to listen, ask questions, and consider another perspective. What matters is how we engage with one another.
