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Peacebuilding Workshop: Engage and Connect: Peace Through Active Communication - JLF Colorado: International Literature Festival

In an era of polarization and rapid change, meaningful communication is more important—and more challenging—than ever. Whether at work, at home, or in our communities, we often struggle to connect across differences and navigate difficult conversations.

Drawing on Charles Duhigg’s Supercommunicators, as well as other communication science, this talk explores the praxis behind deep listening, emotional attunement, and conversational alignment. You’ll learn practical strategies to become a more effective communicator, build trust, and foster understanding—even when disagreements run deep. If you’ve ever wished you could handle tough conversations with more clarity, empathy, and impact, this session is for you. With Randall Butler and Cassidy Murphy.

Venue: Brook

All are invited to JLF Colorado - an annual international literature festival of books, ideas, stories and camaraderie - September 13-14 at Boulder Public Library.

Date:: Sunday, Sep 14 2025
Time:: 1:15pm - 2:15pm
Location:: Main Library
Audience:: Ages 12 to 18 Ages 18+
Categories:: Author Talk

JLF Colorado is a proud sister festival of the world-renowned Jaipur Literature Festival. JLF Colorado is produced by Teamwork Arts and has been hosted each September in Boulder, Colorado since 2014. We bring together inspiring authors and thought leaders from across the state and around the world.

JLF Colorado is free and open to all. Come for the morning music, stay for engaging conversations—and feel free to attend one session or many. Register for the festival today to secure your spot and receive updates about authors, program sessions, and volunteer opportunities.

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