The Venn Diagram Project℠
Mission Statement:
“Dedicated to resolving conflicts and enhancing understanding across diverse communities, we leverage the Venn Diagram model to foster dialogue, trust, and reconciliation.”
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Director's Note
"At the Venn Diagram Project, we believe that even in a polarized world, progress is possible when we approach our differences with empathy, curiosity and good faith. Our work is about creating spaces for those courageous conversations to unfold."
Melaney Tagg
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Eva Elle
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"The Venn Diagram Project helped us find common ground where we thought none existed. It's a game-changer for community relations."
Guy Mccoy
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"I never understood the other side's views until I participated in a Venn Diagram workshop. It opened my eyes and softened my heart."
Kayla Ray
Local Government Official
"This model has transformed how we handle public consultations, making them more productive and less contentious."
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Our Team
Melaney Tagg
Co-Founder & Director
Alice Parkin
Assistant Director
Chris Stevenson
Co-Founder
What is the Venn Diagram Project?
The Venn Diagram Project uses a proven model to facilitate dialog that builds trust, shares ideas, and finds overlap between groups on various issues.
How did The Venn Diagram Project get started?
The Venn Diagram Project originated in response to conflict in the local school system between conservative voices and the LGBTQ+ community and its supporters regarding a proposed policy. Concerned citizens sought to bring these opposing groups together to find common ground. They, in fact, agreed on much and subsequently influenced the local policy on the issue. VDP methods have then been applied to a wide variety of issues.
Do we promote any particular political agenda?
No, we are a non-partisan non-profit. Our mission is to empower people with conflicting views to engage more civilly and constructively with each other, never to advocate for a particular side. We welcome all conciliatory participants of all backgrounds and beliefs.
What kinds of issues do we address?
We facilitate dialog on a range of polarizing issues, where deeply held beliefs and values come into tension. We applied our methods to LGBTQ+ issues, guns, abortion, parental involvement in public schools, among other issues. We plan to apply our methods to racism, environmentalism, political orientation, as well as a host of other issues.
How can I bring the VDP approach to my community?
We offer workshops, speaker engagements and consulting to help communities implement our trust-building dialogue model. Contact us to discuss your needs.
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