Since 1993, the BRC has become known for its ability to create dialogue among diverse voices and perspectives within the context of global ethics. Public events at the BRC address important issues in an atmosphere of open-minded collaboration as scholars, activists, and concerned citizens gather to share ideas.

Public Events at the BRC

On Re-awakening East-West Connections: Walden and Beyond, the Inaugural Ikeda Forum for Intercultural Dialogue (October 2004)

 

“[This Forum] was a thrilling opportunity to renew myself as a person in this violent world. It provided a new way of thinking about my subject, which I have worked on for thirty years…It was a wonderful weekend, with a large and interesting group of people ready to talk.”

Phyllis Cole, Professor, English and American Studies, Penn State University, and President, Ralph Waldo Emerson Society

"It has been very enlightening - a call for all of us to look at ways to enhance dialogue on all levels and rediscover our humanity."

Zoughbi E. Zoughbi, Founder and Director of Wi’am, Palestinian Conflict Resolution Center

 

 

On Re-imagining Self, Other, and the Natural World, BRC’s 10^th Anniversary Conference (September 2003)

 

“All the presentations were fantastic, especially peace-making circles. This was an amazing 2 days; so joyful! I’m glad I came.”

Kali Saposnick, Pegasus Communications

On Redefining Power in the 21st Century: Military, Economic, and Spiritual Options (October 2001)

 

"Great meeting! I felt comfortable that my thinking is neither bizarre nor impossible. I am encouraged to support the UN and my thoughts have crystallized enough to write to congressional reps. Thanks for what you do."

John Moses, M.D.

On From War Culture to Cultures of Peace: Challenges for Civil Society (1999)

"In my 60 years of participating in conferences on peace issues, this has been the most creative conference I have ever been part of."

Elise Boulding, Scholar, Writer, Activist, and Professor Emerita of Dartmouth College

We invite you to explore recent events and conferences through the links provided above…and we hope to see you at the BRC in the future.

Click here for events from 1999 and earlier.