Sustained Dialogue

What is Sustained Dialogue?
Sustained Dialogue (SD) is a program that allows people to discuss important social issues and understand the varied perspectives of individuals they may not otherwise meet.

Why Should I get involved?
SD equips its participants with the communication skills necessary for increasingly diverse academic, social, and work environments.  Sustained Dialogue is an opportunity to engage in conversation in an atmosphere of respect and community. SD leaves each participant with a deeper appreciation of individual complexity and a meaningful connection to the members of the dialogue group.

Here’s how it works:

Dialogue group meetings are held twice each month. Each dialogue group consists of 8-12 participants, reflective of community diversity. Two moderators are trained by the Sustained Dialogue Campus Network to moderate each group’s dialogue and ensure healthful and respectful discussion. Interactive dialogue sessions are designed to allow students to grow and better understand their peers, addressing issues in an unmistakably interesting way.

If you would like further information concerning UA’s Sustained Dialogue program, I encourage you to explore this site.  If you should have further questions, comments, or concerns please feel free to contact us at sdbama@gmail.com, or come ask about us at the Crossroads Community Center (232 Ferguson Center).