We'll have a 'kitchen table' conversation about how leadership in democratic countries often represents only the minority. Do you feel like you still belong in your country (and that your vote counts) today?

Watch before the event:

• Watch "What is Voter Suppression?" (1 min) Link HERE
• Watch Whose Vote Counts, Explained (25 min) Link HERE (no subscription required)

AND/OR

• Watch "All In: The Fight for Democracy" (Amazon Prime) (1 hr 42 min) Link HERE

AND/OR

• Watch Rigged: The Voter Suppression Playbook (1 hr 12 min). Link HERE (no subscription required)

Format:

1) Please watch one of the required films before the event. We use them to jumpstart the dialogue and quickly move to our own ideas and stories. This is not a philosophy group. The goal is to take action for ourselves and others.

2) We'll have a conversation about the topic question.

3) The format allows everyone to talk and listen similar to what happens around a kitchen table. Please keep your camera turned on even when listening to enhance the conversation.

Note: If registered, you will receive an email with a link to join the online event an hour or two beforehand.

Duration: 2 hours

Audience: 16+ years old - Anyone open to listening and hearing different opinions & inclusive of any race, gender, sexual orientation, or religion.

Number of Attendees: 12 people.

Arrival Time: Please arrive 5 minutes before the start time. The online room will be open 15 minutes before start time for anyone who wants to network.

End Time: We may go a bit past time if the conversation is flowing and then finish. If you need to leave, please do.

Technical requirements:

We will use Zoom. It is preferred to use a stationary tablet or computer/laptop. Please keep your camera on because we strive to match the same face-to-face in-person meeting experience.

Deadline: Please register before Friday, October 23rd at 4pm ET.

If you have a ticket and cannot attend, please email the organizer at least 48 hours beforehand so someone else can take your spot.

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If questions/comments, please email the organizer: Flavian DeLima

BELOW: Janelle Monáe contributed the Turntables song for the new doc film: All In: The Fight for Democracy (Sept 2020)

What is a Kitchen Table Conversation

A Kitchen Table Conversation is an informal dialogue around a big question. It happens in a safe and comfortable space where - like a Kitchen Party - it is easy to disagree, air differences of opinions, be funny, confirm or repudiate assumptions, and find new and innovative ways to observe or resolve a problem. The most important part of a conversation is to respect everyone around the table.

Flavian is the host and will facilitate the conversation. Attendees do most of the talking.

Tips for a great conversation:

Watch the video below to learn 10 ways to have better conversations by Celeste Headlee (12-minutes).