Our Impact
In the short term, the indicators below verify that we’re on the right track in our mission to create peace between cultures with a history of mutual distrust by engaging youth leaders in a transformative peace-building experience. Our greatest impact, however, lies within the contributions our alumni will make to promote peace and understanding between communities as they grow and succeed.
Facilitators Trained
facilitated discussions
community members engaged
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Of participants reported that they would like to cohost their own and/or come back to another discussion
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Of participants reported that they learned or became aware of something valuable during the conversation
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Of participants reported that they gained more understanding and appreciation for other members in the discussion
Their Words…
I learned to listen, even if I don’t agree with others and I respect that. I learned the different opinions and the reason behind that.
I learned to improve my communication skill – make it clear, understandable, more confident, add critical thinking in my story, etc.
I really enjoy it.
I found out that we have different backgrounds, and this is what leads to all of our different ideas. What I have learned is to respect other ideas and listen without judgement. By doing this we will learn from one another and accept that we are part of the same society.
I have learned that whatever I think or believe is not always right for everyone. I love reading and thinking, so this group discussion is the best place for me to share and listen to opinions. It helps me get out of my head and connect with people.
Meet Hassan, Founder and Head Facilitator
Growing up with a Father from Iran and an American-Jewish Mother our Founder, Hassan Ghiassi had a lot of different cultures and strong beliefs to confront from a very young age.
He designed Aristotle’s Cafe because he wanted to address people’s need to be respected, engaged, and given voice in a safe environment.
Get In Touch
Find a Discussion Near You
Luckily, there is no place, time, or language that can stop a good discussion. Aristotle’s Cafe is meant to be spread, and philosophy is meant to be within communities filled with diverse thoughts and backgrounds. Let us know how we can help to bring this to your area. Please let us know if you’d like to be trained in this Facilitation method and we will send you a special offer for our training course.
Find a Discussion Near You
Luckily, there is no place, time, or language that can stop a good discussion. Aristotle’s Cafe is meant to be spread, and philosophy is meant to be within communities filled with diverse thoughts and backgrounds.
Let us know how we can help to bring this to your area. Please let us know if you’d like to be trained in this Facilitation method and we will send you a special offer for our training course.
