Civility Goes Viral (CGV)
"Civility is not a tactic or a sentiment. It is the determined choice of trust over cynicism, of community over chaos."
George W. Bush
What We Stand For
- Promoting Kindness and Compassion: Emphasizing the importance of treating others with love and generosity, regardless of differing viewpoints.
- Reducing Polarization: Divisions of opinion can easily escalate. Viral civility is needed to bridge gaps and create sense of unity despite disagreements.
- Preserving Relationships: Practicing respectful conflict resolution civilly safeguards societal relationships from unnecessary strain or division.
- Grace and Mercy: Acknowledge and recognize differences in one’s opinion, values or beliefs without resorting to judging or conflict. We champion significance in one another by respecting their voice.
- Upholding Dignity: Bridging our differences can ignite hope, one’s sense of purpose and significance by feeling heard and seen.
- Setting Admirable Examples: Promoting and educating how civility can become a catalyst for respectful and meaningful behavior, creating a ripple effect across communities.
- Respectful Communication: Championing for thoughtful, reasoned and collaborative dialogue with a courteous and polite discussion.
- Positive Collaboration: Working together effectively, even when opinions differ. This approach can lead to innovative solutions and progress.
- Mutual Understanding: Encouraging heartfelt listening and mutual respect to overcome and value differences by honoring unique perspectives.
- Strengthen Community Values: Solidify foundations of a thriving society by reinforcing shared principles of respect, collaboration and teamwork.
Pillars of Civility
CGV Kids
Getting Our Next Generations Involved
Our future depends on having next generations understand the value and significance of civility in the future society they will be leading and living in. The current divided culture will eventually be our downfall. Click on the following link for more details on why getting our youth and children involved in civility is vital to our future.
Civility Examples in Action
Article by Newsweek on how to focus on commonalities over differences in the workplace is key to civility.
Article detailing Nine Examples of Civility. Finding common ground when significant differences exist that seem impossible.
Door County in Wisconsin established a County wide civility project to foster and incorporate the principles of civility.
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