The election of Donald Trump, growing political apathy, and mounting global crises make us feel powerless. We don’t know what to do. Having tough political conversations is a place to start. When we engage people, make them feel respected, and invite them in, we can stop the slide to the right and save our democracy. Donovan Hayden will be discussing the power of personal experiences, having difficult conversations, and being a force for good.

Donovan is a political organizer and theatre creator based in Toronto. He has had the opportunity to engage with anti-racism work, theater, and community organizing in Canada and the United States. He is actively involved in the Unitarian Universalist church, regularly giving talks/workshops on community organizing and anti-racism work for congregations.