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Listen to a homily about belonging.
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Ask your local library to create a list of children's books that tell stories of belonging and inclusion.
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Donate books with stories of belonging and inclusion to a local school.
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Hear a sermon about belonging.
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Learn about why we all need to feel like we belong.
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Make a playlist of songs that speak to creating a more welcoming world and share with others. Follow this link to find easy steps for creating and sharing your new playlist.
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Record an interview remotely with someone who has made you feel like you belong and share!
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Send a note to a new neighbor or colleague asking to connect for coffee.
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Set up a text thread with your neighbors to stay connected.
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Using social media - run a 5-day story on how you are creating belonging in your community. Share using the hashtag #belongingbeginswithus
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Write a 10 word 'story' that describes what 'belonging' means to you and share it on social media using #BelongingBeginswithUs
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Ask your faith leader to give a sermon about belonging.
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Build a little free library in your yard and share your stories of belonging with people in your neighborhood.
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Invite a friend from a different background to cook with you to teach you how to make their favorite food.
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Join a book club that commits to learning about new people, places and ideas and makes you feel like you belong.
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Join a dog walking group and get to know other dog owners in your community.
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Join a guided conversation with people who hold different viewpoints.
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Record a short video clip, celebrating a friend, neighbor or colleague who has made you feel welcome. Share using the hashtag #belongingbeginswithus
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Seek out mentoring opportunities at your local YMCA and give someone the gift of belonging.
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Set up a virtual recipe exchange in your community.
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Say hello to someone new when walking your dog.
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Put a sign in your yard that makes others feel welcome.
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Write a welcoming card for a new person in your work or home community telling them you're glad they're here.
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Check out Girls Inc and see how you can connect to and support young, emerging leaders.
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Attend a virtual Civic Saturday event to connect with other engaged citizens.
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Explore resources from the Stuttering Foundation to learn more and support those who stutter.
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Send good wishes to an acquaintance or co-worker on their religious holiday.
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Explore the work of Braver Angels and consider having conversations with those who see the world differently than you.
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Join a musical meetup in your community and connect to other music lovers.
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Get involved with your local Habitat for Humanity and do good while meeting your neighbors.
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Meet up with local photographers to share tips, techniques, and experiences.
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Invite a group of friends together and create care package items for first responders, military members and our Veterans.
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Take the Pledge to Listen and learn how you can become a deeper listener for your friends, family, and community.
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Visit your local Catholic Charities to find ways that you can take action to support your community.
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Invite a friend from a different background to attend a virtual cooking class with you.
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Find a local Mom Group Meetup to connect with other mothers in your area.
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Join your local running club and make new friends while getting your cardio in.
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Join a sports-league at your local YMCA and meet others in your community.
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Invite your co-workers to participate in a local One Warm Coat drive in your community.
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Explore Make America Dinner Again and consider hosting your own bridging dinner.
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Get involved in your local Rebuilding Together chapter and help revitalize your community.
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Gather with community members who enjoy journaling to learn about each other's lives, experiences and background.
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Learn about the WEAVE project and join their efforts to build connections in communities.
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Join your local hiking group and make new friends in your community.