Dialogue Across Difference Retreat
October 26–29, 2026 at YMCA Cedar Glen
Have you ever been in a conversation where people see things very differently, tensions start to rise, and you’re not quite sure what to say or do next?
What if you could build the skills to step into those moments as a leader?
Join the Dialogue Across Difference Retreat to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to facilitate and mediate meaningful conversations across difference. Whether you’re leading a student group, working on a team, navigating conflict among friends or preparing for your future career, this program will help you learn how to create the conditions for people to listen, engage and move through challenging conversations together.
Retreat details
- October 26 – 29, 2026 (4 days, 3 nights)
- Location: YMCA Cedar Glen
- Brings together 30 undergraduate students for learning, reflection, practice and community-building
- No cost to students selected for the program. Transportation, accommodations, food, program materials and activities are all included.
Developed by the Multi-Faith Centre and Clubs and Leadership Development in Student Life
What you’ll gain
Develop practical leadership skills that you can use in your personal life, your studies, student leadership and future career. Through the program, you’ll learn how to:
- Facilitate conversations across difference and create spaces where people can engage with perspectives different from their own
- Mediate conflict, tension, and disagreement with care, confidence, and intention
- Strengthen self-awareness and understand how identity shapes our perspectives and interactions
- Navigate challenging conversations while supporting relationships and group connection
The retreat combines theoretical learning with real-world practice. You’ll have opportunities to try out facilitation and mediation approaches, work through real-life scenarios, reflect on your own leadership, and learn alongside students with different perspectives and experiences.
There are only 30 spaces available, so we encourage you to apply if you’re interested in becoming a more confident leader who can help others navigate difference, disagreement and difficult conversations.
Apply for the Dialogue Across Difference Retreat
Apply by October 4, 2026 at 10 p.m.
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