BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//American Leadership Forum Silicon Valley - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:American Leadership Forum Silicon Valley X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.alfsv.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for American Leadership Forum Silicon Valley REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20190310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20191103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240314T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240314T153000 DTSTAMP:20260524T024351 CREATED:20240125T195133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T222619Z UID:50398-1710408600-1710430200@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:The Power of We | MAR 14 DESCRIPTION:The Power of We: Creating a Multi-Racial Community of Care\, Accountability\, & Solidarity \nSenior Fellows who identify as people of color are invited to join to:-Deepen relationships-Appreciate our different experiences and shared values-Build solidarity to rebalance power and create a culture that values everyone’s humanity \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Space is limited. Register today! \nJoin with an open heart and mind for deep listening and sharing as we build community together! \nIn this session\, we will explore:-How the stress and trauma of racism impact us individually and collectively—intergenerationally\, culturally\, and in our interactions with each other.-How we can heal together to strengthen multiracial community building and solidarity \nPlus PJ Hirabayashi (Class XXIX)\, Founder of TaikoPeace\, will lead an interactive workshop on sharing across generations and communities through movement and embodied story-telling. \nTime: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PMLocation: Emmanuel Baptist Church\, 467 N. White Rd\, San Jose 95127 \nThis is the fourth session in The Power of We series. \nFacilitators:–Leon Beauchman (Class XX)\, Therapist\, Artist & President\, SCC Alliance of Black Educators–Melissa Cerezo (Class XXXVIII)\, Urban Planner & Manager\, VTA–Darcie Green (Class XXVIII)\, Executive Director\, Latinas Contra Cancer \n \n  URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/the-power-of-we-mar-14/ LOCATION:Emmanuel Baptist Church\, 467 N. White Rd\, San Jose\, 95127\, United States CATEGORIES:ALF Affinity Group,Learning Circle,Race & Equity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240118T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240118T180000 DTSTAMP:20260524T024351 CREATED:20231115T030004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T183053Z UID:49829-1705593600-1705600800@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:Faith and the Environment - Dialogue and Panel DESCRIPTION:ALF Silicon Valley’s Muslim Affinity Group invites you to: \nFaith and the Environment | Panel and Dialogue\nJoin ALF Senior Fellows and partners to: \n\nLearn how Islam\, Judaism\, Hinduism\, Buddhism\, Indigenous traditions\, and other religious and spiritual communities teach about the environment.\nConnect with leaders from diverse backgrounds and perspectives to understand commonalities and differences\, as well as share a commitment to taking action to heal and protect our earth and climate. You will also have an opportunity to share your perspectives and values.\n\nFeaturing: \n\nDr. Mohammad Qayoumi (Class XXV)\, President Emeritus\, San Jose State University and former Minister of Finance and Chief Advisor on Infrastructure and Technology to the President of Afghanistan\nLael Gray (Class XLII)\, COO\, Peninsula Jewish Community Center\nAsh Kalra (Class XXVII)\, CA State Assemblymember\nNaomi Nakano-Matsumoto (Class XXIV)\, Jodo Shinshu Buddhist\nTeresa Castellanos (Class XXVI)\, Community Organizer\n\n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Thursday\, January 18 \nTime: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT \nNOTE: The virtual program will start at 4:30 PM PT / 6:30 PM CT / 7:30 PM ET. Local\, in-person attendees should meet at the venue at 4:00 PM PT. \nVenue: Hybrid—San Jose Sobrato Center for Nonprofits & Zoom \nLearn more about the ALF Muslim Affinity Group URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/faith-environment-panel/ LOCATION:Hybrid Event\, CA CATEGORIES:ALF Affinity Group,Arts & Culture,Learning Circle,Race & Equity,Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231215T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231215T140000 DTSTAMP:20260524T024351 CREATED:20231115T232545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T232548Z UID:49842-1702643400-1702648800@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:December Lunch & Learn DESCRIPTION:San Francisco-East Bay Senior Fellow Lunch & Learn | Civil Dialogue as a Means for Strengthening Democracy\nEnjoy lunch and dialogue with Senior Fellows living or working in San Francisco and the East Bay! \nHosted by Lauren Silver (Class XXX)\, Vice President of Education\, The Commonwealth Club\, and Gloria Duffy (Class X)\, President & CEO\, The Commonwealth Club. \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Date: December 15Time: 12:30 PM – 2:00 PMLocation: The Commonwealth Club\, 110 The Embarcadero\, San Francisco\, CA 94105 URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/december-lunch-learn/ LOCATION:The Commonwealth Club\, 110 The Embarcadero\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94105 CATEGORIES:Learning Circle,Small Group,Social event/mixer END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231026T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231026T200000 DTSTAMP:20260524T024351 CREATED:20230906T214451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T214536Z UID:49066-1698343200-1698350400@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:Dinner & Dialogue DESCRIPTION:Connect and converse—ALF style—with ten other extraordinary Senior Fellows. \nThis event is by invitation only. For more information\, contact Allyson Paul. URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/dinner-dialogue-oct26/ LOCATION:Private Venue CATEGORIES:Learning Circle,Small Group,Social event/mixer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.alfsv.org/wp-content/uploads/ALF-Dinner-Dialogue-generic-postcard.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231025T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231025T173000 DTSTAMP:20260524T024351 CREATED:20230927T041931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230930T185947Z UID:49258-1698249600-1698255000@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:ALF National Presents: Civic Bridge Building DESCRIPTION:Civic Bridge Building with Christy Vines and David Eisner\nModerated by Suzanne St. John-Crane\, ALF Silicon Valley CEO\, ALF National Interim Executive Director\, Class XXV / Urbanism XXXIV. \nAre you concerned about polarization in our politics and news feeds? Are you struggling to have dialogue across differences online\, at work\, or at the dinner table? \nJoin us for a stimulating workshop and conversation with two seasoned bridge builders who’ve wrestled with the toughest divisions at the highest levels and turn to deep relationship building\, listening strategies\, and neuroscience to understand how we can thrive as a multi-cultural\, ideologically diverse citizenry. \nDATE: OCT 25\, 2023\nTIME: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM (PT)\nVENUE: ONLINE\nCOST: ALF Senior Fellows/Fellows: No Cost/Optional Donation\, General Public: $30 \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Christy VinesPresident & CEO\, Ideos Institute\nChristy Vines is the President and CEO of Ideos Institute. She is best known for her unique perspective on faith\, society\, and culture\, and her ability to help people bridge differences and connect more authentically. Christy is a published writer\, speaker\, and the executive producer of the 2022 documentary film\, Dialogue Lab: America\, a moving take on the current state of division and polarization in the U.S. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read More\n In 2015\, Christy left the field of religious conflict and extremism to focus on the advancement of the burgeoning field of empathic intelligence and to find answers to the disconnections\, biases\, and misperceptions that often underlie conflict in the first place. She now leads the organization’s research and its application to the fields of conflict transformation\, social cohesion\, communal resiliency\, and servant leadership. \nChristy is a published writer\, speaker\, and the executive producer of the 2022 documentary film\, “Dialogue Lab: America\,” a moving take on the current state of division and polarization in the U.S. She has appeared on podcasts like How Do We Fix It and Bob Goff’s Dream Big Podcast\, with articles and op-eds published in the Washington Post\, Christianity Today\, and Capital Commentary. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n David EisnerFormer CEO of Convergence\nDavid Eisner is a thought leader and former senior executive strengthening civic engagement\, constituent management\, policy-setting\, and coalition action in the worlds of Business\, Philanthropy\, Government\, and Nonprofits. Most recently\, as CEO of Convergence\, David oversaw the expansion of Convergence’s role in the anti-polarization\, bridgebuilding\, and democracy-renewal movements. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read More\n As CEO of Convergence\, David oversaw the expansion of Convergence’s role in the anti-polarization\, bridgebuilding\, and democracy-renewal movements\, building programs to inspire and equip leaders and institutions to learn and adopt the mindsets and skills enabling connection and collaboration across divides. This work included\, among other things: \n\nSupporting groups of Congressmen to increase bipartisan planning\, collaboration\, and conflict management;\nCo-founding and co-leading the Collective Impact initiative\, Bridging Movement Alignment Council;\nBuilding a coalition of support for the Building Civic Bridges Act\n\nDavid has served as CEO of the Corp for National and Community Service in the George W. Bush Administration\, Sr. Vice President for the America Online and Time Warner Foundations\, CEO of the National Constitution Center under former President Clinton\, founder of Network for Good\, and board member of many organizations\, including Independent Sector\, National 4-H\, Points of Light\, Public Allies\, One America Movement and more. URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/civic-bridge-building/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:ALF National,Learning Circle,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230929T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230929T150000 DTSTAMP:20260524T024351 CREATED:20230824T003257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T192643Z UID:49009-1695976200-1695999600@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:The Power of We DESCRIPTION:The Power of We: Creating a Multi-Racial Community of Care\, Accountability\, & SOLIDARITY\nJoin to:\n-Deepen relationships\n-Appreciate our different experiences and shared values\n-Build solidarity to rebalance power and create a culture that values everyone’s humanity \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Space is limited. Register today! \nJoin with an open heart and mind for deep listening and sharing our stories as we buildcommunity together! \nWe will:–Explore how we experience and can act in solidarity with each other-Explore individual and collective power to co-create a new culture and vision of humanity for all \nLocation: Mountain View Buddhist Temple \nThis is the third session in The Power of We series. \nFacilitators:–Leon Beauchman (Class XX)\, Therapist\, Artist & President\, SCC Alliance of Black Educators–Melissa Cerezo (Class XXXVIII)\, Urban Planner & Manager\, VTA–Darcie Green (Class XXVIII)\, Executive Director\, Latinas Contra Cancer \n \n  URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/the-power-of-we/ LOCATION:Private Venue CATEGORIES:ALF Affinity Group,Learning Circle,Race & Equity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230627T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230627T133000 DTSTAMP:20260524T024351 CREATED:20230515T215712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T215850Z UID:45826-1687854600-1687872600@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:ALF Women's Gathering DESCRIPTION:Loading…Loading… URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/alf-womens-gathering/ LOCATION:Nestledown\, 22420 Old Santa Cruz Highway\, Los Gatos\, CA\, 95033\, United States CATEGORIES:ALF Affinity Group,Learning Circle,Race & Equity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.alfsv.org/wp-content/uploads/Womens-Gathering-event-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210401T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210401T153000 DTSTAMP:20260524T024351 CREATED:20210330T213502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210330T213502Z UID:7463-1617285600-1617291000@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:White Leader Learning Circle DESCRIPTION:White Leader Learning Circle\nThe White Leader Learning Circle intends to provide a safe and brave space for white leaders to be in a dialogue about whiteness and the impact of white privilege historically and currently in communities of color. This group will explore historical oppression as well as systematic and structural racism. In addition\, we will look at how white people can become co-conspirators and anti-racist allies for change. \nIn this session\, we will: \n\nExamine white fragility and how it shows up personally and institutionally\nWhat it means to be actively anti-racist\nDiscuss how to become an ally and co-conspirator\nProvide a space to struggle and grapple with your own internalized racism\n\nIf you have any questions regarding the Learning Circle\, contact Chief Impact Officer Jenny Niklaus at jniklaus@alfsv.org. URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/white-leader-learning-circle-6/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:Learning Circle END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201207T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201207T160000 DTSTAMP:20260524T024351 CREATED:20201109T192504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201109T192504Z UID:6544-1607349600-1607356800@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:White Leader Learning Circle DESCRIPTION:White Leader Learning Circle\nThe White Leader Learning Circle intends to provide a safe and brave space for white leaders to be in a dialogue about whiteness and the impact of white privilege historically and currently in communities of color. This group will explore historical oppression as well as systematic and structural racism. In addition\, we will look at how white people can become co-conspirators and anti-racist allies for change. \nIn this session\, we will: \n\nExamine white fragility and how it shows up personally and institutionally\nWhat it means to be actively anti-racist\nDiscuss how to become an ally and co-conspirator\nProvide a space to struggle and grapple with your own internalized racism\n\nIf you have any questions regarding the Learning Circle\, contact Chief Impact Officer Jenny Niklaus at jniklaus@alfsv.org URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/white-leader-learning-circle-5/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:Learning Circle ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200824T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200824T160000 DTSTAMP:20260524T024351 CREATED:20200804T214801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200804T214801Z UID:5561-1598277600-1598284800@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:White Leader Learning Circle DESCRIPTION:White Leader Learning Circle\nThe intent of the White Leader Learning Circle is to provide a safe and brave space for white leaders to be in a dialogue about whiteness and the impact of white privilege historically and currently in communities of color. This group will explore historical oppression as well as systematic and structural racism. In addition\, we will look at how white people can become co-conspirators and anti-racist allies for change. \nIn this session we will: \n\nExamine white fragility and how it shows up personally and institutionally\nWhat it means to be actively anti-racist\nDiscuss how to become an ally and co-conspirator\nProvide a space to struggle and grapple with your own internalized racism\n\nIf you have any questions regarding the Learning Circle\, contact Chief Impact Officer\, Jenny Niklaus at jniklaus@alfsv.org URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/white-leader-learning-circle-2/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:Learning Circle ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200707T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200707T180000 DTSTAMP:20260524T024351 CREATED:20200623T115404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200623T115404Z UID:4537-1594137600-1594144800@www.alfsv.org SUMMARY:White Leader Learning Circle DESCRIPTION:White Leader Learning Circle\n\n\n\nREGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO ALF SENIOR FELLOWS AND FELLOWS. \nThe intent of the White Leader Learning Circle is to provide a safe and brave space for white leaders to be in a dialogue about whiteness and the impact of white privilege historically and currently in communities of color. This group will explore historical oppression as well as systematic and structural racism. In addition\, we will look at how white people can become co-conspirators and anti-racist allies for change. In this session we will: \n– Examine white fragility and how it shows up personally and institutionally \n– What it means to be actively anti-racist \n– Discuss how to become an ally and co-conspirator \n– Provide a space to struggle and grapple with your own internalized racism URL:https://www.alfsv.org/event/white-leader-learning-circle/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:Learning Circle,Virtual END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR