Care Lab is a nonprofit organization that brings together Republican and Democratic leaders in Washington D.C. to have conversations and build understanding across political divides. They run programs like 'Three Dinners' where Senate Chiefs of Staff from both parties meet to discuss belonging, conflict resolution, and collaborative leadership. The organization has reached half of the U.S.
Senate with their bipartisan programming designed to address toxic polarization and political violence. They work with former gang leaders, conflict experts, and other speakers to help congressional staff learn how to communicate better and find common ground. Care Lab has received grants from foundations like Hewlett Foundation and Stand Together to continue their work building more caring, collaborative leadership in government.
Their recent updates include completing multiple cohorts of their dinner series, announcing new board members, and holding delegations to places like Utah where Senate Chiefs can learn from diverse communities. The organization believes that even in times of crisis and uncertainty, there are opportunities for connection, understanding, and productive dialogue between people with different political views.