Facing Racial and Cultural Conflicts:
Tools for Rebuilding Community, Second Edition

Communities throughout America are faced with conflicts that involve issues of race, ethnicity, culture, religion and sexual orientation. Left unaddressed, these conflicts can permanently fragment the political culture, making it difficult, if not impossible, to effectively address important community problems. This publication offers an assortment of tools that can be used to bring people together and help channel intergroup conflict in productive directions. The techniques presented range from proactive initiatives to incident-specific responses. Emphasis is given to collaborative problem solving, but the authors discuss such topics as the role of the community leader in a conflict situation, grassroots initiatives, and educational programs. Use of the tools is illustrated with briefcase studies throughout.

This edition includes a broader discussion of cultural differences in collaborative processes. The descriptions are designed to help community leaders craft a process for resolving differences that is comfortable and culturally acceptable for every participant. The resource section has also been expanded with information on more organizations and written materials. Whether you are dealing with tensions over race, ethnicity, national origin, class, sexual orientation, religion or physical capabilities, you are likely to find something of value in this book.

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