Please join us for an evening with author Robert Fersh as he discusses his book From Conflict to Convergence, which draws on his experience with conflict resolution as a former policy maker. Rob will discuss the ideas and strategies presented in his book and how they can be applied in our local community. Afterwards, he will answer questions and sign books. Books will be available for purchase at the event.
This event will be held at C. Burr Artz Library in partnership with FCPL. It is free and open to the public. For accessibility requests, email info@curiousiguana.com at least two (2) weeks prior to the event.
About the book: In From Conflict to Convergence: Coming Together to Solve Tough Problems, two expert collaborative problem solvers deliver an incisive, hands-on guide to de-escalating conflict and constructively engaging with those you disagree with to find better solutions to problems. In this book full of real-life stories and examples, you’ll find a collection of tried and tested strategies you can employ immediately as you negotiate and navigate your most seemingly intractable conflicts. You’ll learn how finding what the authors call “higher ground” can advance your interests even when facing people and groups you think you have little in common with and how this can set the stage for longer term cooperation.
Perfect for business and organizational leaders, board members, community and religious leaders, public servants, mediators, and anyone else looking to find common ground with people with differing views and perspectives, From Conflict to Convergence also speaks to concerned citizens looking for concrete pathways to lessen troubling divides in their workplaces, their communities, and society at large. From Conflict to Convergence is a must-read resource for an increasingly combative and conflicted world.
About the author: Rob Fersh is the Founder and first CEO of Convergence Center for Policy Resolution He has spent over 45 years bridging policy differences and moving important public policy solutions forward in Washington D.C. through working for Congress and in the Executive Branch as well as in leading non-profit organizations. He is the author of multiple articles and op eds, has been a plenary speaker at many conferences including recently at the National Association of Counties and PathNorth, and has been interviewed on multiple podcasts, including Our Voices Matter, Let’s Find Common Ground, The Great Battlefield Podcast, and more.
