Spending time with family and friends is often one of the highlights of the holiday season. However, these gatherings may involve tension for some families. Disagreement with loved ones over talks of politics, pubic health, and other topics can be common. Such conversations can be stressful and can even create discord in families. Learn more about how to navigate these difficult conversations during the holiday season.

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Wishing you happy holidays and thank you for all your support throughout the year. All the best for 2022. Stay warm out there!

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The Office of Equity and Diversity recently opened Spring 2022 registration for their Equity Certificate Hosted Online Program. Ten trainings are available, one of them focusing on "Navigating Challenging Conversations."

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