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Wilmette Institute
Baha'i Faith
Sustainable Development
Bahá'í Faith
Social Transformation
Education
Baha'i Literature
Social Justice
Youth Empowerment
Climate Change
Environmental Racism
Artificial Intelligence
Ras͟hḥ-I-ʻamá
The Young Writers' Endeavor
Literary Arts
Community In Society
Ethics
Family Relationships
Writing
Community Building
Bahá'u'lláh

Changing Course is a podcast series from the Wilmette Institute exploring the core themes of the Social Transformation Certificate program.

Through conversations with students, scholars, and changemakers, the series engages topics such as race unity, education, environmental stewardship, and social change. Each episode reflects on how knowledge, values, and action come together to foster more jus... more

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In this episode of the Wilmette Institute's Changing Course Podcast Series, we explore the power of relationships in public discourse and how building trust, openness, and genuine connection can create opportunities for mutual learning, collective ac... more

In this episode of the Wilmette Institute's Changing Course Podcast Series, we explore the concept of humanity's movement toward collective maturity and what it means for our personal lives and efforts to contribute to social transformation.

Host E... more

In this episode of the Wilmette Institute’s Changing Course Podcast Series, we explore what it means to see learning as a mode of operation—not simply as something that happens in classrooms, but as a way of navigating life itself.

Host Emily Chou ... more

In this episode of the Wilmette Institute’s Changing Course Podcast Series, we explore multiple ways of knowing and being through a thoughtful and reflective conversation.

Host Emily Chou sits down with Julia Berger—curriculum development specialis... more

In this episode of the Wilmette Institute Podcast Series, we explore the relationship between Oneness and Justice through a rich and reflective conversation.

Host Emily Cho sits down with Chloé Greene—liberation historian, cultural worker, and “lov... more

In the first episode of the Wilmette Institute Podcast Series, host Emily Chou sits down with educator Nika Esmailizadeh to explore the meaning of universal participation in education and community life.

What does it truly mean to create spaces whe... more

This webinar will offer insights into evolving efforts to address racial inequality in the US, comparing sixty years ago (during the Civil Rights era) to the present day. Dr. Thomas, who has written about her family’s lived experiences during the civ... more

A conversation with Dr. Richard Thomas on his recently published book chapter “How the Bahá’í Teachings on Racial Unity Influenced My Academic Focus on Race Relations in the United States.”

The Bahá’í Faith and African American Studies: Perspective... more

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Recent Guests

Bob Blecher
Change maker and practitioner focused on social change and education
Noted participant in Wilmette Institute programs
Episode: 5. Humanity's Movement Toward Collective Maturity
Gelareh Eslami
Guest, curriculum developer
Episode: 4. Learning as a Mode of Operation
Julia Berger
Curriculum development specialist at Wilmette Institute; adjunct faculty at Montclair State University
Wilmette Institute; Montclair State University
Episode: 3. Multiple Ways of Knowing and Being
Chloé Greene
Liberation historian, culture worker, love sower
Independent / Wilmette Institute (guest)
Episode: 2. Oneness and Justice: Love in Practice
Nika Esmailizadeh
First grade teacher in the LA area who took a Wilmette Institute course
Los Angeles area school, Wilmette Institute participant
Episode: 1. Universal Participation: A Teacher’s Reflection

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Chitra Golestani
Host of the Wilmette Institute Podcast

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5. Humanity's Movement Toward Collective Maturity
Q: Why is knowledge generation central to progress toward maturity?
Because creating new knowledge enables us to develop new patterns of behavior, relationships, and institutions, which is essential for meaningful social transformation and personal growth.
5. Humanity's Movement Toward Collective Maturity
Q: What practical steps have you taken since taking the courses?
The most valuable actions have been expanding and sharpening my consciousness through the programs, applying new knowledge in education and community building, and facilitating inter-organizational collaboration to advance social transformation.
5. Humanity's Movement Toward Collective Maturity
Q: What sparked your focus on humanity's movement toward collective maturity?
Reflecting on the concept, I realized my own growth mirrors society's progression, and that engaging with Wilmette Institute programs helped me expand beyond a narrow viewpoint to engage in broader, more inclusive discourses.
4. Learning as a Mode of Operation
Q: What actionable steps can listeners take to apply learning as a mode of operation in daily life?
Start by asking what you are learning, what we are learning together, and what to try next; view mistakes as information and translate insights into concrete actions rather than dwelling on them.
4. Learning as a Mode of Operation
Q: How has the pedagogy of the Wilmette Institute contributed to your transformation?
The pedagogy connected intellectual study with reflective practice and human accompaniment, aligning design with the lived experience of learning, which helped integrate theory with action.

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The content features a rich exploration of themes related to the Bahá'í Faith, social justice, and community building. Over various episodes, discussions often center on unity, racial equity, and sustainability through the lens of principles espoused in the Bahá'í teachings. Highlights include student perspectives on sustainability courses, the transformative power of literary arts, and the advocacy for social change through writing. Unique to this series is the emphasis on integrating personal narratives with broader social issues, making the discussions not only academic but also deeply personal and reflective. This blend of spirituality and activism likely appeals to listeners seeking a thoughtful examination of how faith intersects with... more

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