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Connector Series Archive

SHARING IDEAS TO SPARK CHANGE.

Since its beginning in 1993, the Marion Institute has worked to foster understanding and dialogue around big ideas. In small and large venues, we have introduced people with cutting edge ideas to audiences with a thirst for knowledge and a passion for positive change. These events have focused on health, social justice, sustainability, responsible business, and individual potential, often highlighting issues 2 or 3 years before they have emerged in the national press.

The Connector Series events continue to inspire audiences and nurture thoughtful dialogue all year long with a fresh range of events, including speeches, panel discussions, and intensive workshops. Keep in touch with our latest news and step into a world of ideas that will help transform the way you live.

The Open Source Economy

July 15, 2016

Open source means everyone, regardless of location, has the tools create a better life.

Sobonfu Somé – Embracing Your Gifts

July 15, 2016

Dagara wisdom, this talk brings to light how everyone has a personal gift that is vital to the well being of the individual and the community.

A Different Approach to Hunger Relief and Food Recovery

July 15, 2016

CFC 2015 Doug Rauch: A Different Approach to Hunger Relief and Food Recovery We’re wasting…

Antwi Akom- Greening the Educational Industrial Complex

July 15, 2016

Antwi Akom is an Associate Professor in the Department of Africana Studies and an affiliated faculty in Educational Leadership at San Francisco State University.

Connector Series – Video Archive, Rev. Dr. William Barber

June 17, 2016

North Carolina NAACP President Rev. Dr. William Barber talks about fighting for rights in the modern U.S. political landscape.

Autism Advocate Temple Grandin – October 22, 2016

May 6, 2016

Temple Grandin was diagnosed with ‪‎autism‬ as a child and went on to pursue work in psychology and animal science.