Talk Truth Project

How do we correct misinformation and engage in connected, civil, and empathetic conversations so that we can choose better leaders, and find solutions that create a better world for us all?

We are deeply concerned about the state of our national discourse and its direct impact on voters’ lives and political choices. Therefore, we have established the JPF Talk Truth Project to inspire citizens to be actively engaged with issues that affect all our lives. This includes learning to de-escalate high conflict situations and train citizens to engage in more powerful and effective conversations. Our goals are to: (a) engage and motivate individuals, (b) train participants, (c) develop a hub of useful content, and (d) scale our impact.

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UPCOMING TRAININGS

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DECEMBER 16

Effective tools to de-escalate high-conflict situations, neutralize misinformation, present the truth, and invite thoughtful choices and conversations. Works for in-person conversations AND for online social media situations.

Testimonials

An evening with the Talk Truth project reminded us of our calling to build Beloved Community, particularly in the face of disinformation and manipulation. Caleb offered us practical, actionable suggestions — tools to serve us in our neighborhoods, online, and with all our complicated families. We needed this in the midst of this election.

Joe Genau

Pastor of Edgewood Presbyterian Church Birmingham AL

The TTP has helped me guide conversations to a more positive dialogue to achieve beneficial solutions to everyday issues.

Tim Hines

As a public servant, I encounter a wide array of constituents on a daily basis. Emotions can often run high. Fortunately, the Talk Truth Project provides useful tools to help me help the constituents I see everyday. The Talk Truth Project has made my interactions with the public more sustainable and more intentional.

Jordan Laslett

I’ve been using the communication tips on team calls with some of our front line folks at our offices for dealing with problematic customers- this method is just good!

Ethan Somers

ENGAGE

Congressional staff
Campaign staffers
Grassroots organizations
Activists
Educators
Journalists and multiple media venues
Concerned individuals, organizations, and community groups

TRAIN

JPF will host digital workshops that:

Train people how to effectively neutralize misinformation while mitigating the spread of misinformation and contentious situations on social media, e.g. Twitter and Facebook,
Empower people to be effective in verbal dialogue (in protests, town halls, interviews, etc.)

SCALE

JPF supports evidence-based projects that have measurable outcomes with world-changing impact.

PROJECT GOALS

By November 2020, these Talk Truth Project strategies are in the toolbox and skill sets of 12,000 campaign staffers
1 million engagements with the Talk Truth Project’s digital arms

Facilitators

Bill Eddy, LCSW, Esq.

Therapist | Lawyer | Mediator | Author

Caleb Carter

Project Coordinator

Floyd Thompkins

CEO, Justice and Peace Foundation

Tammy Lai

COO, Justice and Peace Foundation

“Nothing can stop the power of a committed and determined people to make a difference in our society.”

JOHN LEWIS

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How do we correct misinformation and engage in connected, civil, and empathetic conversations so that we can choose better leaders, and find solutions that create a better world for us all?