The Inspiration

One drop at a time

Sometimes, the world feels very heavy. When we hear about wars, people losing their homes, or the climate crisis, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and small—as if our individual actions don’t matter. It’s tempting to look away or hide.

But here, we choose a different path. We acknowledge that the “forest fires” of our world exist, and rather than turning away, we choose to do something about them.

We are inspired by the legend of the tiny hummingbird. While the larger animals froze in fear, the little bird flew back and forth, carrying single drops of water in its beak. When asked why she bothered, she simply said: “I am doing the best I can.”

The Essential Question: How do we find our power to act when things feel overwhelming

The Method

The bridge between us

We believe that an effective way to address global challenges is through intercultural dialogue—the art of listening and speaking across our differences. When we step outside our own bubbles, we discover that our diversity is not a barrier, but a source of strength and wisdom.

Storytelling is the heart of this dialogue. By letting people tell their own full stories of resilience and aspiration, we move past labels and headlines to find the human heart underneath. Authentic connections are a powerful antidote to division; they remind us that, despite our different backgrounds, we are more alike than we are different.

Every conversation ends with a “Be the Change” Practice — a simple, gentle step you can take to create your own ripple of kindness and connection in your own community.

Whether you’re 8 or 80, a lifelong changemaker or just starting your journey, come join us. Let’s be the change — together.