Capital-Labor Relationship
In an ever-evolving world, does it make sense to use a 200-year old theory of trickle-down economics as the primary instrument for our economic system? In the fifth edition of…
Progressive Leadership
A History of New Society Publishers: Inspiring Change For A Better World
Founded in 1980, New Society Publishers emerged from the Movement for a New Society(MNS), influenced by Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. They focus on producing literature supporting global social…
Understanding the Magic of Inclusive Meetings
Creating inclusive meetings means more than just setting agendas and schedules—it’s about fostering environments where everyone feels valued and heard. In this excerpt from The Token, the author explores practical…
Interview with Jo Nelson, co-author of The Art of Focused Conversation
For many years, Jo Nelson has been teaching and refining the Focused Conversation method. In her book The Art of Focused Conversation, Second Edition, co-written with R. Brian Stanfield, she…
The Commons, Simplified
In Think Like a Commoner, David Bollier shows how commons-based systems—from local gardens to open-source software—help us share wealth fairly. But these shared resources are under threat. When corporations privatize…
The S Questions Model And How To Use It In Mediation
In mediation, the right question can build bridges—or break them. In this blog excerpt from The Mediator’s Toolkit, Gerry O’Sullivan shares how strategic preparation and the S Questions Model help…
New Society Publishers Answers 5 Big Questions About Ethical Publishing
BookNet Canada speaks with New Society Publishers—leaders in sustainable, mission-driven publishing for over 40 years. From recycled paper to climate commitments, they share how their work is reshaping the future…
Why the Great Turning Requires Collective Liberation Now
An excerpt from Coming Together in the Great Turning offers a gentle reflection on remaining connected, human, and hopeful amid social, political, and ecological upheaval, reminding us why coming together…
Hold Fast the Dream of Coherent, Peaceful, Loving Communities
Amid political violence and uncertainty, this reflection by New Society Publishers’ Publisher Emeritus invites a humane, care-rooted response that holds anxiety, grief, and open questions.
The 5 Rhythms of Meaningful Workshop Facilitation
Discover the five workshop rhythms that create engaging and transformational group experiences. Learn how to design workshops that foster learning, connection, expression, and lasting integration.
How to Hold Space as a Workshop Facilitator
In this excerpt from The Art of Creating Workshops for Women, discover how authentic presence, trust, and openness—not control—define meaningful workshop facilitation and create space for real connection.
How Paradigm Shifts Can Transform Conflict Resolution
In this thoughtful excerpt from The Mediator’s Toolkit, Second Edition, mediator and trainer Gerry O’Sullivan explores the idea of paradigms: the internal frameworks that influence how we understand ourselves, others,…