5 pillars of community building
Reed Howard,
Chief Strategy and Public Affairs Officer, Future Caucus
Reed Howard shares a practical framework for building trust and collaboration across difference, drawing on his experience in interfaith campus life and bipartisan civic leadership.
This interactive session introduces five pillars of inclusive community-building—hospitality, ritual, vulnerability, shared purpose and joy—and explores how they can be applied to create meaningful connections. You’ll learn how to articulate and apply trust-building strategies, navigate tension with confidence, and move beyond event planning towards true community co-creation, with practical tools you can implement immediately.
Key takeaways
Articulate and apply frameworks for building trust and collaboration across difference
Use the five pillars to design inclusive, meaningful community experiences
Shift from event planning to intentional community co-creation
About Reed
Reed Howard is a community builder and civic leader working at the intersection of faith, politics and belonging. Formerly a university chaplain at Georgetown, he now supports Gen Z elected leaders in bridging partisan divides. Known for creating spaces that foster dialogue and connection, Reed is committed to building ethical, collaborative leadership across communities.