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Mindbridge Mindbridge is the nation’s leading nonprofit using brain and behavioral science to empower human rights defenders.

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On this International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, we reaffirm that eradicating means addressing the inequaliti...
10/17/2026

On this International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, we reaffirm that eradicating means addressing the inequalities and barriers that leave people without the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.

The psychological data is clear: economic vulnerabilities can create stressors that undermine mental and physical health. This harm is not due to any personal failing, but instead from structural conditions. For example, during the 2007-2009 US recession, unemployment and underemployment led to increased rates of mood disorders, anxiety, depression, and su***de (Forbes & Krueger, 2019).

What happens when political interests begin shaping the institutions responsible for producing scientific knowledge?At M...
10/16/2026

What happens when political interests begin shaping the institutions responsible for producing scientific knowledge?

At Mindbridge, we seek to understand the cognitive, social, and motivational forces that shape human behavior, and how they can be harnessed and applied for the collective good. Our approach to research is where curiosity meets credibility, and that work greatly depends on independent scientific inquiry, rigorous evaluation, and institutions that maintain public trust.

In her recent op-ed in the Portland Press Herald, our founder and Chief External Strategy Officer, Dr. Laura Ligouri, explores the psychological dynamics behind institutional trust and the broader consequences of politicizing scientific knowledge.

Read Laura’s full perspective:
https://www.pressherald.com/2026/10/11/the-hidden-consequences-of-politicizing-knowledge-opinion/

This , we celebrate the vibrant cultures, histories, and resilience of Indigenous communities, including the Wabanaki i...
10/12/2026

This , we celebrate the vibrant cultures, histories, and resilience of Indigenous communities, including the Wabanaki in our home state of Maine, which includes the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, Mi’kmaq Nation, Passamaquoddy Tribe, Abenaki, and Penobscot Nation.

Their connection to their land, rich cultural traditions, and dedication to conservation efforts are essential to helping the state of Maine truly thrive.

The United States is now experiencing a political crisis fueled by polarizing practices that generate divisiveness betwe...
10/12/2026

The United States is now experiencing a political crisis fueled by polarizing practices that generate divisiveness between groups. To understand the current political climate, we need to dive deeply into the nature of such divisiveness to understand what it means and how it can be reversed.

In our most recent Substack post, guest writers from the PiVoT Peace Lab at George Mason University discuss political polarization and depolarization from a conflict-resolution lens.

🔗 https://mindbridgecenter.substack.com/p/how-to-polarize-and-depolarize-america

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As a human rights organization focused on the direct application of psychology and neuroscience, we at Mindbridge recogn...
10/10/2026

As a human rights organization focused on the direct application of psychology and neuroscience, we at Mindbridge recognize the importance of mental health on personal and societal well-being. In fact, Article 25 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states that everyone has the right to a standard of living adequate for their health and well-being - and that includes mental health! Having a mental health condition should never be a reason for someone to be deprived of their human rights or to be excluded from decisions about their own health.

At Mindbridge, our Healing Racial Trauma Initiative (HRTI) envisions a future in which racial trauma is recognized as a core human rights issue. Rooted in community, science, and justice, HRTI seeks to illuminate and address the pain and trauma of direct and indirect manifestations of violence within systems of racialized oppression.

As part of Mindbridge’s Mental Health and Resiliency Department, HRTI works with clinicians, community practitioners, and human rights defenders to deepen understandings of racial trauma, strengthen culturally congruent care, and build the foundation for long-term collective healing.

🔗 Learn More About HRTI: https://www.mindbridgecenter.org/hrti-overview

Each month, a member of the Mindbridge team highlights a piece of media that connects to our central mission and values ...
10/08/2026

Each month, a member of the Mindbridge team highlights a piece of media that connects to our central mission and values 📖☕️📚

This month’s recommendation is Taking America Back For God: Christian Nationalism in the United States by Andrew Whitehead and Sam Perry. By using sources like national survey data and in-depth interviews, the authors unpack the phenomenon of Christian Nationalism in the United States. They argue that Americans' stance toward Christian Nationalism provides powerful insight into what they think about a range of political issues.

The content of this book is incredibly relevant to the work of Mindbridge’s Countering Extremism Directive (CED), which works to confront the growing threat of domestic extremism by using psychological science to prevent radicalization and promote resilience.

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Welcome back to our Rewind series! Over the summer, we've revisited standout conversations from Season 1 of the Mindbrid...
10/05/2026

Welcome back to our Rewind series! Over the summer, we've revisited standout conversations from Season 1 of the Mindbridge Podcast and connected them to today's human rights landscape. Whether it's your first time listening or your tenth, we invite you to reflect on today’s conversation with fresh eyes (and ears!) and continue exploring its themes in next week's companion article.

As we approach election season in the United States, this week we’re revisiting our conversation about political polarization and bridging divides with Dr. Pasha Dashtgard and Gabriella Kearns.

🎧 https://mindbridgecenter.substack.com/p/rewind-bridging-divides

Not only is the overturning of Roe v. Wade a step backwards for reproductive freedom, but it also serves as a dangerous ...
09/28/2026

Not only is the overturning of Roe v. Wade a step backwards for reproductive freedom, but it also serves as a dangerous precedent for pregnant people around the world.

In our most recent Substack post, guest writer Julia discusses the lasting implications of abortion restrictions worldwide. In doing so, she reminds us that while the battle for widespread reproductive freedom is far from over, advocacy and support have never been more crucial to ensure bodily autonomy for all.

🔗 https://mindbridgecenter.substack.com/p/post-roe-around-the-world

Each month, a member of the Mindbridge team highlights a piece of media that connects to our central mission and values ...
09/24/2026

Each month, a member of the Mindbridge team highlights a piece of media that connects to our central mission and values 📖☕️📚

This month’s second recommendation is Social Psychology and Everyday Life by Darrin Hodgetts, Ottilie Stolte, Christopher Sonn, Neil Drew, Stuart Carr, and Linda Waimarie Nikora. By taking a collectivist approach to social psychology, the authors offer an alternative framework to the field that challenges traditional, Western-centric individualistic models.

Dr. Darrin Hodgetts was featured in episode four of the Mindbridge Podcast, where he discussed the topics of housing insecurity and homelessness with Audrey “Drey” Aradanas.

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Every month, Mindbridge celebrates a Human Rights Defender working to support throughout their communities.Kevin Ortiz...
09/23/2026

Every month, Mindbridge celebrates a Human Rights Defender working to support throughout their communities.

Kevin Ortiz Diaz is a U.S. Navy veteran and Ph.D. candidate at Florida International University whose research focuses on sexual violence within the military. Drawing on his military background and academic research, his work seeks to better understand the individual, interpersonal, organizational, and institutional factors that can facilitate or discourage reporting of sexual violence among service members.

In addition to his doctoral research, Kevin has developed and delivered sexual violence prevention training for military audiences, translating research and evidence-based approaches into practical prevention efforts. Through his research and prevention work, he hopes to contribute to military environments that protect the dignity and well-being of those who serve, prevent sexual violence, support survivors, and reduce the barriers that may prevent individuals from reporting their experiences or seeking help.

🔗 Learn more & make a nomination: www.mindbridgecenter.org/iamahumanrightsdefender

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