GALLAGHER
DIALOGUES

The 4th Annual Gallagher Dialogues takes place on April 2, 2026

When dignity leads, dialogue follows.

The Guinn Center invites you to join a timely statewide conversation on Bridging Divides with Dignity, grounded in the principles of The Dignity Index. Developed as a scale that measures how language and behavior range from contempt to civility, The Dignity Index reminds us that it’s not disagreement itself that divides us — but how we treat one another when we disagree. This year’s Gallagher Dialogues challenges us to move beyond polarization by centering respect, curiosity, and the inherent worth of every person.

Through an engaging moderated discussion, we’ll explore practical ways to apply humanizing communication in public life, community spaces, and everyday interactions, helping us navigate even the hardest conversations — together.

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About Our Speakers

Tim Shriver is married, a father of 5, the Chairman of Special Olympics International, co-creator of the Dignity Index, and founder and CEO of UNITE. Tim began his career as an educator and co-founded and currently chairs the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL). He earned his undergraduate degree from Yale University, a Master's degree from Catholic University, and a Doctorate in Education from the University of Connecticut. He has produced 6 films, is the author of the NYT bestseller Fully Alive – Discovering What Matters Most, and co-editor of The Call to Unite: Voices of Hope and Awakening.

Tami Pyfer is the Chief Impact Officer for UNITE and co-creator of the Dignity Index. Tami leads the Dignity Index government and corporate partnerships. Before joining UNITE, Tami served as Education Policy Advisor to former Utah Governor Gary Herbert, where she was involved in state-level policy development, coalition building, and stakeholder engagement. She held local and state elected offices for 12 years, including four years on the Utah State Board of Education. Tami and her husband Aaron are the parents of 5 children, grandparents of 16. They live in Salt Lake City.

BECOME A SPONSOR

If you’re ready to support our mission to bring nonpartisan, evidence-based solutions to Nevada, please consider sponsoring the Gallagher Dialogues. We offer both statewide and regional sponsorships, plus a number of custom options upon request. Download our sponsorship packet and contact Assistant Director Kristine Caliger for more information at kcaliger@guinncenter.org.

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About the Gallagher Dialogues

The Gallagher Dialogues is proudly named in honor of late Guinn Center founder Tom Gallagher.

Tom gave back to Nevada like few individuals ever have. Lawyer, gaming executive, mentor, and philanthropist – Tom Gallagher stood as a giant among givers in the history of the Silver State. Tom was forever passionate about promoting democracy, bipartisanship, and the free exchange of ideas.

Policy-oriented, Tom believed that like-minded individuals from across Nevada should join in forming a think tank that would address Nevada’s pressing statewide issues with objective analysis, free of political bias. Out of this vision, Tom co-founded the Kenny Guinn Center for Policy Priorities.

Tom’s beloved wife, Mary Kay, has generously continued her support of the Guinn Center and The Gallagher Dialogues – both of which would not exist without her passionate support. To learn more about the 2025 Gallagher Dialogues event, click on the link below.

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