THE DIGITAL LIBRARY
A curated collection for the study and practice of dialogue
Foundational texts, practitioner guides, academic research, recorded dialogues, and contemporary applications — organised by audience so you find exactly what serves your journey.
300+
resources across six formats and four audience paths
foundational text
Dialogue - A Proposal
The 1991 document that started it all. David Bohm, Donald Factor and Peter Garrett propose dialogue as a way of exploring the roots of humanity's crises. Not discussion, not debate but something new.
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"The spirit of Dialogue is one of free play, a sort of collective dance of the mind that, nevertheless, has immense power and reveals coherent purpose."
bohm, factor & garrett, 1991
START HERE
START HERE
New to dialogue? Begin with the foundation.
Dialogue — A Proposal sets out the conceptual foundations on which much of the Academy's work is based. It introduces dialogue not as a technique, but as a disciplined inquiry into thought, meaning, and collective understanding.
This text is freely available to download and remains one of the clearest introductions to the practice of dialogue.
FIND YOUR PATH
Resources curated for where you are
Each collection is designed for a different stage of the dialogue journey — from first encounter to deep research.
New to Dialogue
An introduction to professional dialogue, spanning its theoretical foundations to its modern-day applications
Academy Members
Materials to deepen your understanding and practice within the Academy community, including guides, recorded sessions, and reflective texts
Accredited Practitioners
Specialist materials for those on the APDP pathway and practicing professionals, including field guides, case studies, and facilitation resources
Researchers
Academic papers, scholarly analyses, and original research for those exploring the theoretical and empirical foundations of dialogue
Published works, academic papers, and essays by Bohm, Academy faculty, and scholars working at the intersection of dialogue, thought, and collective inquiry.
Research & Evidence
Videos & Talks
Recorded dialogues, lectures, conference presentations, and filmed explorations of Bohm's philosophy in practice.
Practitioner Guides
Practical resources for facilitating dialogue — field guides, session frameworks, and reflective tools for working professionals.
Research & Evidence
Studies, evaluations, and evidence-based work including the Dialogic Classroom research spanning 29 teachers across four countries.
Podcasts & Audio
Recorded conversations, interviews, and the Academy's own podcast — dialogue made audible, for learning on the move.
Published works, academic papers, and essays by Bohm, Academy faculty, and scholars working at the intersection of dialogue, thought, and collective inquiry.
Books & Papers
Bohm's original writings, key proposals, and the core documents that define the practice of dialogue as the Academy understands it.
Foundational Texts
BROWSE BY FORMAT
Six collections, one library
ABOUT THE LIBRARY
Built for those who wish to study dialogue deeply
The Academy Library brings together foundational texts, practice-based resources, and research materials that support the development of Professional Dialogue.
It is designed for those who wish to study dialogue seriously — whether as learners, practitioners, or researchers and is curated by the Academy to reflect its educational and ethical standards.
New material is added on an ongoing basis. If you wish to contribute to the Library, or are looking for resources not currently listed, you are welcome to get in touch.
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Select the collection that matches your experience level and interest — from newcomer to researcher.
Find what you need across texts, videos, podcasts, papers, and practitioner guides — all in one place.
Selected resources are open to all. Full library access is available to Academy members, with new resources added regularly.
Use what you read alongside the Academy's events, workshops, and community to turn understanding into lived experience.