In an increasingly divided world, it is sometimes hard to remember all the things we as human beings have in common. While celebrating the things that make us unique, how can we create environments where everyone feels they belong? Our 7th annual Changing the Odds conference featured thought leaders in education and mental health exploring the topic of belonging and how it related to communities, families, gender, race and culture. This year, we joined together to learn innovative science, research and practices designed to strengthen our sense of belonging - because together we are better.