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    Citizens’ Commission on Immigration

    Host Organization: West Suburban Alliance-MSP
    State/Region: MN
    Setting: In-person
    Brookdale Library 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center

    State Coordinators Melinda Voss and Scott Schluter will discuss: - The national Braver Angels Citizens Commission on Immigration, which will gather common ground solutions to present as recommendations to Congress; - Organizing a WSA Immigration Common Ground Exercise; - Organizing one of four "Alliance in a Box" presentations in conjunction with America's 250th anniversary.

    DC Alliance Social

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Washington, DC
    State/Region: DC
    Setting: In-person
    Caroline Day's House Washington

    A social gathering to become acquainted with fellow DC Alliance members and discuss future social events. Dinner is not being served, so feel free to bring any healthy snacks or beverages that you'd like to share as you are able to. (We realize some folks may be coming straight from work, so snacks or beverages […]

    Skills for Disagreeing Better

    Host Organization: State
    Partner Org(s): Greendale Public Library
    State/Region: WI
    Setting: In-person
    Greendale Public Library - Community Room (Lower Level) 5647 Broad Street, Greendale

    Note: This event is to be attended in person. In this polarized time, we lack basic understanding of why people on the other political side hold their beliefs. We don’t see them as they see themselves–their core values and central concerns–but instead as we choose to see them. We are tempted to regard our own […]

    Minnesota State Alliance Open House (OH?)

    Host Organization: State
    State/Region: MN
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    Local Focus: Minnesota State Residents The Minnesota State Alliance Open House is a place to bring the curious questions that you wonder about, but might not have someone on the other side you feel safe asking. Our hope is that you feel OK to be “Open and Honest” with your curious questions, to better know […]

    Depolarizing Ourselves

    Host Organization: State
    State/Region: GA
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    Note: This free* event is to be attended online.  About this event Polarization is fueled by how we talk about those on the other side of an issue. Too often, we ridicule, dismiss, or stereotype our fellow citizens. When Braver Angels addresses “polarization,” we are not referring to healthy disagreements over issues or philosophy. We […]

    Braver Angels Wilmington Monthly Social

    Host Organization: Braver Angels of Wilmington NC
    State/Region: NC
    Setting: In-person
    Kickback Jack's 418 College Rd, Wilmington

    Come grab a beer and wings with locals from across the political spectrum. We’ll tell you a little about what Braver Angels is up to, kick back and enjoy each other’s company. Everyone is welcome. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

    Discussion of the study on Hidden Tribes: a Study of America’s Polarized Landscape

    Discussion of the study on Hidden Tribes: a Study of America’s Polarized Landscape

    Host Organization: Southern California Alliance
    Partner Org(s): Fair For All
    State/Region: CA
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    Thank you for sharing your interest in participating in a new local Braver Angels book club. The book club is yet another activity within our group to learn and to promote greater understanding. This is more than a typical book club - it is a conversation. It is an opportunity to read resources that reveal […]

    BALSA Alliance Meeting

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Lower Susquehanna Alliance
    State/Region: PA
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    Local Focus: People living in Dauphin, Cumberland, Lancaster, Lebanon and York Counties Alliance Meeting for Members and Interested Parties

    NEO Alliance Meeting – Election Integrity and Reform

    Host Organization: Northeast Ohio Alliance Group
    State/Region: OH
    Setting: In-person
    United Church of Christ 23 Public Square, Brecksville

    Local Focus: NE Ohio NEO Alliance Meeting - Election Integrity and Reform ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

    Central/Eastern WA Alliance – monthly Program meeting

    Central/Eastern WA Alliance monthly Program meeting

    Host Organization: Central / Eastern Washington Alliance
    State/Region: WA
    Setting: Online

    Local Focus: Central /Eastern Washington Alliance of Braver Angels This is a monthly discussion meeting and each month features a new topic and format.  All are welcome and you can sign up for our local Mailchimp list by clicking the link below.  Zoom links are sent out one week before the meeting.

    SCIN BA Lunch Group (2026)

    SCIN BA Lunch Group (2026)

    Host Organization: Braver Angels of South Central Indiana
    State/Region: IN
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    ** Local Focus: Indiana focus. All BA members and subscribers are welcome. Weekly discussion meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for a discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged!

    NWWVA March 2026 Monthly Alliance Meeting

    Host Organization: NW Willamette Valley Braver Angels Alliance
    State/Region: OR
    Setting: In-person
    Beaverton Round Table Pizza 10150 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy (Hwy 10), Beaverton

    * Local Focus: Oregon's Washington and Yamhill counties Join us over pizza to discuss: Is ICE effective in its current role? ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

    Depolarizing Ourselves

    Host Organization: State
    State/Region: MN
    Setting: Online
    Online

    Local Focus: Minnesota Note: This free* event is to be attended online.  About this event Polarization is fueled by how we talk about those on the other side of an issue. Too often, we ridicule, dismiss, or stereotype our fellow citizens. When Braver Angels addresses “polarization,” we are not referring to healthy disagreements over issues […]

    National Film Club Discussion – One Battle After Another

    Host Organization: Other
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another, now nominated for 13 Oscars, has taken America by storm. Inspired by Thomas Pynchon's Vineland, the film tells the story of the left-wing radical group The French 75 and their mission to stop deportation efforts and bring down the right-ring government. But things get... complicated... between Colonel Steven […]

    Depolarizing Within

    Host Organization: Western Washington Alliance
    Partner Org(s): Washington State Catholic Conference
    State/Region: WA
    Setting: In-person
    Archbishop Brunett Retreat Center 4700 SW Dash Point Rd, Federal Way

    Braver Angels is partnering with the Washington State Catholic Conference to present “DePolarizing Within.” A free workshop to help you become more aware of your "inner polarizer" and learn methods for disagreeing without contempt and ridicule Faith-Sponsored Workshop Overview For people of faith, civil discourse begins in recognizing the image of God in our conversation […]

    Monthly Alliance Members Meeting

    Host Organization: Colorado Northern Front Range
    State/Region: CO
    Setting: In-person
    Timberline Church 2908 S Timberline Rd, Ft Collins

    Monthly Alliance Members Meeting

    Crossing the Continental Divide

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Madison
    State/Region: WI
    Setting: In-person
    Alicia Ashman Library 733 N High Point Rd, Madison

    Note: This event is to be attended in person. Tickets are free. Crossing the Continental Divide provides participants with an introduction to Braver Angels and an overview of its principles. During this presentation, participants will: Participate in two brief activities (one taken directly from the Depolarizing Within workshop) Watch a video of a Braver Angels' […]

    Depolarizing Conversations: Turning Arguments into Discussions

    Host Organization: San Luis Obispo Alliance
    State/Region: CA
    Setting: In-person
    Atascadero Library, Polin Community Room 6555 Capistrano Avenue, Atascadero

    Want to feel heard?   This free, two-hour event aims to build skills that help prevent tense conversations from escalating into arguments.  These skills are especially helpful during these polarized times -with friends, family members, work colleagues, at school, and with those you encounter while leading civic renewal activities.  These skills may also help holiday and […]

    Families and Politics

    Host Organization: State
    Partner Org(s): Unity of Farmington Hills
    State/Region: MI
    Setting: In-person
    Unity of Farmington Hills 32500 W. 13 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills

    Family relationships can be casualties of a toxic political environment. Preserve important family bonds while staying true to your values. About this event Family relationships can become casualties of a toxic political environment. Family members are having bitter political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships. If you want to preserve important […]

    Tarrant County Alliance Meeting – Open to the Public

    Tarrant County Alliance Meeting – Open to the Public

    Host Organization: Braver Angels of Tarrant County
    State/Region: TX
    Setting: Hybrid
    Doxology Church 4805 Arborlawn Dr, Fort Worth

    ** Local Focus: Tarrant County and the surrounding area Join us in person or by Zoom for our 2026 Kick-off Meeting! Location Details: Doxology Church 4805 Arborlawn Dr. Fort Worth, TX 76109 Note: Look for the Braver Angels signage at the WEST entrance of the campus. If interested in joining via Zoom: https://zoom.braverangels.org/5709 Email tarrant-county@braverangels.org […]

    An Introduction to Braver Angels

    Host Organization: State
    State/Region: NE
    Setting: In-person
    Swanson Public Library, Room 1 9101 W Dodge Rd, Omaha

    A Braver Angels Meeting to learn about polarization and what Braver Angels is doing to bridge the political divide. Join us for an introductory meeting; Learn how we are working to depolarize America and making Courageous Citizenship our cultural norm.  

    Skills for Disagreeing Better

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Montgomery County
    State/Region: MD
    Setting: In-person
    Twin Brook Community Library 202 Meadow Hall Drive, Rockville

    Note: This event is to be attended in person. In this polarized time, we lack basic understanding of why people on the other political side hold their beliefs. We don’t see them as they see themselves–their core values and central concerns–but instead as we choose to see them. We are tempted to regard our own […]

    Depolarizing Within

    Host Organization: BA National - Workshops
    State/Region: - National
    Setting: Online
    Online

    Much of today’s polarization is driven by how we talk with like-minded people about those on the other side. Too often, we stereotype, dismiss, or ridicule our fellow citizens who support the other political party, its leaders, and its policies. This free, three-hour workshop teaches participants: How to be more aware of their own "inner […]

    Families and Politics

    Host Organization: Colorado Southern Front Range Alliance
    Partner Org(s): St. Matthews Episcopal Church
    State/Region: CO
    Setting: In-person
    St. Matthews Episcopal Church 19580 Pilgrims Place, Parker

    **Local Focus: Colorado Family relationships can be casualties of a toxic political environment. Preserve important family bonds while staying true to your values. About this event Family relationships can become casualties of a toxic political environment. Family members are having bitter political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships. If you want […]

    Skills for Disagreeing Better

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance of Washtenaw County
    Partner Org(s): Unity Church of Ann Arbor
    State/Region: MI
    Setting: In-person
    Unity Church of Ann Arbor 4750 Venture Drive Suite 350, Ann Arbor

    Note: This event is to be attended in person. In this polarized time, we lack basic understanding of why people on the other political side hold their beliefs. We don’t see them as they see themselves–their core values and central concerns–but instead as we choose to see them. We are tempted to regard our own […]

    Quarterly Current Events Discussion (formerly Informal Meet-Up Discussion)

    Host Organization: Western Washington Alliance
    State/Region: WA
    Setting: In-person
    Edmonds Library 650 Main St., Edmonds

    * Local Focus: Snohomish and King Counties Join us for quarterly discussions of current events using Braver Angels guidelines. Participants will choose topics for discussion.

    Skills for Disagreeing Better

    Host Organization: State
    State/Region: NJ
    Setting: In-person
    Chester Library 250 W Main St, Chester

    Note: This event is to be attended in person. In this polarized time, we lack basic understanding of why people on the other political side hold their beliefs. We don’t see them as they see themselves–their core values and central concerns–but instead as we choose to see them. We are tempted to regard our own […]

    Braver Angels Debate: Firearm Policy

    Host Organization: State
    Partner Org(s): Lake County Press
    State/Region: MN
    Setting: In-person
    Harbor Theater 616 2nd Ave., Two Harbors

    Local Focus: Lake County Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – Resolved: Increased firearm regulations are necessary to stop gun violence. Remember, our resolutions never represent Braver Angels' stance on any issue, and we alternate between speeches for and against the resolution. Join us for this free Local Community Debate, where participants […]