BAUtah Lunch Chats
Host Organization: State State/Region: UT Setting: OnlineA moderated, lunchtime discussion on current events with Braver Angels members who fall all along the political spectrum.
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Events calendar
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Alliance/Members Meeting – Challenging Red/Blue Myths & Stereotypes (CA – Orange County Alliance)
Host Organization: Orange County Alliance State/Region: CA Setting: In-person Irvine Ranch Water District - Community Room 15500 Sand Canyon Ave, IrvineIn a time of deep political polarization, it's easy to fall into the trap of assuming the worst about "the other side." This event invites people from across the political spectrum to come together for an honest, respectful conversation that aims to challenge common stereotypes, uncover shared values, and promote understanding—not conversion. Hosted in the […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – DC Alliance Monthly Membership Meeting (DC – Braver Angels Washington, DC)
Host Organization: Braver Angels State/Region: DC Setting: In-person Political Pattie's 901 G St NW, WashingtonLocal Focus: Washington, DC Join the Braver Angels DC Alliance for our monthly membership meeting. Meet other local volunteers, hear what's going on this month, and find ways to volunteer with Braver Angels. We'll devote the first hour to the formal meeting and the second hour to a social, so come get involved and make […]
Broken Trust: Why the News No Longer Works—and What Comes Next (TX – Houston Area Alliance)
Host Organization: Houston Area Alliance State/Region: TX Setting: In-person Fellowship Hall, St. Stephen's United Methodist Church 2003 W 43rd St, HoustonLocal Focus: Greater Houston Area In a time of media overload and political division, one question looms large: *Who can we trust to tell us the truth?* Across the political spectrum, Americans are losing faith in the news. Accusations of bias, misinformation, and agenda-driven coverage have led to deep skepticism—initially among conservatives, but increasingly across […]
Central/Eastern WA Alliance monthly Program meeting
Host Organization: Central / Eastern Washington Alliance State/Region: WA Setting: OnlineLocal 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.
Alliance/Members Meeting – Braver Angels Indiana 2025 Weekly Lunch Meeting
Host Organization: Braver Angels of South Central Indiana State/Region: IN Setting: OnlineLocal Focus: Indiana focus, all are welcome Weekly meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged!
NW Willamette Valley Alliance Meet Up for July 2025
Host Organization: NW Willamette Valley Braver Angels Alliance State/Region: OR Setting: In-person Hillsboro Brookwood Library, Multipurpose Room 2850 NE Brookwood Pkwy, Hillsboro* Local Focus: Oregon's Washington and Yamhill counties NW Willamette Valley Alliance meet up for July 2025 ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
East TN Alliance Monthly Meeting
Host Organization: East Tennessee Alliance State/Region: TN Setting: Online Online US* Local Focus: Tennessee This month we'll be discussing "Collective Illusions." Is polarization a collective illusion? Do we assume that other members of our tribe all support the things we think are absurd but go along with to avoid conflict? Do we assume that members of the other tribe all believe the same things as […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – Minnesota State Alliance Open House (MN – State)
Host Organization: State State/Region: MN Setting: OnlineLocal Focus: MN Whether you're new to Minnesota Braver Angels or a longtime member, our monthly online Open House is a welcoming space to ask questions—especially ones you might hesitate to ask elsewhere. The Minnesota Braver Angels state coordinators are here to listen, support you, and help find answers. Come as you are—this is a […]
Forum for Braver Angels Mental Health Professionals
Host Organization: SIG - Mental Health Professionals Setting: Online Online US* This forum is restricted to mental health professionals, including psychologists, social workers, psychiatrists, marriage and family therapists, psychiatric nurses, life coaches, registered counselors, and school counselors.
Skills for Disagreeing Better (CO – Colorado Southern Front Range Alliance/Reclaiming Civility)
Host Organization: Colorado Southern Front Range Alliance Partner Org(s): Reclaiming Civility State/Region: CO Setting: In-personLocal Focus: Colorado Springs area 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 […]
Skills for Disagreeing Better
Host Organization: Central Maryland Braver Angels State/Region: MD Setting: In-person HCLS Miller Branch 9421 Frederick Road, Ellicott CityNote: 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 […]
Community Debate on Colorado Gun Laws (CO – Colorado Southern Front Range Alliance)
Host Organization: Colorado Southern Front Range Alliance Partner Org(s): Reclaiming Civility State/Region: CO Setting: In-personLocal Focus: Colorado Springs area Come join us for this debate, in which all participants from across the ideological spectrum will have an opportunity to speak and ask their questions. Tell us what you have experienced and what you think. About this Event Resolved: Colorado’s gun control laws unfairly infringe on personal freedoms. You probably […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – Sonoma Alliance Summer Social (CA – Sonoma County Braver Angels)
Host Organization: Sonoma County Braver Angels State/Region: CA Setting: In-person Dorotea Park 895 Santa Dorotea Circle, Rohnert ParkPotluck social (please bring a side dish or non-alcoholic beverage to share). All are welcome! This will be a casual gathering with an opportunity to socialize and an option to participate in a structured exercise. Local Focus: San Francisco Bay Area
Temecula Valley Braver Angels Civic Forum-Conversations During Troubling Times (CA – Inland Empire Alliance/Fair For All)
Host Organization: Inland Empire Alliance Partner Org(s): Fair For All State/Region: CA Setting: In-person Kay Ceniceros Center North Annex 29995 Evans Rd., MenifeeKick-off Meeting for Conversations During Troubling Times ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
Common Ground – Addressing Immigration – CCI Initiative (BA National)
Host Organization: BA National Setting: OnlineEqual numbers of Conservatives and Liberals take a deep dive into a chosen issue to find joint and unanimously held Points of Agreements. About this event Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on Immigration. The Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues (4-8 of […]
This I Believe
Host Organization: Northern MN Alliance State/Region: MN Setting: In-person Harrison Park Community Center 3002 W 3rd St, Duluth* Local Focus: Northern MN and WI "This I Believe" community discussion ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
Montgomery County Alliance Launch
Host Organization: State State/Region: MD Setting: In-person Twinbrook Community Recreation Center 12920 Twinbrook Pkwy, RockvilleFirst meeting for a Montgomery County Alliance
Skills for Disagreeing Better
Host Organization: Braver Angels PA and Braver Angels Southeast PA State/Region: PA Setting: Online OnlineNote: This event is to be attended online. 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 side […]
How to Write Songs to Bridge Divides
Host Organization: BA National - Music State/Region: - National Setting: Online Online USThis 90-minute interactive session teaches the Braver Angels Music method of songwriting and co-writing to bridge divides. It combines creative exercises, discussions, song sharing, and educational content – and is designed for participants of all skill levels and songwriting experience. Note: This workshop also serves as Module 1 (of 2) for those interested in becoming […]
Local Community Debate – NC Statewide Debate: The Trump Admistration (NC – State)
Host Organization: State Partner Org(s): Braver Angels National Debate Team State/Region: NC Setting: OnlineLocal Focus: North Carolina Come join us for this debate, in which all participants from across the ideological spectrum will have an opportunity to speak and ask their questions. Tell us what you have experienced and what you think. About this Event Resolved: North Carolina needs the changes President Trump and his administration promise. You […]
Informational Meeting on Starting Dakota County Braver Angels Alliance
Host Organization: State State/Region: MN Setting: In-person Davanni's 1960 Cliff Lake Rd #118, Eagan* Local Focus: Dakota County, Minnesota We’re starting a local BA Alliance in Dakota County, Minnesota in the hopes of making it easier for the residents of Dakota County to participate. The idea is to host workshops and regular meetings to discuss issues of interest and importance to you. We need your voices, ideas, and […]
BAUtah Lunch Chats
Host Organization: State State/Region: UT Setting: OnlineA moderated, lunchtime discussion on current events with Braver Angels members who fall all along the political spectrum.
Braver Angels Wilmington Monthly Social (NC – Braver Angels of Wilmington NC)
Host Organization: Braver Angels of Wilmington NC State/Region: NC Setting: In-person Kickback Jack's 418 College Rd, WilmingtonCome 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
Local Alliance Meeting
Host Organization: Southern Willamette Valley Alliance State/Region: OR Setting: In-person West Eugene Outdoor Covered Space Eugene* Local Focus: Eugene-Springfield, OR and surrounding vicinity All Braver Angels supporters are welcome to join us in discussing the purpose and direction of this political bridge-building work in our local area. We will also discuss the most divisive topics of our times with an intention to see others who disagree with us in a […]
Ambassador Outreach
Host Organization: Southern California Alliance State/Region: CA Setting: In-person Ramona Library Community Room 1275 Main St, Ramona* Local Focus: Ramona, CA
Alliance/Members Meeting – Let’s Talk About Health Care
Host Organization: Central/Eastern Virginia State/Region: VA Setting: OnlineAre we satisfied with how we deliver healthcare in the US? Is there a basic level of care that we should make available for all? Come hear a range of perspectives and contribute your own views on who should have access to healthcare, who should pay for it and how we ensure quality. How do […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – Braver Angels Indiana 2025 Weekly Lunch Meeting
Host Organization: Braver Angels of South Central Indiana State/Region: IN Setting: OnlineLocal Focus: Indiana focus, all are welcome Weekly meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged!
Coffee Talks – Salem, Oregon
Host Organization: Braver Angels of Salem State/Region: OR Setting: In-person IKE BOX Cafe 299 Cottage St NE, SalemJoin us at our monthly gathering in Salem – "Coffee Talks". This is a casual event where you will get to meet some of your fellow local Braver Angels. The format changes month to month, but usually involves small group or individual discussions, while supporting our host, Ike Box Café, with your patronage. This event […]
Skills for Disagreeing Better (NC – North Carolina Triad Braver Angels Alliance)
Host Organization: North Carolina Triad Braver Angels Alliance State/Region: NC Setting: In-person First Baptist Church 1000 W Friendly Ave, GreensboroLocal Focus: Triad Area of North Carolina 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. […]
