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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 […]
As Braver Angels, we love to share with others what we have learned and experienced on our journey. However, the skills to tell our story in 10 seconds or less takes a little shift in perspective and some practice. This workshop will help you develop a short, clear and memorable way to talk about Braver […]
Monthly alliance meeting and discussion
Local Focus: Chittenden County VT Get beyond the stories we tell about each other to discover the truth, and create a forum to discuss our viewpoints without judgment. About this event Please join us for an intensive in person workshop, in two sessions, that will bring together Republican-leaning and Democratic-leaning citizens for structured conversations, with […]
For millions of Americans, affordability is no longer an economic buzzword—it’s the daily battlefield of ordinary life. Groceries, housing, healthcare, childcare, insurance, utilities, and transportation costs are rising faster than wages. The political rhetoric is loud, but the refrigerator is louder. Families don’t need talking points—they need relief. In this conversation, we’ll explore how people […]
** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
Note: This event is to be attended online via Zoom. 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 […]
Local Focus: Central Ohio ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
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 […]
Civic Courage in Divided Times Does the current political climate make you want to lean in—or pull away? As we enter 2026, many of us feel the weight of political exhaustion. It is often easier to retreat into our echoes or opt out entirely than to stay engaged with those who see the world differently. […]
** Local Focus: Sarasota/Bradenton, FL Note: This free* event is to be attended in person. 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 […]
Join us for a lively discussion where participants will have the opportunity to share their values and opinions on these important topics. Engage in meaningful conversations, listen to others’ perspectives, and exchange ideas. Discussion Topics and Example Questions: 1. GLP-1 Treatments: How do you feel about the growing use of GLP-1 medications for weight loss […]
* Local Focus: Manhattan, NYC, NY How were your holidays? We want to hear from you at the January BA NY Manhattan Members' Meeting! Bring your stories--heartwarming or harrowing--of engaging with loved ones this winter, and we will provide resources for more information on how to do so without starting a family feud. We will […]
** Local Focus: The "DMV" - metropolitan DC, Maryland, and Virginia We’ll kick off 2026 with a simple discussion of a complex topic: What does patriotism mean to you? And what about our 250th year as a nation will you contemplate and celebrate? We have pulled together various resources to get your brains moving in […]
Restricted Attendance: All Michigan residents welcomed Local Focus: Michigan Residents This is a series of monthly gatherings for Braver Angels members of Michigan, and the public, previously known as the Virtual Alliance meeting. We'll be meeting to connect with one another for conversation and to help each other with our own depolarization efforts. ** This […]
* Local Focus: DC Alliance
Casual, yet structured, conversations in which you can bring up your hottest political topics and practice the skills we need to have civil conversations about them. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
Join us at this monthly gathering 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 with your patronage. This event is open to everyone and there is no registration needed, simply show up! […]
** Local Focus: Houston, TX Grounds for Dialogue – Cultivating Understanding Across Divides Our nation is experiencing deepening political polarization, leading to social division, frustration, erosion of trust, and increasing difficulty in addressing shared challenges. Grounds for Dialogue responds to these conditions by creating a structured, welcoming space for honest and courageous conversation across political […]
Join Idaho Braver Angels for our monthly state-wide meeting to learn about activities, get to know others in Idaho working on depolarization, and practice skills in speaking and listening according to Braver Angels principles. The meeting program lasts an hour with an optional 30 minutes of additional hang out time
Are you a Braver Angels Debate Chair or Chair-in-Training? If so, join us for the next Braver Angels Debate Chair Forum. This space will be an opportunity for Debate Chairs and Chairs-in-Training to connect and learn from one another and other BA leaders!
** 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!
Join us over pizza to discuss: Why do you live in the USA? No registration necessary but if you do, you will get reminders and a ZOOM link for remote participation. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
We will discuss Braver Angels’ new initiative, Citizen-Led Solutions (CLS): What it is, why it matters, and how your community can turn dialogue into action.
Do you struggle to apply your Braver Angels skills in challenging, real-world conversations? Whether it's navigating political differences with family, friends, or colleagues or even engaging with those who share your political leanings but differ in their approach to the other side this small-group experience will offer support and insight. In a moderated discussion, participants […]
Civic Conversations Please join us at McBride Memorial Library, 500 North Market Street, Berwick PA, each Friday from 11 am - 12 pm to discuss current events. Participants will have the opportunity to: Practice civic engagement Meet new people in the community Meetings will be facilitated and use clear ground rules.
** 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 […]
** Local Focus: Vicinity of Stanford University, CA Join Stanford students and community members from across generations for a frank, thoughtful conversation about immigration at a moment when the topic feels especially urgent nationwide. We’ll take up questions like how to meet labor and skills needs while supporting local employment, how to secure our borders […]
Join us for a Braver Angels facilitated discussion and author talk based on the book "Beyond the Politics of Contempt: Practical Steps to Build Positive Relationships in Divided Times", by local authors Doug Teschner and Beth Malow. The book focuses on ways to mend relationships torn apart by politics and empowers people to take actions […]
* Local Focus: Inland Empire of Southern California After watching the extended trailer to the documentary "American Creed", we will reflect on America’s founding aspirations and discuss what your thoughts and feelings about our country are today. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
