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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.
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 […]
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 […]
A free workshop to help you become more aware of your "inner polarizer" and learn methods for disagreeing without contempt and ridicule Polarization can be 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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Let's talk about how to preserve family and friendship bonds while still staying true to our values and political beliefs. Share your story and listen to others in a safe place. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
About this Event Description Family relationships are becoming casualties of our toxic political environment. Family members are having nasty political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships. If you want to preserve important family bonds while still being true to your values and political beliefs, this workshop will offer you: Insight into […]
Join us to explore the huge variety of available news sources and how our different news streams contribute to our differing opinions and views of “reality.” The goal of this local-initiative workshop is to challenge you to examine and look beyond your usual news sources and to enlarge areas of understanding with those with whom […]
Do you trust politicians? Does government work anymore? Is winning all that counts? At our November meeting we will talk about Political Polarization here in Clackamas County. We will welcome two county commissioners who challenged each other over last year’s proposed DEI Department closure. They will talk with us about how they maintain their political […]
Would you like to work with other Braver Angels to enhance your skills and understanding of how to respond to difficult interpersonal situations related to politics? Here are some examples: • You have a family member or close friend where the relationship has been harmed or destroyed by political differences. • You hear things in […]
* Local Focus: Washtenaw County, MI 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. […]
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 […]
Restricted Attendance: Members of New Garden Friends and other invited persons 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 […]
We’ll enjoy: • Light food fare and desserts • A shared viewing of the National Field Call with BA Co-Founder David Lapp presenting from our venue and visiting with us in-person before and after. • Mingling with national BA leaders who have flown in, including Reena Bernards, creator of the Common Ground Workshop. • The […]
The West Suburban Alliance survey results indicate that members want opportunities to engage in meaningful, courageous, and compassionate conversations across the political divide. After dining and socializing 6:30-7 p.m., we will receive articles that reflect different viewpoints on current issues. With structured time for dialogue and reflection, participants will practice and strengthen our capacity to […]
Local Focus: University of Houston-Downtown and Greater Houston Area Family relationships are becoming casualties of our toxic political environment. Family members are having nasty political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships. If you want to preserve important family bonds while still being true to your values and political beliefs, let’s get […]
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 […]
**Local Focus: Colorado 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 […]
** Local Focus: New York City Join author Alexandra Hudson for an inspiring discussion on rebuilding meaningful connections in our polarized world. Discover practical tools for genuine dialogue and graceful disagreement as she shares insights from her compelling new book. Q&A, book signing, and light refreshments included. This workshop is a free event brought to […]
Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – Resolved: NYC Chose The Right Mayor 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 on NYC's mayoral choice, where participants from across the ideological […]
* Restricted Attendance: For trained BA Ambassadors. Monthly meeting for BA Ambassadors, with news and guest speakers to keep you informed.
A moderated, lunchtime discussion on current events with Braver Angels members who fall all along the political spectrum.
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
* Local Focus: Wyoming--Sheridan and Johnson Counties 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. […]
Local Focus: For Pullman, WA and surrounding areas. Note: This free* event is to be attended in person. Faith-Sponsored Workshop Overview For people of faith, civil discourse begins in recognizing the image of God in our conversation partner. Since we are all children of God, our approach should involve mutual respect. Respect, not agreement, is […]
Local Focus: Northeast Ohio 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 […]
Join us for a conversation inspired by the film "Conclave". We’ll view a few scenes together and open a dialogue on how the story speaks to our polarized times. Please watch the full movie ahead of time (available on Amazon Prime) so you’ll be ready to dive in. Conclave follows the election of a new […]
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.
