Past Events from 10/12/2023 – 10/20/2023 – Braver Angels
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Red/Blue Workshop – Session 1 – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Twin Cities East Metro
State/Region: MN
Setting: In-person
Country Inn & Suites 6003 Hudson Road, Woodbury

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 a focus on listening and […]

Depolarizing Within – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance Capital Region NYS
State/Region: NY
Setting: In-person
Roxborough Holdings - Old Grafton Elementary School Babcock Lake Rd / Rte 2 Intersection, Grafton

Local Focus: Capital Region of New York State, Berkshire County MA, Southern Vermont   A free workshop to help you become more aware of your "inner polarizer" and learn methods for disagreeing without contempt and ridicule About this event Polarization can be driven by how we talk with like-minded people about those on the other […]

Red/Blue – Session 1 – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Cincinnati Alliance Group
State/Region: OH
Setting: In-person
University of Cincinnati at Blue Ash 9555 Plainfield Rd., Blue Ash

Local Focus: Cincinnati OH 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 a […]

Volunteer with us to Support the Cape Fear Buddy Walk for the National Down Syndrome Society

Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance of Wilmington, NC
State/Region: NC
Setting: In-person
Belville Riverwalk Park 580 River Road Southeast, Belville

Local Focus: Wilmington NC and surrounding areas Volunteer with us at the Buddy Walk for Coastal BUDS to support local individuals with Down Syndrome and their families - Braver Angels Alliance of Wilmington NC

California taxes and regulation: Is the state driving businesses away?

Host Organization: Braver Angels Silicon Valley
State/Region: CA
Setting: Online

Local Focus: California Are California’s tax rates and the state regulatory burden driving businesses out of California? Recent headlines describe a business and population exodus from California, and the environment created by the state government is a frequent target of blame. In fact, California’s economy continues to be significantly larger than any other state and […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide – Standard In Person

Partner Org(s): St. John's Episcopal Church
State/Region: MN
Setting: In-person
St. John's Episcopal Church 1111 Cooper Ave. So., St. Cloud

Communication Skills for Bridging the Political Divide Workshop About this event There can be a lot of stress among family members and friends who are divided politically, and polarizing public conversation doesn't help. In this workshop you will learn and practice skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common ground, and affirm […]

Common Ground for Ensuring Trustworthy Elections – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels Washington, DC
Setting: In-person
Cleveland Park Library (Meeting Rm 2 and 2nd Fl Conf Rm) 3310 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington

Equal numbers of conservatives and liberals discuss election procedures to find joint and unanimously held points of agreement. Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on: Trustworthy Elections This Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues (4-8 of each) - to discuss what election rules […]

Depolarizing Within – Online

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: - National
Setting: 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 […]

Depolarizing Within – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Oregon Statewide Alliance
State/Region: OR
Setting: In-person
First Congregational Church William and State Streets, Ann Arbor

Local Focus: Lane County and Willamette Valley, Oregon A free workshop to help you become more aware of your "inner polarizer" and learn methods for disagreeing without contempt and ridicule About this event Polarization can be driven by how we talk with like-minded people about those on the other side. Too often, we stereotype, dismiss, […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Central / Eastern Washington Alliance
Partner Org(s): St Luke Lutheran Church, Spokane
State/Region: WA
Setting: In-person
St Luke Lutheran Church 9704 N. Division St., Spokane

Communication Skills for Bridging the Political Divide Workshop About this event There can be a lot of stress among family members and friends who are divided politically, and polarizing public conversation doesn't help. In this workshop you will learn and practice skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common ground, and affirm […]

Event Series SongSquare

SongSquare

State/Region: - National
Setting: Online

Members of the Braver Angels Songwriting Community are invited to share their latest song for the month and participate in discussion about healing division through art.

Depolarizing Within – Online

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: - National
Setting: 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 […]

The Age of Spectacle; Connecting the Dots of American Politics (In Person – 3 Sessions))

Host Organization: Braver Angels DC Alliance
Setting: In-person
Arlington Central Library 1015 North Quincy Street, Arlington

Welcome to Braver Seminars, the newest addition to Braver U! Braver Angels will bring together a small group of individuals across the political spectrum for an online seminar consisting of three 90-minute sessions over the course of three weeks. In order to participate, students must be members of Braver Angels and must be able to attend all three […]

Event Series Debate Chair Q&A – Online

Debate Chair Q&A – Online

Host Organization: BA National - Debates
State/Region: - National
Setting: Online
Online US

Restricted Attendance: Signup for Rise for America campaign, and completion of Debate Chair E-Course Required. Interested in becoming a Braver Angels debate chair? Join us to learn more and ask any questions you may have.

Solutions Exchange: Ranked-Choice Voting and Depolarization (Hybrid Event)

Host Organization: Braver Angels DC Alliance
State/Region: DC
Setting: Hybrid
Online US

Join the Braver Angels DC Alliance for this hybrid in-person/online event focused on ranked-choice voting (RCV) and depolarization. RCV can often reduce incentives for politicians to act and speak in polarizing ways. The panel will also explore how to overcome barriers to the passage of RCV in jurisdictions across the country. All who RSVP will receive a […]

Braver Angels Informational Chat – In Person

Partner Org(s): MN Congressional Districts 4 & 8
State/Region: MN
Setting: In-person
Bearaboo Coffee 1005 Stanley Ave, Cloquet

Local Focus: Northern Minnesota This event is an open invitation to the community to find out how to bring Braver Angels to Northern Minnesota ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org

Social Event at Kickback Jack’s – In Person

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

"Come hang out with us at Kickback Jack's and bring a friend. All are welcome!" Local Focus: Wilmington NC and surrounding area Come grab a beer or wings with locals from across the political spectrum. Yes we can hang out together! Let's talk football, kids, favorite book...whatever! We'll spend a few minutes on what the […]

Dinner and a Fight

Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance of Central NC
Partner Org(s): Fighting to Understand
State/Region: NC
Setting: In-person
Sertoma Arts Center (Raleigh Room) 1400 West Millbrook Road, Raleigh

Local Focus: In person, in Triangle area, NC Note: This event is to be attended in person. Braver Angels Alliance of Central NC is teaming up with Ted Wetzel’s Fighting to Understand. We are launching an exciting new event format called Dinner and a Fight. What is Dinner and a Fight? Is it a fight? […]

$25.00

Women in the U.S. Military, an evening with Maj Gen (ret.) Dawne Deskins

Host Organization: Other
State/Region: - National
Setting: Online

Braver Angels’ Military & Veterans Group welcomes Maj Gen (ret.) Dawne Deskins to talk about her career and give her observations both on how the military has changed due to the expansion of women in it and how the experience of being in the military has changed for women. ** This event is open to […]

Event Series BA Organizer Training – Online

BA Organizer Training – Online

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

Restricted Attendance: Trainees should register as a trainee Organizer before attending the first session. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5lVgDgX7RqttcoyufixBmkGos1sQp5BpiiGT-XWq-dzjKeA/viewform Braver Angels Organizers fill an essential volunteer function and are often the glue that holds BA workshops together. This 90 minute, weekly training is led by Organizer trainers, Casey and Yvonne. The four week training schedule starts on the first […]

Film Discussion – Join or Die – Online

State/Region: - National
Setting: Online
Online US

Watch a movie on your own, then attend a discussion of it made richer by the wide variety of viewpoints that participants hold. We choose films that address social, political or cultural issues that are relevant to society today. They may highlight liberal-leaning, conservative-leaning or independent themes, or feature actors or directors from opposite sides […]

Alliance/Members Meeting – October 2023 monthly NWWVA local alliance meeting – In Person

Host Organization: NW Willamette Valley Braver Angels Alliance
State/Region: OR
Setting: In-person
Tilrico Residence 18220 NE Hillside Dr, Newberg

Local Focus: Washington and Yamhill counties of Oregon NWWVA (NW Willamette Valley Alliance) is for Braver Angels residing in Washington and Yamhill counties of Oregon. We meet in person, on the 3rd Thursday evening of each month, to build trust and our Braver Angels skills, through discussion of the issues that keep us divided. This […]

Family & Politics – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): Howell Carnegie Public Library
State/Region: MI
Setting: In-person
Howell Carnegie Library 314 W. Grand River, Howell

Local Focus: Howell, Michigan 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 […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide – Standard In Person

Host Organization: Building Bridges Alliance
Partner Org(s): Hancock Democrats, Hancock Republicans
State/Region: ME
Setting: In-person
Moore Center Ellsworth

Communication Skills for Bridging the Political Divide Workshop About this event There can be a lot of stress among family members and friends who are divided politically, and polarizing public conversation doesn't help. In this workshop you will learn and practice skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common ground, and affirm […]

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National Community Debate – National Debate: Media Bias

Host Organization: Braver Angels Debates
State/Region: - National
Setting: Online

Join Braver Angels to debate. About this event Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – "Resolved: The media has become a conspiracy of left wing ideology." Come join us for this free national debate, in which all participants from across the ideological spectrum will have an opportunity to speak and ask their […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide – Standard In Person

Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance - Europe
State/Region: Europe
Setting: In-person
Community Activities Center, RAF Alconbury 685 Arizona Road, RAF Alconbury, Little Stukeley

Restricted Attendance: Attendees must have access to RAF Alconbury, UK Communication Skills for Bridging the Political Divide Workshop About this event There can be a lot of stress among family members and friends who are divided politically, and polarizing public conversation doesn't help. In this workshop you will learn and practice skills for having respectful […]

Event Series Forum for Braver Angel Mental Health Professionals

Forum for Braver Angel Mental Health Professionals

Host Organization: Other
State/Region: - National
Setting: Online

Restricted Attendance: Mental Health Professionals Only This is a meeting for mental health professionals from across the political spectrum to provide information, consultation, and support to one another for working with clients who have diverse views on politics and social issues. June 16th Topic:  Discussion of the article "How Therapists Became Social Justice Warriors" by Lisa […]

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