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Families and Politics

Host Organization: Braver Angels Workshops
State/Region: - National

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 […]

Red/Blue Workshop – Sessions 1 & 2

Host Organization: Western Washington Alliance
Partner Org(s): Cross Sound Church
State/Region: WA
Cross Sound Church Office 600 Ericksen Ave NE, #210, Bainbridge Island

* Local Focus: Bainbridge Island, Puget Sound Region A forum to discuss your own viewpoint, without judgment, and get real answers to sincere questions of understanding from other viewpoints. About this event Description Join us for a free two-part intensive workshop that brings together Red (conservative or Republican-leaning) and Blue (liberal or Democratic-leaning) citizens for […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels Atlanta
Partner Org(s): Edgewood Church Atlanta
State/Region: GA
Edgewood Church Atlanta 1560 Memorial Drive, Atlanta

Local Focus: Atlanta, GA 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 […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better

Host Organization: Braver Angels Hudson River Valley
Partner Org(s): Kingston Public Library
State/Region: NY
Kingston Public Library 61 Crown Street, Kingston

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 […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: ID

Local Focus: State of Idaho Note: 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 […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better – In Person

Partner Org(s): Rotary Club of Fort Collins
State/Region: CO
Fort Collins Senior Center Provided in Registration Confirmation, Fort Collins

Note: This event is to be attended in person. Restricted Attendance: Members of Fort Collins Rotary Noon and Evening Club and their families and invited guests 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 […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better

Host Organization: Cincinnati Alliance Group
State/Region: OH
Legacy Christian Church 207 North Vine St., Harrison

Skills for Disagreeing Better – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): Milwaukee Alliance (still generating)
State/Region: WI
759 N. Milwaukee Street 759 N. Milwaukee Street, Milwaukee

Local Focus: Milwaukee and surrounding 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 […]

Depolarizing Within

Host Organization: NW Willamette Valley Braver Angels Alliance
State/Region: OR
Council Chambers 200 NE 2nd St, McMinnville

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, or ridicule our fellow citizens who support the […]

Depolarizing Within

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

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 […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): Douglasville First United Methodist Church
State/Region: GA
Douglasville First United Methodist Church 6167 Prestley Mill Road, Douglasville

Local Focus: Georgia 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 […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: MA
First Parish Unitarian Universalist 630 Massachusetts Ave, 630 Massachusetts Ave

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 […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels Moorestown
Partner Org(s): Mount Holly Friends Meeting
State/Region: NJ

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 conversations don't help. In this workshop, you will learn and practice skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common ground, and affirm […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better – In Person

State/Region: MN
White Bear Lake School District Center 4855 Bloom Ave, White Bear Lake

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 […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better

Host Organization: Cincinnati Alliance Group
State/Region: OH
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church 101 South Lebanon Road, Loveland

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 […]

Red/Blue Workshop – Sessions 1 & 2 – Multi-State BA Fairfax and DC

Host Organization: Multi-State BA Fairfax and DC
The Falls Church Episcopal 115 E. Fairfax Street, Falls Church

A forum to discuss your own viewpoint, without judgment, and get real answers to sincere questions of understanding from other viewpoints. About this event Description Join us for a free two-part intensive workshop that brings together Red (conservative or Republican-leaning) and Blue (liberal or Democratic-leaning) citizens for moderated activities and structured discussions that reduce stereotyped […]

Common Ground – Voter Identification & Eligibility

Host Organization: Braver Angels Workshops
Partner Org(s): Memphis Area Alliance
State/Region: - National
Online US

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

Being Red in a Blue Environment – IN-PERSON

Partner Org(s): American Legion
State/Region: VT
American Legion Montpelier Post 3 21 Main St, Montpelier

Learn safe and effective ways to communicate conservative values and beliefs in environments where liberal ideas are assumed to be correct. About this event Focus of the workshop This free workshop is for political conservatives who are surrounded by liberals in key areas of life like work, family, social circle, religion, or community. The idea […]

Being Red in a Blue Environment – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: VT
American Legion Montpelier Post 3 21 Main St, Montpelier

Learn safe and effective ways to communicate conservative values and beliefs in environments where liberal ideas are assumed to be correct. About this event Focus of the workshop This free workshop is for political conservatives who are surrounded by liberals in key areas of life like work, family, social circle, religion, or community. The idea […]

Red/Blue Workshop – Sessions 1 & 2 – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Central Maryland Braver Angels
State/Region: MD
Thurmont Regional Library 76 E Moser Rd, Thurmont

A forum to discuss your own viewpoint, without judgment, and get real answers to sincere questions of understanding from other viewpoints. About this event Description Join us for a free two-part intensive workshop that brings together Red (conservative or Republican-leaning) and Blue (liberal or Democratic-leaning) citizens for moderated activities and structured discussions that reduce stereotyped […]

Depolarizing Within – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Central Indiana Alliance
State/Region: IN
Zionsville Townhall, Room 207 1100 W Oak St, Zionsville

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, or ridicule our fellow citizens who support the […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better

Host Organization: Braver Angels Workshops
State/Region: - National

Note: 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 […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Palmetto Alliance
State/Region: SC
Central Clemson Library 105 Commons Way, Central

Open to the public Local Focus: Clemson, SC 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 […]

Common Ground – Addressing Immigration

2024 BA Convention Kenosha

Equal 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 Adressing Immigration. This is a 90-min mini-workshop that is part of the 2024 BA National Convention and is a preliminary step […]

Common Ground – Addressing Abortion

Host Organization: BA National
State/Region: - National
2024 BA Convention Kenosha

This 90-min, mini-workshop is part of the 2024 BA Convention and is a preliminary step in the Convention's process for choosing the next "Citizen's Think-tank Project" topic   Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on: Addressing Abortion This Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and […]

Common Ground – How to Reduce Economic Inequality and Increase Growth

Host Organization: BA National
State/Region: - National
2024 BA Convention Kenosha

This 90-min mini-workshop is part of the 2024 BA National Convention and will be a preliminary step in the Convention's process for choosing the next "Citizen's Think-tank Project" topic Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on: How to Reduce Economic Inequality and Increase Growth This Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers […]

Depolarizing Within – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Southern Oregon Alliance
Partner Org(s): Building Bridgers
State/Region: OR
Medford Public Library 205 South Central, Medford

Local Focus: Southern 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, or ridicule our fellow […]

Common Ground – Upholding Free Speech and Challenging Hate Speech

Host Organization: BA National
State/Region: - National
2024 BA Convention Kenosha

This 90-min mini-workshop is part of the 2024 BA National Convention and will be a preliminary step in the Convention's process for choosing the next "Citizen's Think-tank Project" topic About this event Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on Upholding Free Speech and Challenging Hate Speech. The Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together […]

Families and Politics

Host Organization: Ely Alliance
State/Region: MN
Ely Senior Center 27 S 1st Ave E, Ely

* Local Focus: Ely, MN 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 […]

Families and Politics

Host Organization: LA - State
State/Region: LA
First United Methodist Church Baton Rouge 930 North Blvd., Baton Rouge

* Local Focus: Baton Rouge, LA 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. […]

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