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Film Discussion – Braver Angels West Virginia Alliance April Meeting

Host Organization: Braver Angels West Virginia Alliance
State/Region: WV

Please join us for our next Braver Angels West Virginia Alliance meeting on Wednesday, April 27, from 7-8pm on Zoom. We will watch and discuss the fifth video in a YouTube channel series by Prof. Ilana Redstone: Beyond Bigots and Snowflakes. The topic of this video series is viewpoint diversity. This workshop is a free […]

Jonathan Haidt TED Talk Discussion

Host Organization: North Texas Alliance
State/Region: TX
Online US

Our goal is to understand Haidt's framework that explains why Conservatives and Liberals think the way they do about different issues. Join us as we view together Haidt’s 18-minute TED Talk and then discuss what rings true.  

Walk a Mile in My News

Host Organization: Braver Angels-Illinois Statewide Zoom Alliance
State/Region: IL

Restricted Attendance: Restricted to BA Members who are residence of Illinois Local Focus: Illinois About this event In the spirit of depolarizing our community and bringing people together, the Braver Angels Illinois Zoom Alliance invites you to Walk a Mile in My News. This exciting experience pairs Blue-leaning and Red-leaning individuals for a two-week journey […]

Film Discussion – National Film Club Discussion: Poverty, Inc.

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: - National

Our April Film Club selection is Poverty, Inc, 2014, a thought-provoking documentary that discusses the negative impact of well-meaning international charities on the people in developing countries. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org

Red/Blue Workshop – Session 1

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

Local Focus: Greater Cincinnati 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 reflecting rather than debating and persuading. We will use technology to facilitate collaborative discussions and the sharing of ideas. Goals: To better understand […]

SF Bay Area Braver Angels Outdoor Social

Host Organization: Braver Angels San Francisco
State/Region: CA
Pine Lake Park Picnic Area, Stern Grove 100 Vale Ave, San Francisco

Local Focus: San Francisco Bay Area Many of us are ready for in-person face time. Join us for our first face-to-face event in over 2 years! This will be a purely social event - no politics. Get to know someone on the other political side in a lovely outdoor setting. We will be meeting at […]

Red/Blue Workshop – Session 1

Host Organization: Other
Test of the In Person version of RB1 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Washington

Restricted Attendance: This is restricted to anyone that wants to see the draft IP version of RB1 This is a test event of the In Person version of RB1 - use of the ERF, Spawning, Eventbrite, and Calendar. Please join us for an intensive online workshop, in two sessions, that will bring together Republican-leaning and […]

Red/Blue Workshop

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: ID

Please join us for an intensive online workshop that will bring together Republican-leaning and Democratic-leaning citizens for structured conversations, with a focus on listening and reflecting rather than debating and persuading. We will use technology to facilitate collaborative discussions and the sharing of ideas. Goals: To better understand the experiences and beliefs of those on […]

Braver Politics CAP Homeroom Advisor Training

Host Organization: BA National - Braver Politics
State/Region: - National
Online US

Please join us for a Braver Politics Training for Homeroom Advisors or people that might want to become Homeroom Advisors.

Skills for Bridging the Divide

Host Organization: Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): Colorado Southern Front Range Alliance
State/Region: CO

Local Focus: Colorado There's a lot of stress these days among family members and friends who are divided politically, and the current polarized public conversation doesn't help. Please join us for a Braver Angels Skills for Bridging the Divide Workshop and learn skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common ground, and […]

Ambassador Outreach

State/Region: PA
Mt Airy Day Germantown Ave. Between Upsal and Johnson Street, Philadelphia

Local Focus: NW Philadelphia PA Community Fair ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org

Skills for Bridging the Divide

Host Organization: Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): Co-hosted by the Connecticut Alliance
State/Region: - National

There's a lot of stress these days among family members and friends who are divided politically, and the current polarized public conversation doesn't help. Please join us for a Braver Angels Skills for Bridging the Divide Workshop and learn skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common ground, and affirm the importance […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide

Host Organization: Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): Miami University - Menard Family Center for Democracy
State/Region: OH

Local Focus: Oxford, OH There's a lot of stress these days among family members and friends who are divided politically, and the current polarized public conversation doesn't help. Please join us for a Braver Angels Skills for Bridging the Divide Workshop and learn skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common ground, […]

We the People’s Forum: Does One Size Fit All For Addressing Homelessness?

Host Organization: BA National - We the People's Forum
State/Region: - National
Online US

When it comes to addressing homelessness, should we be taking a one-size-fits-all approach? Or are there many different approaches that we should adopt? We'll discuss these questions and explore solutions with a politically diverse panel of Americans who have been homeless, or who work on housing issues. We the People's Forum is a Braver Angels […]

Intro for Newcomers & Volunteers

Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance CT
State/Region: CT
Online US

Local Focus: Connecticut New to Braver Angels? Curious about what the Connecticut Alliance is up to? Already a member, but wanting to put your talents and interests to work as a volunteer? Bring your questions, ideas, and enthusiasm to our brief info session (repeated regularly). Hear about upcoming events and activities, connect with volunteer opportunities, […]

Braver Politics CAP Event Trainer Training

Host Organization: BA National - Braver Politics
State/Region: - National
Online US

Join Elizabeth Doll for the Specialized Braver Politics Guide role of Event Trainer.

Film Discussion – In-Person Watch Party and Discussion of “Braver Angels: Reuniting America”

Host Organization: Lancaster County Alliance
State/Region: PA
Manheim Train Station 210 S. Charlotte St, Manheim

Restricted Attendance: Residents of Manheim Central School District, PA, and surrounding areas Local Focus: Lancaster County, PA In-Person Watch party and discussion of Braver Angels: Reuniting America (Jim Brown Productions,2019) documentary. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org  

Finding a Way to Live Together:The Braver Angels Mission and New Initiatives

Host Organization: Braver Angels Utah Alliance
State/Region: UT
Waterford School 9757 Copplestone Circle, 1480 9400 South, Sandy

Local Focus: Salt Lake CIty Join us for breakfast and conversation with Bill Doherty, co-founder, Braver Angels. He will answer your questions about the value of the BA ethos, and what you can do to get involved in new programs. Meet other folks who are interested in depolarizing America! ** This event is open to […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide

Host Organization: Oregon Statewide Alliance
State/Region: OR

There's a lot of stress these days among family members and friends who are divided politically, and the current polarized public conversation doesn't help. Please join us for a Braver Angels Skills for Bridging the Divide Workshop and learn skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common ground, and affirm the importance […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide Workshop

Host Organization: Bay Area Super Alliance
State/Region: CA

There's a lot of stress these days among family members and friends who are divided politically, and the current polarized public conversation doesn't help. Please join us for a Braver Angels Skills for Bridging the Divide Workshop and learn skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common ground, and affirm the importance […]

Depolarizing Within

Host Organization: Braver Angels
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 […]

Depolarizing Within

Host Organization: Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): Charlotte Public Library
State/Region: VT
Charlotte Public Library 115 Ferry Rd., Charlotte

Local Focus: focused for local attendance, but open to others joining. 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 […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide Workshop

Partner Org(s): Elmhurst Public Library
State/Region: IL
Online US

There's a lot of stress these days among family members and friends who are divided politically, and the current polarized public conversation doesn't help. Please join us for a Braver Angels Skills for Bridging the Divide Workshop and learn skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common ground, and affirm the importance […]

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