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Moving Beyond Polarization: Making Politics Work

Host Organization: Braver Politics
Partner Org(s): 1) Braver Angels CT Alliance; 2) CT Public; 3) The Governor M. Jodi Rell Center for Public Service
State/Region: - National

Local Focus: Connecticut Description:   Please join us for this special online Braver Politics event, "Moving Beyond Polarization: Making Politics Work." Braver Angels Co-Founder Bill Doherty will moderated a unique discussion between Connecticut State Representatives Stephen Harding and Cristin McCarthy Vahey, demonstrating how two elected officials—one red, one blue—can communicate across differences and bridge the political divide. […]

National Community Debate – Mar-a-Lago Investigation

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

Mar-a-Lago Investigation - Join Braver Angels to debate. About this event Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – "Mar-a-Lago Investigation" 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 questions. Tell us what you have experienced […]

Depolarizing Within – Standard – IN PERSON

Partner Org(s): Leader Ethics Wisconsin, CommUnity LaCrosse
State/Region: WI
Lunda Center 319 Seventh Street North, LaCrosse

Restricted Attendance: those registered through a local channel in LaCrosse Local Focus: LaCrosse, WI 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 […]

Here Come the Angels!

Host Organization: Central / Eastern Washington Alliance
State/Region: WA
Shalom United Church of Christ 505 McMurray Street, Richland

Local Focus: Richland, Washington Here come the "Angels"! Since 2016, a growing tide has been quietly building throughout the US opening doors and building bridges across seemingly insurmountable interpersonal divides. Braver Angels, a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit, is showing the way to rebuilding a more civil society, overcoming apparent divisions of political persuasion and other deeply […]

Depolarizing Within – Standard – ONLINE

State/Region: - National
Online US

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 of Central Texas
Partner Org(s): Mothers Against Gregg Abbott
State/Region: TX

Restricted Attendance: Members of Mothers Against Gregg Abbott 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: […]

Members Meeting – Franklin County VT Braver Angels Gathering

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: VT
Greg Brown Lodge at Hard'ack Recreation Center 179 Congress Street, St. Albans

Come join us in St. Albans, Vermont for a meal and learn about the Braver Angels movement. Braver Angels (https://braverangels.org) is a National Organization dedicated to the premise that reasonable, well-intentioned people can look at a topic and hold two disparate views without rejecting each other. We can and do disagree without being disagreeable. We […]

We the People’s Forum: What Do Everyday Americans Think of the 2022 Elections?

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

It's almost two years since one of the most controversial elections in American history, with the highest voter turnout in a very long time. In many states, re-evaluation of voting processes are on-going, after questions about ballot access or possible fraud. As we come up to the next general election, we want to hear what […]

Film Discussion – Documentary Discussion: The Social Dilemma

Host Organization: Memphis Area Alliance
State/Region: TN
Online US

Documentary Discussion: The Social Dilemma Restricted Attendance: Please watch the film on your own in advance. It is available on Netflix. We will NOT be watching the film during the event.

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Intro Sessions for Newcomers & New Volunteers

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

Local Focus: Connecticut Learn about how citizens and elected officials from across the political spectrum are coming together to bridge the partisan divide, and how you can help too. Bring your questions and enthusiasm. Feel free to join us for Part 1 and/or Part 2, based on your interest: 7:00PM ET — Part 1: For […]

Deliberative Town Hall – Education and Mental Health

Host Organization: Braver Angels Utah Alliance
State/Region: UT
Morgan High School Auditorium 55 N Trojan Blvd, Morgan

Local Focus: Constituents of Utah State House District 4 This is a unique Braver Politics Town Hall for Utah State House District 4, focusing on education and mental health. Attendees will divide up into group to discuss common ground policies and positions on these topics. They will then present and discuss their ideas with both […]

Families and Politics

Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance of Central NC
Partner Org(s): St. Francis of Assisi, Raleigh, NC
State/Region: NC
Founders Room in Anthony Hall, St. Francis 11401 Leesville Rd, Raleigh

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 […]

How to Write an Op-Ed or Letter to the Editor

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: MN

Interested in supporting Braver Angels with a written message, but not sure where to start. This training opportunity is for you. Melinda Voss, an experienced journalist and PR specialist, will provide tips for introductions that draw readers in, how to organize your thoughts, and how to get published. ** This event is open to the […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide

Host Organization: Ames Braver Angels Alliance
Partner Org(s): Osceola United Women of Faith
State/Region: IA
Revelton Distilling Co. 1400 W. Clay St., Osceola

Local Focus: Iowa - Clarke County 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, […]

Common Ground – Ensuring Trustworthy California Elections

Host Organization: Braver Angels San Francisco
State/Region: CA

Local Focus: Northern California Restricted Attendance:  California Residents Only Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on <Ensuring Trustworthy California Elections>. The Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues (4-8 of each) - for a deep dive into a problem, such as addressing climate change, electoral […]

Skills for Social Media – ONLINE Workshop

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

This online workshop focuses on Braver Angels communication skills for people who engage in political conversation on social media. About this event The Need: Social Media posts are often highly polarizing. Skills for Social Media is an online workshop designed to improve the culture of posts and conversations in social media and provide a constructive […]

Red/Blue Workshop – Session 1

State/Region: GA
Trinity Lutheran Church 1826 Killian Hill Road, SW, Lilburn

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 […]

“Red-Blue” Workshop – Session 2 – IN PERSON

State/Region: GA
Trinity Lutheran Church 1826 Killian Hill Road, SW, Lilburn

Go further in the search for common ground by asking sincere questions of understanding, and getting real answers. About this event Please join us for an intensive online 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. […]

Depolarizing Within

Partner Org(s): League of Women Voters, Sheboygan County, Wisconsin
State/Region: WI
First Congregational Church, Sheboygan, WI 310 Bluff Ave, Sheboygan

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 […]

Roe v Wade Overturned: NH Speaks

Host Organization: New Hampshire Alliance
State/Region: NH
Online US

Local Focus: State of New Hampshire Forum to offer perspectives and/or personal stories about NH abortion policy. About this event Roe v Wade Overturned: NH Speaks offers an opportunity for residents of NH to share their opinions, stories and/or their perspectives on the recent SCOTUS decision and NH policy around abortion. The forum will be […]

Depolarizing Within

Host Organization: Oregon Statewide Alliance
State/Region: OR

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 […]

National Community Debate: School Choice

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

Is school choice is the best hope for improving our entire education system? Join Braver Angels to debate. About this event Join Braver Angels Thurs Sept 22 @ 8 pm EST for a debate on the topic – "Resolved: School choice is the best hope for improving our entire education system.." Come join us for […]

“Red-Blue” Workshop – Sessions 1 and 2 IN-PERSON

State/Region: TX
Live Oak Friends Meeting House 1318 W 26th St, Houston

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 thinking, clarify disagreements, build relationships and find common ground through listening and learning rather than declaring and debating. Schedule In part […]

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“Walk A Mile In My News” Zoom Kickoff Event

Host Organization: Sonoma County Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): Bay Area Superalliance
State/Region: CA

Local Focus: San Francisco Bay Area Much of our polarization may be the result of our news sources, what we consider misinformation or fake news, and the difficulty of separating facts or truth from opinion. This can leave us hunkering down in our own media silos or echo chambers, resulting in limited dialogue and few […]

Ambassador Outreach

Host Organization: Central / Eastern Washington Alliance
State/Region: WA
Mirabeau Point Park 13500 E Mirabeau Parkway, Spokane Valley

Local Focus: Washington State Central/Eastern Washington Braver Angels will be hosting a booth at Spokane Valleyfest 2022. Hope to see you there, WA! ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org

Skills for Bridging the Divide – Standard

Partner Org(s): St. Joseph Catholic Church, Mechanicsburg PA
State/Region: PA
St. Joseph Catholic Church 410 East Simpson Street, Mechanicsburg

Local Focus: Mechanicsburg, PA 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 […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide Workshop HYBRID – ONLINE

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