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Red/Blue Workshop – Sessions 1 & 2

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: - National

About this Event Description Join us for a free two-part intensive online 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 […]

Building Consensus on Gun Policy to Reduce Violence

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

Join us for a discussion on practical steps that might be taken to use gun policy to reduce violence. The purpose of this workshop is to see how much progress can be made to achieve consensus across the political divide on some incremental, pragmatic steps to improve the current situation. We'd like to discover where […]

Members Meeting – Elevator Speech Workshop hosted by Central/Eastern Washington Alliance

Host Organization: Central / Eastern Washington Alliance
State/Region: WA
Online US

Restricted Attendance: Braver Angels members only Local Focus: Washington State An interactive workshop designed to help you develop a clear, concise, and memorable way to talk about Braver Angels with media, potential partners, and prospective Braver Angels members. Instructor Lorraine Howell retired at the end of 2020 after more than 20 years of speech coaching […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide

Host Organization: Memphis Area Alliance
State/Region: TN

Local Focus: West Tennessee 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

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: GA

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 […]

Citizen Action Program Orientation – Live Session

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

Restricted Attendance: Citizen Action Program Part 1 Orientation Join other Citizen Volunteers to learn details about training!

Members Meeting – BA MN Alliances: Let’s Get Started!

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: MN

Local Focus: BA members living in the state of Minnesota BA MN has been growing local alliances across Minnesota. Join other BA MN members to experience what a local alliance meeting is like, meet alliance leaders, learn about upcoming topics, and find out how you can get involved in efforts to bridge the political divide. […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide – HYBRID – ONLINE

Host Organization: Oregon Statewide Alliance
State/Region: OR
Online US

About this event 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 […]

Members Meeting – Planning Meeting for Deliberative Town Hall Meeting on Voter Access and Security in West Virginia

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

We invite you to join us from 7-9 PM on Wednesday, August 24, 2022 to participate in planning for a town hall via ZOOM. We are targeting Sept. 28 from 7-9pm for the actual event. The Deliberative Town Hall format is a discussion, not a debate. It is open to the public. Panel Members are […]

Film Discussion – Braver Angels Film Club Discussion of “Look Away, Look Away”

State/Region: - National
Online US

"Look Away, Look Away," 2022, documents the fierce five-year battle that led to the removal of the Mississippi state flag, revealing how race, heritage and long-simmering grievances over the Civil War shape our sense of who we are as Americans. This film presents “a rare opportunity to… empathize with those who hold viewpoints that differ […]

Depolarizing Conversations About Race – ONLINE

Partner Org(s): Dakota County
State/Region: MN
Online US

Restricted Attendance: Dakota County Local Focus: Dakota County Why we need this workshop Conversations between White people about race are often dysfunctional and judgmental, descending into “Just listen to me explain racism to you” and “Don’t call me a racist!” Many White Americans have trouble sustaining conversations on issues such as affirmative action, police reform, […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide Workshop HYBRID – ONLINE

Partner Org(s): UNW
State/Region: MN
Online US

Restricted Attendance: UNW 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 […]

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 – 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: […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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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 […]

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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