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Depolarizing Within – Schools and Communities – ONLINE

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: - National

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 other political party, its leaders, and its policies. This free 2.5 to 3 hour workshop is offered online over Zoom and teaches participants: How to […]

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Military & Veterans Group Welcome Event

Host Organization: Other
State/Region: - National

Are you a military member or veteran and interested in how your fellow vets and service members are working to reduce political polarization in the United States? Come to our Welcome Event and you will learn about Braver Angels and where you can continue your mission of defending the Constitution of the United States against […]

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Alliance/Members Meeting – Michigan BA Member Meeting

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: MI

Local Focus: Michigan We are inviting all Michigan Braver Angels (BA) to join likeminded neighbors across the state striving to: refresh your depolarizing skills gain support for humanizing those on both sides of the issues form a community where efforts to discover common ground are shared Please join us on the second Tuesday of each […]

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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 […]

Alliance/Members Meeting – Immigration!

Host Organization: New Hampshire Alliance
State/Region: NH

Craving a healthy dose of real talk about immigration? Ditch the shouting matches and join our forum, where we bring all viewpoints for honest an conversations. We dissect the myths, tackle the tough questions (tacos vs. poutine, anyone?), and explore the economic, social, and cultural impact of immigration. No matter your stance, share your voice […]

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BA Organizer Training – Online

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

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 […]

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BA IN Red/Blue Weekly Lunch

Host Organization: IN - Braver Angels of South Central Indiana
State/Region: IN
Online US

Local Focus: Indiana Weekly lunch meeting of the BA IN Red/Blue lunch group.  

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Forum for Braver Angel Mental Health Professionals

Host Organization: Other
State/Region: - National

Restricted Attendance: Forum is restricted to BA members who are mental health professionals This is a meeting for mental health professionals from across the political spectrum to connect, provide consultation and support to one another for working with clients who have diverse views on politics and social issues.

Red-Blue Workshop – Sessions 1 and 2 ALL DAY – ONLINE

Host Organization: BA National
State/Region: - National

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 […]

Alliance/Members Meeting – Braver Angels DC Alliance Solutions Exchange: Civility

Host Organization: Braver Angels Washington, DC
State/Region: DC

What is civility, and how can it help us solve polarization? Hear from two experts in the field at our next Solutions Exchange. The Braver Angels DC Alliance Solutions Exchange is the only regular hybrid in-person/online panel discussion in America solely focused on reducing political polarization at scale. This hybrid in-person/online event. Zoom link will […]

Ambassador Outreach – Online

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: PA

Local Focus: Western Pennsylvania Tired of the divide in America and want to be part of the solution? Come learn about Braver Angels and its grassroots, non-partisan movement, which seeks to depolarize American politics. In this interactive session, you’ll test-drive activities from our workshops and see how this approach can engage citizens to bring hope […]

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BA Organizer Training – Online

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

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 […]

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BA IN Red/Blue Weekly Lunch

Host Organization: IN - Braver Angels of South Central Indiana
State/Region: IN
Online US

Local Focus: Indiana Weekly lunch meeting of the BA IN Red/Blue lunch group.  

National Film Club Discussion of the Film “In Our Son’s Name”

Host Organization: BA National
State/Region: - National
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 […]

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Utah Monthly Member Meeting – Online

State/Region: UT
Online US

Local Focus: Utah Meet other Utah Braver Angels, ask questions, learn about opportunities to participate or volunteer, and receive updates and encouragement. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org  

“Give your Elevator Speech a Lift” – a workshop for BA Ambassadors

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: - National

Restricted Attendance: Intended for members of Braver Angels who have completed the Ambassador training, and Field Leaders/Alliance Co-Chairs who are engaged in Public Outreach. As Ambassadors for Braver Angels, we love to share with others what we have learned and experienced on our journey. However, the skills to tell our story in 10 seconds or […]

Being Blue in a Red Environment

Host Organization: ID - State
State/Region: ID
Online US

Learn safe and effective ways to communicate liberal values and beliefs in environments where conservative ideas are assumed to be correct. Focus of the workshop:  This workshop is for political liberals who are surrounded by conservatives in key areas of life like work, family, social circle, religion, or community.  This free 3-hour on-line workshop is […]

Families and Politics

Host Organization: Braver Angels
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 […]

Is it time to take away the keys?

Host Organization: Braver Angels Berkeley/Oakland/San Francisco
Partner Org(s): livingroomconversations.org
State/Region: CA

Reds and Blues discussion in breakout rooms followed by main room summation. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org

Alliance/Members Meeting – What Do Young Voters Want?

Host Organization: Building Bridges Alliance
State/Region: ME

Young voters are a key to the upcoming election. What are their motivating interests? What can we do to encourage them to participate in voter registration efforts. Join this meeting with young voters and find out!

Debate Chair Training – Q&A Session – Online

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

Restricted Attendance: Must complete debate chair training e-Course Have you completed the Braver Angels Debate Chair e-Course? Join us for step 2 in the chair training process — a Q&A session with an experienced Debate Chair!

Ambassador Outreach – Online

Host Organization: MN Congressional Districts 1, 2, & 7
State/Region: MN
Online US

Local Focus: Rochester MN, Southern Minnesota, Minnesota Congressional District #1 Join us as we dive into the heart of Braver Angels' mission and impact in the Rochester area and Minnesota's 1st Congressional District as we unveil our plans to amplify the Braver Angels presence in Southern Minnesota. Learn about upcoming Braver Angels events that promise […]

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BA Organizer Training – Online

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

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 […]

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