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Come participate in a moderated discussion where we discuss the pros and cons of the rising prevalence of artificial intelligence in society. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
* Local Focus: Kitsap County, WA Topic: The War Between the US/Israel & Iran ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
Local Focus: Portland, Oregon Monthly Discussion Meeting for Braver Angels Portland Metro ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
Join us at this monthly gathering where you will get to meet some of your fellow local Braver Angels. The format changes month to month, but usually involves small group or individual discussions, while supporting our host with your patronage. This event is open to everyone and there is no registration needed, simply show up! […]
When it comes down to it all politics is indeed local. This month is an opportunity to see two county party leaders share their views. What is the value of being able to collaborate with those people who hold different political views? What barriers do you encounter between people with opposite political views that prevent […]
At this event we will learn about and discuss how to use professional analytical tradecraft to test the reliability of information, how we know what we know, how to identify confirmation bias and make a distinction between journalists and content creators . . . and much more! ** This event is open to the media […]
Are you a Braver Angels Debate volunteer or volunteer-in-training? If so, join us for the next Braver Angels Debate Volunteer Forum. This space will be an opportunity for Debate volunteers and volunteers-in-training to connect and learn from one another and other BA leaders!
** Local Focus: Indiana focus. All BA members and subscribers are welcome. Weekly discussion meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for a discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged!
Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – Resolved: Require voter ID. Remember, our resolutions never represent Braver Angels' stance on any issue, and we alternate between speeches […]
Monthly Alliance Members Meeting
Following the June 2025 and February strikes on Iran by the US and Israel, Iran’s military power has been severely degraded but not eliminated. President Trump has been praised for taking bold action and criticized for lacking a clear endgame. Join us to share your thoughts and hear what others have to say.
* Restricted Attendance: Completion of a prior Braver Angels Workshop or Alliance Event Attendee *Local Focus: Greater San Diego Area Volunteer Meet & Greet
This 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 a workshop designed to improve the culture of posts and conversations in social media and provide a constructive alternative to […]
Local Focus: Northwest Ohio 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 […]
The introductory meeting of the newly formed Lake County Alliance, FL ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
Join the Chicagoland Braver Angels Alliance or a special Earth Day–season gathering that brings together people with a wide range of perspectives on the environmental movement—over a free taco lunch. We’ll spend the afternoon in Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood, visiting the Chicago Park District’s annual Earth Day Resource Fair at Dvorak Park and then gathering across […]
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 […]
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 […]
DEBATE: Is The Use of Force Stabilizing or Destabilizing the World Order? At the April Greater Cincinnati Braver Angels Alliance gathering, Reds and Blues will debate whether the administration’s use of force is a stabilizing or destabilizing factor to the World Order. Braver Angels debates are intentionally designed to reduce polarization and promote understanding rather […]
Note: This free* event is to be attended in person. Faith-Sponsored Workshop Overview For people of faith, civil discourse begins in recognizing the image of God in our conversation partner. Since we are all children of God, our approach should involve mutual respect. Respect, not agreement, is an essential key for a healthy discussion. This […]
* Local Focus: Temecula Valley Civic Discussion Forum
Over the past few months, the Citizens Commission on Immigration has made an exciting breakthrough—bringing together constituents who are finding common ground on immigration with members of Congress.
* Local Focus: Eugene/Springfield and surroundings, Oregon We will divide into pairs and have three, 20-minute, topic-focused conversations, followed by unstructured social time. Find your Braver Angels hosts at an outside table with BA posters.
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 […]
Monthly discussion of current political topic.
** Local Focus: Minnesota Residents The Minnesota State Alliance Open House is a place to bring the curious questions that you wonder about, but might not have someone on the other side you feel safe asking. Our hope is that you feel OK to be “Open and Honest” with your curious questions, to better know […]
A welcome social for new and potential Braver Angels in Washington State Join us for an informal meet and greet and an opportunity to ask questions about Braver Angels. We will open with a short intro about Braver Angels and then introductions from attendees, followed by some social time that might include: ice breakers, break-out […]
Join us for a conversation about a current events topic to be determined in advance with pre-reading. Topic and supporting materials will be sent to registrants 7-10 days in advance.
Will taxing billionaires help pay for things we all rely on, or will it hurt the economy and end up taking money out of everyone’s pockets? Come find out why smart, reasonable people land on completely opposite sides of this question, and what is really driving the divide. You will be placed in small groups […]
This is an online companion to an in-person discussion. -You will watch the in-person facilitator introduce the questions -You will then be placed into your own online breakout rooms -Online participants WILL NOT interact with the in-person group Will taxing billionaires help pay for things we all rely on, or will it hurt the economy […]
