Alliance/Members Meeting – Greater Cincinnati Alliance – January 2024
Host Organization: OH - Cincinnati Alliance Group State/Region: OH Setting: In-person Crossroads Church - Oakley 3500 Madison Rd, CincinnatiBraver Debate: Immigration
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Debate Chair Q&A
Host Organization: BA National - Debates State/Region: - National Setting: Online Online US* Ambassador Training 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! * Restricted Attendance: Completion of E-Course
Red Caucus 2nd Tuesday Monthly Meeting
Host Organization: SIG - Red Caucus Setting: Online Online USRestricted Attendance: Red members or subscribers only Red Caucus 2nd Tuesday monthly meeting. All reds are invited.
Military & Veterans Group Welcome Event
Host Organization: Other State/Region: - National Setting: OnlineAre 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 […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – Michigan BA Member Meeting
Host Organization: Braver Angels State/Region: MI Setting: OnlineLocal 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 […]
Cookies and Conversation, Topic: Immigration
Host Organization: Braver Angels of Wilmington NC State/Region: NC Setting: In-person Pine Valley Library 3802 S College Rd (behind Walgreens), WilmingtonModerated Discussion Group, Topic: Immigration * Restricted Attendance: 30 * Local Focus: Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas
Skills for Disagreeing Better about Politics
Host Organization: MN - State State/Region: MN Setting: In-person Ramsey County Library - Shoreview 4560 Victoria St N, ShoreviewIn our current polarized political environment, many people avoid or dread political conversations with friends or family members whose politics differ from their own. They worry, rightly so, that any attempts at political discussions will devolve into arguments and acrimony and result in hurt feelings or anger. This Braver Angels workshop teaches skills for having […]
Civil Conversations Series – In Person
Host Organization: Braver Angels Arkansas Partner Org(s): Central Arkansas Library System State/Region: AR Setting: In-person Fletcher Library 823 N Buchanan St, Little RockLocal Focus: Event will be in person only at Fletcher Library, 823 N Buchanan St, Little Rock, AR 72205 The Civil Conversations series is a monthly event with the following goals: 1) practice and improve civil communications skills while discussing specific topics; 2) identify common ground/common points that people can agree on within a specific […]
Book Discussion – I Never Thought of It That Way: How to Have Fearlessly Curious Conversations in Dangerously Divided Times – In Person
Host Organization: West Suburban Alliance-MSP State/Region: MN Setting: In-person Ridgedale Library - Ladyslipper Room 275 12601 Ridgedale Drive, MinnetonkaBook Discussion: I Never Thought of It That Way: How to Have Fearlessly Curious Conversations in Dangerously Divided Times, by Monica Guzman
Intro Sessions for Newcomers & New Volunteers
Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance CT State/Region: CT Setting: OnlineLocal 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 […]
BA Organizer Training – Online
Host Organization: BA National State/Region: - National Setting: OnlineRestricted 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 […]
Loss of civility is a threat to democracy? How do we move forward?
Host Organization: New Hampshire Alliance State/Region: NH Setting: OnlineOpen Forum discussion on the state of civility in our democracy. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org
Ambassador Outreach
Host Organization: Oregon Statewide Alliance Partner Org(s): Academy for Lifelong Learning State/Region: OR Setting: OnlineRestricted Attendance: Academy for Lifelong Learning members Crossing the Continental Divide presentation and guided discussion
Politics at the Pub
Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance of Central NC Partner Org(s): Forward Party of NC State/Region: NC Setting: In-person Doherty's Irish Pub 1979 High House Rd, CaryLong before there was the kind of polarization that makes people avoid political discussions, the tavern was a staple in the in the social, political, and travel lives of America’s citizens.* We want to bring the spirit of civil conversation and exchange of ideas BACK to the American tavern with “Politics at the Pub”! At […]
Film Discussion – Braver Angels: Reuniting America
Host Organization: Twin Cities East Metro State/Region: MN Setting: In-person Acapulco Mexican Restaurant 1240 Frontage Road W, StillwaterLocal Focus: Ramsey and Washington Counties in Minnesota 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 of the political spectrum. We'll be discussing the film Braver Angels: Reuniting America. Tired of […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – Monthly Members Meeting
Setting: Online Online USThe monthly members meeting for Braver Angels - Georgia. * Local Focus: Georgia
Film Discussion – Democracy and Faith Under Siege: Responding to Christian Nationalism
Host Organization: BA National State/Region: - National Setting: Online Online USWatch 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 […]
Pilot Songwriting Workshop and Concert, Part 1, Nashville
Host Organization: TN - Braver Angels Nashville State/Region: OH Setting: Online Otter Creek Church 3534 West End Ave., NasvilleBA Songwriters Event A balanced group of reds and blues begin with a Fishbowl discussion of an issue of local or national significance. After the Fishbowl exercise, the participants work with a trained songwriter to create an original song on the topic together. The song will have a premiere performance at the Concert on 1/14/2023, […]
Depolarizing Within – IN PERSON
Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance of Central NC Partner Org(s): Unity Church of the Triangle State/Region: NC Setting: In-person Unity of the Triangle 5570 Munford Rd, RaleighRestricted Attendance: 20 seats are restricted to attendees from the Unity of the Triangle Church with 10 seats open to the public. 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 […]
INPERSON — Depolarizing Within
Host Organization: MA - Braver Angels Greater Boston State/Region: MA Setting: In-person Boston Public Library (Central Room) 700 Boylston Street, BostonA 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 […]
Skills for Bridging the Divide – IN PERSON
Host Organization: Chittenden County VT Braver Angels Alliance Partner Org(s): Brownell Public Library State/Region: VT Setting: In-personCommunication 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 […]
Skills for Conversations about Public Policy and Race – Standard
Host Organization: BA National - Workshops State/Region: - National Setting: OnlineFor Reds, Blues, and Others Improve skills for listening to others and expressing your own views on race leading to more productive conversations. Note: This event is to be attended online. The red/blue divide makes it hard for Americans of all races to reason together and find common ground on important policy issues related to […]
The Way of Peace: An Israeli & Palestinian Dialogue
Host Organization: Braver Angels-Illinois Statewide Zoom Alliance Partner Org(s): MEJDI Tours, Hands of Peace State/Region: IL Setting: In-person Glenview Community Church 1000 Elm Street (in the Community Room), GlenviewThe Way of Peace: An Israeli & Palestinian Dialogue Sunday, January 14, 2024 at 4:00 pm Location: Glenview Community Church, Community Room, 1000 Elm St, Glenview, IL 60025 Please join us for this exciting opportunity as we welcome Global Peacebuilder, National Geographic Explorer, Ted Fellow and MEJDI Tours co-founder Aziz Abu Sarah. Aziz, a Palestinian […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – 2024 Alliance Planning Meeting – In Person
Host Organization: Braver Angels Fairfax County State/Region: VA Setting: In-person Lewinsville Presbyterian Church 1724 Chain Bridge Road, McLeanLocal Focus: Northern Virginia The Fairfax Alliance canvassed members in December for interests to be addressed in 2024. This Alliance meeting will review what we heard and set a tentative set of topics for monthly meetings during the calendar year.
Income inequality and Economic prosperity – ONLINE
Host Organization: Braver Angels Denver State/Region: CO Setting: OnlineBraver Angels Denver Alliance invites you to a Connecting Conversation concerning "Economic prosperity and income inequality”. Braver Angels discussions encourage voices from different perspectives in an effort to create greater understanding. The focus of our conversation is not to change minds but to better understand each other. We would love to hear your perspective. Join […]
Income Inequality and Economic Prosperity – IN PERSON
Host Organization: CO - Braver Angels Denver State/Region: CO Setting: In-person Independence Institute 727 E. 16th Ave., DenverBraver Angels Denver Alliance invites you to a Connecting Conversation concerning "economic prosperity and income inequality”. Braver Angels discussions encourage voices from different perspectives in an effort to create greater understanding. The focus of our conversation is not to change minds but to better understand each other. We would love to hear your perspective. Join […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – Northeast Ohio Alliance Meeting
Host Organization: OH - Northeast Ohio Alliance Group State/Region: OH Setting: In-person United Church of Christ (Brecksville) 23 Public Square, BrecksvilleNortheast Ohio Alliance Meeting * Local Focus: Northeast Ohio
Debate Chair Training – Mock Debate
Host Organization: BA National - Debates Setting: Online Online USIf you have completed our debate chair training eCourse and attended a Q&A session with an experienced chair, you are well on your way to chairing your first debate! The third and final step is practicing your skills in a mock debate! Join us for this event where members of the Braver Angels Debate team […]
Members Meeting – Central/Eastern WA monthly Program meeting
Host Organization: Central / Eastern Washington Alliance State/Region: WA Setting: OnlineLocal Focus: Central /Eastern Washington Alliance of Braver Angels Monthly alliance discussion meeting
BA Organizer Training – Online
Host Organization: BA National State/Region: - National Setting: OnlineRestricted 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 […]
