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This workshop provides you with the knowledge of what it takes to have constructive, non-polarizing conversations between people who disagree politically; gives you the chance to practice the skills to have these conversations; and think about how to have these conversations with people in your social network. Open to all! THIS EVENT IS FULL. Please […]
A free workshop to help you become more aware of your "inner polarizer" and learn methods for disagreeing without contempt and ridicule. This free three-hour workshop teaches participants: • How to be more aware of their own "inner polarizer" • How to be critical without demonizing, dismissing or stereotyping large segments of the population • […]
NEW! Literature Against Polarization discussion of Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover
Please bring a mask and social distance.
REGISTRATION FOR THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL. You may register for a local Depolarizing Within Workshop near you or the next National Workshop on April 24 from 11:00-2:00 PDT (https://braverangels.org/event/national-depolarizing-within-workshop-3/)
Target group is Alaskans.
Resolved: Legalization of cannabis for recreational use has been, on balance, good for CA
90-minute discussion of the book "Republican Like Me: How I Left the Liberal Bubble and Learned How to Love the Right," by Ken Stern. All members are welcome to attend, listen in, and - as attendance numbers allow - participate in the large group discussion.
Link to Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/americas-public-forum-can-curiosity-heal-our-divides-tickets-140958892843?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch From a series of events co-hosted by Braver Angels and the National Institute for Civil Discourse, "America's Public Forum." In partnership with Civic Renaissance, a special edition of America's Public Forum. We live in an era of moral certainty and deep social and cultural division. Could curiosity—a fundamental openness to, and wonderment […]
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 […]
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. Registering for Part 1 will automatically […]
Join us for a film discussion of the new film The Reunited States. Contact Cylee Gutting at cgutting@braverangels.org
Session 2 will be held the following Saturday, Feb 27, at the same time (12pm-3pm).
A free workshop to learn & practice skills for having more respectful & productive political conversations with people on the "other side." This workshop is a free event brought to you by Braver Angels in partnership with Florida Humanities as part of the “Why it Matters: Civic and Electoral Participation” initiative, administered by the Federation […]
A free workshop to learn & practice skills for having more respectful & productive political conversations with people on the "other side." This free workshop does the following: Provides knowledge about what it takes to have constructive, non-polarizing conversations between people who disagree politically Gives you the chance to practice these skills to have these […]
Family relationships are casualties of our toxic political environment. Preserve important family bonds while staying true to your values. Note: eLearning required
Restricted Attendance: This event is designed for all those associated with any college or university campuses (including students, faculty, and other college community members). Local Focus: Texas Join the students of Texas Wesleyan University in Dallas, TX as they debate the topic: "Resolution: Local governments should defund police departments and redirect funds toward alternative solutions […]
Local Focus: Prince William County VA 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. We will use technology to facilitate collaborative discussions and the sharing of ideas. Goals: To […]
Restricted Attendance: Members who have attended an Ambassador Orientation.
Panel discussion with audience questions and participation on Wyoming's budget crisis.
A free workshop to help you become more aware of your "inner polarizer" and learn methods for disagreeing without contempt and ridicule. Who can come? Anyone interested in examining their own inner polarization and learning strategies to disagree without condemning or ridiculing others.
Local Focus: Georgia ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org 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, […]
Depolarizing Within Workshop 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 workshop helps participants learn: how to be more aware of their own […]
Session 2: by invitation only
Central/Eastern Washington participants only.
Local Focus: South Florida 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. We will use technology to facilitate collaborative discussions and the sharing of ideas. Goals: To better understand […]
** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org 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. […]
Restricted Attendance: local only (Moorestown - NJ Alliance) LOCAL ALLIANCE MEETING with 75 min. SINGLE ISSUE EXPLORATION. The TOPIC of the single issue exploration is ELECTION REFORM.
