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

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: MN
Setting: Online

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
Setting: Online
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 – Memphis Braver Angels 2022 Organizing and Planning

Host Organization: Memphis Area Alliance
State/Region: TN
Setting: Online

Restricted Attendance: Open to those who have been to at least ONE Braver Angels event already. Local Focus: Memphis Metro Area Join in on the organizing, planning, and supporting of upcoming Braver Angels events in Memphis. This weekly Zoom meeting focuses on our Fall 2022 events.

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
Setting: Online

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
Setting: Online
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
Setting: Online
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, […]

Members Meeting – Memphis Braver Angels 2022 Organizing and Planning

Host Organization: Memphis Area Alliance
State/Region: TN
Setting: Online

Restricted Attendance: Open to those who have been to at least ONE Braver Angels event already. Local Focus: Memphis Metro Area Join in on the organizing, planning, and supporting of upcoming Braver Angels events in Memphis. This weekly Zoom meeting focuses on our Fall 2022 events.

Skills for Bridging the Divide Workshop HYBRID – ONLINE

Partner Org(s): UNW
State/Region: MN
Setting: Online
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 […]

Members Meeting – Memphis Braver Angels 2022 Organizing and Planning

Host Organization: Memphis Area Alliance
State/Region: TN
Setting: Online

Restricted Attendance: Open to those who have been to at least ONE Braver Angels event already. Local Focus: Memphis Metro Area Join in on the organizing, planning, and supporting of upcoming Braver Angels events in Memphis. This weekly Zoom meeting focuses on our Fall 2022 events.

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
Setting: Online

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
Setting: Online
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
Setting: Online
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
Setting: Online

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
Setting: Online
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 […]

Members Meeting – Step By Step Training for new Organizers

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: - National
Setting: Online

Restricted Attendance: For new and prospective Organizers who have attended an Organizer Orientation Organizer training part 2 - Using the Step By Step guide. New Organizers are invited to join us to ask questions and get acquainted with the Organizer's Step-By-Step Guide.

Film Discussion – Documentary Discussion: The Social Dilemma

Host Organization: Memphis Area Alliance
State/Region: TN
Setting: Online
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.

Members Meeting – Memphis Braver Angels 2022 Organizing and Planning

Host Organization: Memphis Area Alliance
State/Region: TN
Setting: Online

Restricted Attendance: Open to those who have been to at least ONE Braver Angels event already. Local Focus: Memphis Metro Area Join in on the organizing, planning, and supporting of upcoming Braver Angels events in Memphis. This weekly Zoom meeting focuses on our Fall 2022 events.

Intro Sessions for Newcomers & New Volunteers

Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance CT
State/Region: CT
Setting: Online

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
Setting: Online

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
Setting: Online

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
Setting: Online
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 […]

Event Series SongSquare

SongSquare

State/Region: - National
Setting: Online

Members of the Braver Angels Songwriting Community are invited to share their latest song for the month and participate in discussion about healing division through art.

Roe v Wade Overturned: NH Speaks

Host Organization: New Hampshire Alliance
State/Region: NH
Setting: Online
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
Setting: Online

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 […]

Members Meeting – Memphis Braver Angels 2022 Organizing and Planning

Host Organization: Memphis Area Alliance
State/Region: TN
Setting: Online

Restricted Attendance: Open to those who have been to at least ONE Braver Angels event already. Local Focus: Memphis Metro Area Join in on the organizing, planning, and supporting of upcoming Braver Angels events in Memphis. This weekly Zoom meeting focuses on our Fall 2022 events.

National Community Debate: School Choice

Host Organization: BA National - Debates
State/Region: - National
Setting: Online
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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