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Setting: Online

America’s Public Forum: America’s Crisis of Trust in the 2020s

Host Organization: BA National - Debates / APF Program
Setting: Online
Online US

Intellectuals from across the political spectrum have observed for decades that, beneath the intense and polarized vitriol of American politics, a general and metastasizing crisis of trust has steadily eaten away at American institutions and whatever shared legitimacy they once held more confidently. In some ways this has led to the alienation of large segments […]

Coliseum Debate – National Debate: Do We Have a Moral Obligation to Serve America?

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

** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org Join Braver Angels Thurs Aug 19 @ 8 pm EST to experience a debate on the topic: “Resolved: All Americans have a moral obligation to participate in either a military or national service program.”

Being Red in a Blue Environment

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

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

We the People’s Forum: How Can We Fix America’s Immigration System?

Host Organization: BA National - We the People's Forum
State/Region: - National
Setting: Online

** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org Build a wall? Open borders? Something else? What would a fair and orderly immigration system look like in America? We know the slogans. It's a political hot-button issue. But what do immigrants -- those voted for Trump and those who […]

Red/Blue Workshop – Sessions 1 & 2

State/Region: OR
Setting: Online
Online US

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 […]

Want to start an Alliance? Here’s how!!

Host Organization: MN BA State Alliance
State/Region: MN
Setting: Online

Local Focus: Minnesota Braver Angels ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org Want to start an Alliance? Here's how....we'll give you the framework, the guardrails and the lowdown on Alliances in Minnesota!! Learn more....

Film Discussion – Braver Angels Film Discussion: Black Boys

Host Organization: Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): Angels of Color Caucus
State/Region: - National
Setting: Online

** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org Black Boys is a poignant documentary that illuminates Black male experiences in terms of Body, Mind, Voice and Heart. Braver Angels of Color Caucus members will start off the discussion by talking about what the film means to them. Watch […]

Event Series Orientation for Prospective or New Braver Angels Workshop Organizers

Orientation for Prospective or New Braver Angels Workshop Organizers

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

New and Prospective Organizer Orientation Meeting This meeting is for new and prospective organizers and takes place on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 7-8pm EST. At the orientations, we explain the responsibilities and rewards of being an organizer, answer questions, and show newcomers how to navigate the website to access helpful resources. ** […]

Event Series America’s Public Forum

America’s Public Forum

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

** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org From a series of events bridging the worlds of ideas and depolarization, hosted by Braver Angels and friends, "America's Public Forum." Check back often for the subject and registration link for this week's forum.  Thank you.  

Pilot #2 – BAACNC Grandparents Initiative

Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance of Central NC
State/Region: NC
Setting: Online

Restricted Attendance: Only for BAACNC members and invited guests This event will bring together a diverse group of conservative and liberal grandparents to: 1. Look for common ground. What do we worry about and what are our hopes when we think about the future? How might grandparents and youth across our communities, states, nation, and […]

Depolarizing Conversations About Race

Host Organization: Bay Area Super Alliance
Partner Org(s): Manteca Interfaith Community Appeal
State/Region: CA
Setting: Online

** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org Why we need this workshop Conversations between White people about race are nearly as broken as conversations between Whites and Blacks, often descending into “Just listen to me explain racism to you” and “Don’t call me a racist!” Many White […]

Depolarizing Conversations About Race

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

Local Focus: Tennessee Braver Angels Why we need this workshop Conversations between White people about race are nearly as broken as conversations between Whites and Blacks, often 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 […]

Depolarizing Within – Standard

Host Organization: BA National
Setting: Online
Online

Restricted Attendance: Braver Angels musicians 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 […]

Event Series America’s Public Forum

America’s Public Forum

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

** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org From a series of events bridging the worlds of ideas and depolarization, hosted by Braver Angels and friends, "America's Public Forum." Check back often for the subject and registration link for this week's forum.  Thank you.  

National Debate: Race in Education

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

de·bate| dəˈbāt | - noun - A highly structured conversation in which a group of people think together, listen to one another, and are open to being changed by ideas. About this Event Resolved: Public schools cannot be trusted to teach students about race and racism. You probably haven’t experienced anything like a Braver Angels' Debate. […]

Event Series America’s Public Forum

America’s Public Forum

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

** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org From a series of events bridging the worlds of ideas and depolarization, hosted by Braver Angels and friends, "America's Public Forum." Check back often for the subject and registration link for this week's forum.  Thank you.  

Families & Politics

Host Organization: Ohio Statewide
State/Region: OH
Setting: Online

Local Focus: Ohio 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 […]

Red/Blue Workshop – Sessions 1 & 2

State/Region: GA
Setting: Online
Online US

Local Focus: Georgia 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 […]

Common Ground – Addressing National Infrastructure Legislation

Host Organization: Central / Eastern Washington Alliance
State/Region: WA
Setting: Online

Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on Addressing National Infrastructure Legislation. 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 reform or abortion. Together participants talk about their […]

Families & Politics

Host Organization: Braver Angels of Central Arkansas (BACA)
Partner Org(s): Central Arkansas Library System, University of Arkansas
State/Region: AR
Setting: Online
Online US

Local Focus: The event is taking place in AR but will be applicable to anyone. 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 […]

USC Center for the Political Future: Skills for Bridging the Divide – Online

Host Organization: Southern California Super Alliance
Partner Org(s): The Center for the Political Future at the University of Southern California
State/Region: CA
Setting: Online

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 affirm the importance […]

“Infrastructure” Spending – Too Much or Not Enough?

Host Organization: Braver Angels Silicon Valley
State/Region: CA
Setting: Online
Online US

The U.S. Congress is considering legislation that will significantly expand the federal government’s spending on programs designed to increase long-term economic growth. The elements of that package focused on physical infrastructure -- such as transportation, electric/gas/water distribution, and Internet -- have wide bipartisan support. Other elements, including those that focus on making individuals more productive […]

Families & Politics

Host Organization: Braver Angels Utah Alliance
State/Region: UT
Setting: Online

Local Focus: Utah 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 […]

MN State Alliance Debate

Host Organization: MN BA State Alliance
State/Region: MN
Setting: Online

  de·bate| dəˈbāt | - noun - A highly structured conversation in which a group of people think together, listen to one another, and are open to being changed by ideas. About this Event Resolved: Teaching about systemic racism is divisive, encourages students to hate America, and should be prohibited in public and charter schools. You probably […]

Event Series America’s Public Forum

America’s Public Forum

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

** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org From a series of events bridging the worlds of ideas and depolarization, hosted by Braver Angels and friends, "America's Public Forum." Check back often for the subject and registration link for this week's forum.  Thank you.  

Skills for Bridging the Divide

Host Organization: Braver Angels Utah Alliance
State/Region: UT
Setting: Online

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 affirm the importance […]

Braver Angels Introductory Meeting – Help Depolarize America

Host Organization: Southern California Super Alliance
State/Region: CA
Setting: Online

Local Focus: Southern California, but open to others American politics is competitive, thrilling, frustrating – and infuriating. The stakes are high. Issues are important. Outcomes matter. This is why we care, and should care, about our politics. But do our politics have to be demonizing? Does it have to bring out the worst in us? […]

Depolarizing Conversations About Race

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

Why we need this workshop Conversations between White people about race are nearly as broken as conversations between Whites and Blacks, often 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, reparations, and […]

Depolarizing Conversations About Race

Host Organization: BA National - Workshops
Setting: Online
Online US

Why we need this workshop Conversations between White people about race are nearly as broken as conversations between Whites and Blacks, often 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, reparations, and […]

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