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Local Community Debate – Debate on Free Speech

Host Organization: CA - Sonoma County Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): Sonoma County Library - Petaluma
State/Region: CA
Setting: In-person
Sonoma County Library Petaluma 100 Fairgrounds Dr., Petaluma

Local Focus: Northern San Francisco Bay, CA 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: Free Speech You probably haven’t experienced anything like a Braver Angels Debate. It's not a […]

Depolarizing Within – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Central / Eastern Washington Alliance
State/Region: WA
Setting: In-person
Winthrop Public Library 112 Norfolk Rd, Winthrop

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 with like-minded people about those on the other side. Too often, we stereotype, dismiss, or ridicule our fellow citizens who support the […]

Being Red in a Blue Environment – ONLINE

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

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. This workshop is a free event brought to you […]

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.

Ambassador Outreach

Host Organization: MN Congressional Districts 4 & 8
State/Region: MN
Setting: In-person
Bent Paddle Brewery 1832 West Michigan Street, Duluth

Local Focus: Northern Minnesota Introductory presentation with Reuniting America movie. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org

Alliance/Members Meeting – SW PA Meet & Greet – Online

State/Region: PA
Setting: Online
Online US

Local Focus: Southwestern Pennsylvania Come meet other Braver Angels from Western PA, learn about volunteer opportunities, and share your ideas for forming an alliance and holding future events.  

Alliance/Members Meeting – SW PA Meet & Greet

Host Organization: Other
State/Region: PA
Setting: Online

Local Focus: Southwestern Pennsylvania Come meet other Braver Angels from Western PA, learn about volunteer opportunities, and share your ideas for forming an alliance and holding future events.

Debate Chair Training – Mock Debate

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

Restricted Attendance: Completed debate chair e-Course, attended debate chair Q&A session If 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 […]

Alliance/Members Meeting – Northeast Ohio Alliance Meeting

Host Organization: Northeast Ohio Alliance Group
State/Region: OH
Setting: In-person
United Church of Christ (Brecksville) 23 Public Square, Brecksville

Northeast Ohio Alliance Meeting * Local Focus: Northeast Ohio

Event Series BA Organizer Training – Online

BA Organizer Training – Online

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

Restricted 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 […]

Self-Care and Mental Wellness Training Series for BA Volunteers

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

How do you deal with feeling reactive, dysregulated, frustrated or exhausted while doing this important work? Learn practical tips and coping skills for managing stress and avoiding burnout.

Braver Angels Social Gathering – Kickback Jack’s

Host Organization: Braver Angels of Wilmington NC
State/Region: NC
Setting: In-person
Kickback Jack's 418 S. College Rd., Wilmington

* Local Focus: Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas Join us at Kickback Jack's for a social gathering with Braver Angels. We'll get the wings! ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org

Local Community Debate – DC BA Debate: Resolved: Trust the Science

Host Organization: Braver Angels Washington, DC
State/Region: DC
Setting: In-person
Royal Sands Social Club Cabana Lounge, 26 N St, SE, Washington

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. Come join us for a Braver Angels Debate on Resolved: Trust the Science at Royal Sands Social Club at Navy Yard. About this Event You probably […]

Being Blue in a Red Environment

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

Local Focus: Idaho Learn safe and effective ways to communicate liberal values and beliefs in environments where conservative ideas are assumed to be correct. Focus of the workshop:  This workshop is for political liberals who are surrounded by conservatives in key areas of life like work, family, social circle, religion, or community.  This free 3-hour […]

Depolarizing Within – IN PERSON

Host Organization: East Tennessee Alliance
Partner Org(s): 1st United Methodist Church - Maryville, Tennessee
State/Region: TN
Setting: In-person
First United Methodist Church Maryville, TN 804 Montvale Station Road, Maryville

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 with like-minded people about those on the other side. Too often, we stereotype, dismiss, or ridicule our fellow citizens who support the […]

Red/Blue Workshop – Sessions 1 & 2 – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels of Central Texas
Partner Org(s): Center for Peace Victoria
State/Region: TX
Setting: In-person
TBA - Victoria, TX TBA, Victoria

Local Focus: Victoria, TX A forum to discuss your own viewpoint, without judgment, and get real answers to sincere questions of understanding from other viewpoints. About this event Description Join us for a free two-part intensive workshop that brings together Red (conservative or Republican-leaning) and Blue (liberal or Democratic-leaning) citizens for moderated activities and structured […]

The Braver Angels Oregon “Experience”

Host Organization: Oregon Statewide Alliance
State/Region: OR
Setting: In-person
Miller's BBQ Cafe 4600 25th Ave NE, Salem

Join Braver Angels Oregon in-person for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion on the hot topics currently facing Oregonians. Our event will begin with an introduction to Braver Angels and our mission to depolarize American politics, followed by one-on-one discussions between attendees. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in civil discourse with those who may […]

Being Blue in a Red Environment

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

  Use PROMO code "BRAVER" to reserve a FREE place at this event. Click on the link below.   Learn safe and effective ways to communicate liberal values and beliefs in environments where conservative ideas are assumed to be correct. Focus of the workshop:  This workshop is for political liberals who are surrounded by conservatives in […]

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Common Ground Workshop (Non-partisan Pilot) U.S. Foreign Policy on Israel & Palestine

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

Equal numbers of people with strong opinions on the subject matter take a deep-dive into a chosen issue to find joint and unanimously held Points of Agreements. About this event Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on Israel & Palestine. This event is for you if: You affirm the equal worth and dignity of […]

Trust in the 2024 Election

Host Organization: Braver Angels Berkeley/Oakland/San Francisco
State/Region: CA
Setting: Online

Facilitated Discussion with breakout rooms on trust in the election. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org

Tackling Climate Change: The Importance of Finding Bi-Partisan Solutions

Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance CT
Partner Org(s): Braver Network Member: Connecticut Public, League of Women Voters of Greenwich, Greenwich Audubon Center, Greenwich Land Trust, Town of Greenwich Sustainability Committee, Greenwich Green & Clean and Waste Free of Greenwich
State/Region: CT
Setting: Online

Red-Blue 2-person Panel Discussion about Climate Change & Bi-Partisanship Join Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT) and Former Rep. Bob Inglis (R-SC) (currently the Executive Director of RepublicEn) for a timely discussion about the importance of bi-partisan cooperation on the issue of climate change. Hear about Senator Murphy’s legislative progress on environmental issues with Republican colleagues in […]

Alliance/Members Meeting – Guns & Mental Health

Host Organization: Building Bridges Alliance
State/Region: ME
Setting: Online

Last month we had a robust conversation on reducing mass shootings, including a panel offering diverse views. Breakout groups produced a bounty of great ideas. This month we follow up with more discussion exploring steps at the community level that could be widely supported. Our panel will include 3 knowledgeable professionals: one from the mental […]

Alliance/Members Meeting – West Suburban Alliance Meeting – What Constitutes American Values Living Room Discussion

Host Organization: West Suburban Alliance-MSP
State/Region: MN
Setting: In-person
Ridgedale Library Room 174 12601 Ridgedale Dr, Minnetonka

BA February 26th Alliance Meeting – What Constitutes American Values/Ideals Have a conversation about “What Constitutes American Values/Ideals” on February 26th - From 6:30 to 8pm at the Ridgedale Library.

Talking Sense Workshop

Host Organization: MN - State
State/Region: MN
Setting: In-person
Woodbury's Central Park - Valley Creek Rooms 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury

During what promises to be a divisive election year, MPR News and the nonprofit organization Braver Angels are partnering to create Talking Sense, an online and in- person platform to help Minnesotans have hard conversations better. On Wednesday, February 27th, we will host an in-person event at Valley Creek Rooms at Central Park in Woodbury, MN, at 6 pm. […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better

Host Organization: Western Washington Alliance
State/Region: WA
Setting: Online

Note: This event is to be attended online. 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 side […]

Red-Blue Fishbowl on Media Information Bubbles

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

The Braver Angels Red Caucus invites Blues, Reds, and Others to a deep dive into the Media contributions to information bubbles and polarization. All Braver Angels members are welcome! Date: Wednesday, February 28 Time: 4p to 6p Pacific/7p Eastern The format will be a single-issue Fishbowl. Six to eight Red and six to eight Blue […]

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