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National Film Club discussion of “The Coddling of the American Mind”

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

Watch 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 […]

Forum for Braver Angel Mental Health Professionals (No July Meeting)

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

 * * We are taking the months of June and July off.  See you on August 16 when we resume meeting.  Have a great summer!    Restricted Attendance: This forum is open to mental health professionals, including psychologists, social workers, psychiatrists, marriage and family therapists, psychiatric nurses, life coaches, registered counselors, and school counselors. Join […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better – IN PERSON

Host Organization: San Diego Braver Angels Alliance
State/Region: CA
Setting: In-person
Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Library 9005 Aero Dr, San Diego

Local Focus: San Diego and Southern California Note: This event is to be attended in person. 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. […]

Braver Angels at the Washington County Fair!

Host Organization: NW Willamette Valley Braver Angels Alliance
Partner Org(s): Cure.PNW
State/Region: OR
Setting: In-person
Washington County Fair, Booth #422 Hillsboro

* Local Focus: Oregon's Washington and Yamhill Counties Our Fair Booth, #422, located inside, near the concessions, will focus on the issues that underlie the Rural/Urban Divide. We will be there at least 5-midnight each day from 7/19 through 7/28/24, and starting at 10AM on the weekends. Come visit us and inform our Rural/Urban outreach […]

Managing Difficult Conversations

Host Organization: Other
State/Region: OR
Setting: In-person
Scappoose Public Library Scappoose

* Local Focus: Columbia County, Oregon Navigating Difficult Conversations (Handling the challenge among family, friends, neighbors, and colleagues) mini-workshop along with some discussion time. Note: This event is to be attended in person. Note: This session serves as both an introduction to Braver Angels, as well as a “mini-experience” of what happens in our longer […]

A Crash Course to becoming a BA Organizer

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

Restricted Attendance: Attendees should have completed the "Introduction to becoming a BA Organizer" breakout session at Convention 2024 or have attended the first Organizer training session. Register here for Wednesday July 10th at 4.30pm. This is a live, online Organizer training, and part of the requirement to be qualified as a BA Organizer. We will […]

Discussion: BA Debates Team Volunteer Opportunities

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

Are you a Braver Angels member interested in getting more involved in and volunteering with the Debates Team? If so, join us to learn about potential opportunties. From special project support, to roles on the National Debate Executive Committee and debate leadership roles such as Debate Chair and Chamberlain, there is something for everyone. Come […]

Red and Blue Game Night

Host Organization: Western Washington Alliance
State/Region: WA
Setting: In-person
Robert J. Drewel Building Rockefeller Avenue 3000, Everett

* Local Focus: Snohomish County, Washington Red and Blue Game Night is a free night of laughter, camaraderie, and friendship! It's the perfect opportunity to connect beyond political labels and forge meaningful relationships. Let's show that despite our differences, we can come together for an evening of unity and fellowship. The Western Washington Alliance aims […]

Alliance/Members Meeting – What’s the Best System? Private Enterprise or Government Regulation?

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

The debate over private enterprise versus government regulation is multifaceted, with various arguments on both sides. Regulations can protect public health, safety, and the environment. Market failures, consumer protections and stability are regulatory goals. On the other hand, excessive regulations, bureaucracy, and unintended consequences can cause higher prices and reduce competition. Finding the right balance […]

Braver Angels Social Event

Host Organization: Ely Alliance
State/Region: MN
Setting: In-person
SamZ Place Winton Road 1225, Ely

Happy Hour with snacks, chats, and beer (or NA beverages) ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

Managing Difficult Conversations – Braver Politics

Host Organization: MT - State
State/Region: MT
Setting: Online

* Local Focus: Montana A 1-hour workshop called Navigating Difficult Conversations (Handling the challenge among family, friends, neighbors, and colleagues) along with some discussion time. Note: This event is to be attended online. Note: This session serves as both an introduction to Braver Angels, as well as a “mini-experience” of what happens in our longer […]

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 […]

Braver Angels Indiana Red/Blue Weekly Lunch

Host Organization: Braver Angels of South Central Indiana
State/Region: IN
Setting: Online

Local Focus: Indiana Weekly lunch meeting of the BA IN Red/Blue lunch group.

Crossing the Continental Divide

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

Note: This event is to be attended online via Zoom. Tickets are free. To prevent spam registrations, use promo code BRAVER. Crossing the Continental Divide provides participants with an introduction to Braver Angels and an overview of its principles. During this presentation participants will: Participate in two brief activities (one taken directly from the Depolarizing […]

Braver Angels Monthly Social

Host Organization: Braver Angels of Wilmington NC
State/Region: NC
Setting: In-person
Flying Machine Brewing Company 3130 Randall Pkwy, Wilmington

Come hang out with local Braver Angels from across the political spectrum. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

Restoring Trust in Our Elections Town Hall: What Conservatives and Liberals Agree On

Host Organization: Western North Carolina Braver Angels Alliance
State/Region: NC
Setting: In-person
Skyland United Methodist Church 1984 Hendersonville Rd.28803, Asheville

* Local Focus: Western North Carolina Conservatives and liberals distrust our electoral system for vastly different reasons—from voter fraud and election security to voter suppression and peaceful transfer of power. Leading up to the 2024 election, Braver Angels worked to rebuild this trust by seeking solutions supported by people across the political spectrum. As a […]

Walk a Mile in My News

Host Organization: Central Maryland Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): The Community Media Center of Carroll County
State/Region: MD
Setting: In-person
The Community Media Center of Carroll County 1301 Washington Rd., Westminster

Our news sources impact how we see the world. As a result, staying within our own opinion “echo chambers” may limit our understanding of complex issues and may contribute to polarization. Walk a Mile in My News participants trade news sources, take notes of observations, and discuss with each other. ** This event is open […]

Common Ground – Crime and Policing – IN PERSON

Host Organization: West Suburban Alliance-MSP
State/Region: MN
Setting: In-person
Charlson Meadows 1601 MN-7, Victoria

Equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals 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 Crime and Policing. The Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues […]

Alliance/Members Meeting – Central/Eastern Virginia Alliance Meeting

Host Organization: VA State
State/Region: VA
Setting: Online
Online US

* Local Focus: Central/Eastern Virginia This meeting continues discussions about formally launching a new alliance in Central/Eastern Virginia. All current and potential members in the region are welcome.

Film Discussion – Abortion Debate & Film Screening: The Basement Talks

Host Organization: Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): Mrs. Utah American - Stacie Proctor
State/Region: UT
Setting: In-person
Personal Home Holladay

Braver Angels Debate on Abortion and Film Screening for The Basement Talks followed by a discussion and Q&A with the film creators. 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 […]

Is the Administrative State a Threat to our Democracy?

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

Public discussion in breakout rooms. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

Alliance/Members Meeting – Braver Angels West Virginia Alliance Meeting for July 2024

Host Organization: Braver Angels West Virginia Alliance
State/Region: WV
Setting: Online
Online US

Sometime before this meeting, at your own convenience, we invite you to check out the Braver Angels YouTube channel, and watch any video of your choosing. Then, at our meeting, we plan to take turns discussing our chosen video and what our takeaways are for depolarization.

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 […]

Braver Angels Indiana Red/Blue Weekly Lunch

Host Organization: Braver Angels of South Central Indiana
State/Region: IN
Setting: Online

Local Focus: Indiana Weekly lunch meeting of the BA IN Red/Blue lunch group.

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