Not sure which Braver Angels experience to try next? Take a quick stroll around the What we do page to learn more about our events. Unless specifically noted otherwise, all of our events are open to the public!
Note: This *FREE* event is to be attended online. In this time of polarization, many of us avoid conversations with others, even in our community, whose perspectives and opinions differ from our own. We worry that any attempts at discussions will devolve into arguments and acrimony, and result in anger and further divisiveness. Braver Angels […]
* Local Focus: Colorado This is the August gathering of community members interested in engaging in civil discourse. We will be hearing from everyone on topics relating to the 2024 presidential election. An alliance member will guide the discussion to foster a productive exchange of views. This event aims to promote respectful dialogue and encourage […]
Local Focus: Southwestern Pennsylvania Join us for an in-person meet and greet at Dad's Pub & Grub in Monroeville. Please plan on purchasing dinner and/or beverages at the restaurant. We will get to know one another and learn about a Braver Angels Event called "Walk A Mile In MY News".
Convention Recap & Immigration Discussion, Part 1 ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
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. We are tempted to regard our own […]
* Restricted Attendance: For trained BA Ambassadors. Monthly meeting for BA Ambassadors, with news and guest speakers to keep you informed.
Meet us for Lunch and a Discussion on current events, politics, and good news. Come tell us how you see it! ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
Come grab a beer or burger with locals from across the political spectrum. We’ll tell you a little about what Braver Angels is up to, kick back and enjoy each other's company. Everyone is welcome. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
* Local Focus: Northeast Ohio Northeast Ohio Alliance Braver Angels Conversations
Restricted Attendance: We must have a "quorum" of 3 people who actually read the book to hold the meeting but participants can attend even if they did not read the book. Register and mark your calendars to join the first meeting of the South-Central Indiana Braver Angels Alliance Book Club on August 21, 2024 at […]
Local Focus: Central /Eastern Washington Alliance of Braver Angels Monthly alliance discussion meeting
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 […]
Local Focus: Indiana Weekly lunch meeting of the BA IN Red/Blue lunch group.
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. We are tempted to regard our own […]
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 […]
* Local Focus: Southern Willamette Valley Camille, managing director of The Compassionate Listening Project, will offer a workshop to help us build our open and accepting BA culture.
As Braver Angels, we love to share with others what we have learned and experienced on our journey. However, the skills to tell our story in 10 seconds or less takes a little shift in perspective and some practice. This workshop will help you develop a short, clear and memorable way to talk about Braver […]
Meet us for Lunch and a Discussion on current events, politics, and good news. Come tell us how you see it! ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
Vince Boileau, a Michigan-based strategic communications and PR practitioner, will provide a Zoom presentation about the impact of media on polarization. Topics will include: - Perception gap studies and the impact of media on what we think others believe vs. what they actually believe. - What questions you can ask to identify media bias from ALL […]
* Restricted Attendance: Braver Angels members only Monthly office hours to ask Elizabeth Doll and other Braver Politics volunteers your questions and connect about what work is ongoing.
CEVA is hosting a "Living Room" conversation on the topic of: "American Creed: What core values do you think Americans fundamentally agree on?" Living Room conversations consist of groups of 4 - 5 responding to 3 prompts. Each member of the group has a timed opportunity to share their thoughts, ending with larger group sharing […]
Come join us for this 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 and what you think. About this Event: Debate on the Border You probably haven’t experienced anything like a Braver Angels Debate. This is a […]
* Restricted Attendance: By email invitation or contact Michael Siegel at msiegel@braverangels.org * Local Focus: Los Angeles County, CA "Rubbing Elbows”: Braver Angels Get-Together House Party
Panel presentation followed by breakout room discussion and Q&A. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
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 […]
Local Focus: Billings, MT 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. We are tempted […]
For our August meeting, we will engage in a Braver Angels YouTube review. Before the meeting, find a video on the Braver Angels YouTube channel, and come ready to discuss what you saw at our meeting.
DISCUSSION: Did the Democrats bypass democracy when they nominated Kamela Harris?
Join us for a 1-hr orientation to learn about the Braver Network State Rep Volunteer Role. After this training you will be completely trained and ready to start working in the role.
Local Focus: Plymouth, MA 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 […]
