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Skills for Disagreeing Better

State/Region: IN
St. Paul's Episcopal Church 2651 California St, Columbus

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 […]

Families and Politics – IN PERSON

Partner Org(s): St. Peters Episcopal Church, Washington, NC
State/Region: NC
St. Peter's Episcopal Church 101 Bonner St., Washington

Family relationships can be casualties of a toxic political environment. Preserve important family bonds while staying true to your values. About this event Family relationships can become casualties of a toxic political environment. Family members are having bitter political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships. If you want to preserve important […]

Depolarizing Within – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: IN
St. Paul's Episcopal Church 2651 California St., Columbus

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
Partner Org(s): Young Professionals
State/Region: UT
The Industry Building 650 South 500 West, Salt Lake City

Restricted Attendance: Young Professionals Organization 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 […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better

Host Organization: State
State/Region: OR
Aurora Presbyterian Church 21553 Liberty Street NE, Aurora

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 […]

Crossing the Continental Divide

Host Organization: BA National
State/Region: - National
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 […]

Depolarizing Within – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): Belvedere Tiburon Library
State/Region: CA
Belvedere Tiburon Library 1501 Tiburon Blvd, Belvedere Tiburon

Local Focus: Northern San Francisco Bay Area 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 […]

Common Ground – Addressing Immigration

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: - National

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 Addressing Immigration. The Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues (4-8 […]

Depolarizing Within – In Person

Host Organization: West Suburban Alliance-MSP
State/Region: MN
Minnetonka City Hall 14600 Minnetonka Boulevard, Minnetonka

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 […]

Alliance/Members Meeting – Wine & Cheese

Host Organization: Central Maryland Braver Angels
State/Region: MD
Brightview Westminster Ridge 505 High Acre Dr., Westminster

This day we celebrate. Locals in the area from Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, and Howard counties have banded together to keep the conversation going - not retreat to safe corners. Since 2022, local reds and blues have done the work of meeting, talking, debating, understanding, and now celebrating. This past April, Carroll County Braver Angels expanded […]

Depolarizing Within

Host Organization: Monterey Bay Area
State/Region: CA
Marina Public Library Community Room 190 Seaside Circle, Marina

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 "inner […]

Being Red in a Blue Environment

Host Organization: State
Partner Org(s): Kenosha Public Library
State/Region: WI
Kenosha Southwest Library 7979 38th Ave, Kenosha

* Local Focus: Kenosha, WI Learn safe and effective ways to communicate conservative values and beliefs in environments where liberal ideas are assumed to be correct. About this event Focus of the workshop This free workshop is for political conservatives who are surrounded by liberals in key areas of life like work, family, social circle, […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Cincinnati Alliance Group
Partner Org(s): Catholic Archdiocese of Cincinnati / Bellarmine Chapel / St. Xavier Church / Xavier University
State/Region: OH
Clocktower Lounge, Gallagher Student Center 3800 Victory Pkwy, Cincinnati

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 […]

Local Community Debate – Greater Cincinnati Alliance Meeting – October 2024

Host Organization: Cincinnati Alliance Group
State/Region: OH
Crossroads Church Oakley 3500 Madison Rd., Cincinnati

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 Resolved: The upcoming elections (From President On Down The Ballot) are the most important in our lifetime.  […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better

Host Organization: State
State/Region: OR
First Presbyterian Church of Woodburn 950 N. Boones Ferry Rd (on the corner of 214), Woodburn

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 […]

Depolarizing Within – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels - Multi State
State/Region: NH
Kilton Library 80 Main Street, West Lebanon

Multi-State event near West Lebanon, NH 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 […]

Film Discussion – “Undivide Us” – Film and Panel Discussion

Host Organization: Westchester Braver Angels Alliance
Partner Org(s): Halston Media
State/Region: NY
Bedford Playhouse 633 Old Post Road, Bedford

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 the political spectrum. We'll be discussing the film Undivide Us. This event will take place at a local theatre/playhouse. It is a […]

Event Series Lunch Chats

Lunch Chats

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: UT
Online US

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

Families and Politics – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): Dakota County Library System
State/Region: MN
Heritage Library 20085 Heritage Drive, Lakeville

Family relationships can be casualties of a toxic political environment. Preserve important family bonds while staying true to your values. About this event Family relationships can become casualties of a toxic political environment. Family members are having bitter political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships. If you want to preserve important […]

On the Ballot! Ranked Choice Voting Civic Dialogue

Host Organization: Oregon Statewide Alliance
State/Region: OR
Online US

* Local Focus: Oregon Note:  Registration is limited due to the interactive nature of this event. The event will be recorded and shared via the Braver Angels Oregon newsletter for those unable to attend us live. Online Event. Join us for an engaging evening focused on Measure 117 Ranked Choice Voting for Federal and State […]

Event Series BA Organizer Training – Online

BA Organizer Training – Online

Host Organization: BA National
State/Region: - National

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

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

Depolarizing Ourselves – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): University of St. Thomas
State/Region: MN
University of St. Thomas 2115 Summit Ave., St. Paul

Note: This free* event is to be attended in person.  Polarization is fueled by how we talk about those on the other side of an issue. Too often, we ridicule, dismiss, or stereotype our fellow citizens. When Braver Angels addresses “polarization,” we are not referring to healthy disagreements over issues or philosophy. We are addressing […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better

Host Organization: State
Partner Org(s): Advocacy Partners of the United Methodist Church
State/Region: IL

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 […]

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