Events calendar
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!
Debate Chair Training – Mock Debate
Host Organization: Braver Angels Debates State/Region: - NationalRestricted 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 – Angels of Color Caucus March Meeting
Host Organization: SIG - Angels of Color Caucus Online USJoin us this March for an engaging and meaningful session of the Braver Angels of Color Caucus as we embark on setting the stage for April 2024's discussion topics. This month, we're centering our dialogue on critical themes such as Stress Awareness, Minority Health Awareness, and Autism, alongside other important subjects our members wish to […]
Skills for Bridging the Divide – IN PERSON
Host Organization: Building Bridges Alliance Partner Org(s): Curtis Memorial Library and the Unitarian Universalist Church of Brunswick, Maine State/Region: ME Curtis Memorial Library 23 Pleasant Street, BrunswickLocal Focus: Brunswick, ME Communication Skills for Bridging the Political Divide Workshop About this event There can be a lot of stress among family members and friends who are divided politically, and polarizing public conversations don't help. In this workshop, you will learn and practice skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for […]
Depolarizing Within – IN PERSON
Host Organization: Braver Angels Hudson River Valley Partner Org(s): St. Mary's Episcopal Church-in-the-Highlands State/Region: NY St. Mary' Episcopal Church-in-the-Highland 1 Chestnut Street, Cold SpringA 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 […]
Skills for Bridging the Divide – IN PERSON
Host Organization: Other State/Region: MD Frederick Community College - Student Center 76 E Moser Rd, ThurmontLocal Focus: Frederick County, MD Communication Skills for Bridging the Political Divide Workshop About this event There can be a lot of stress among family members and friends who are divided politically, and polarizing public conversations don't help. In this workshop, you will learn and practice skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search […]
Depolarizing Within – Schools and Communities – ONLINE
Host Organization: Braver Angels State/Region: - NationalPolarization 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 other political party, its leaders, and its policies. This free 2.5 to 3 hour workshop is offered online over Zoom and teaches participants: How to […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – Nevada Alliance Next Meeting
Host Organization: Nevada Statewide Alliance State/Region: NV TBA - Las Vegas Las VegasThe Nevada Alliance advances the Braver Angels' mission of bridging the partisan divide and strengthening our democratic republic. It offers members a way to engage in their communities with each other. Alliances have a Red-Blue balance in their leadership and strive towards a Red-Blue balance in their membership.
Alliance/Members Meeting – Fairfax Alliance Meeting – faith/belief systems discussion
Host Organization: Braver Angels Fairfax County State/Region: VA Falls Church Episcopal Church 166 East Broad Street, Falls Church* Local Focus: Northern Virginia This month's meeting will be an open discussion on how our personal belief systems influence our own political/policy beliefs and highlight topics of greatest concern for follow-up by speakers representing different belief systems in our April meeting.
Alliance/Members Meeting – Greater Cincinnati Alliance Meeting – March 2024
Host Organization: Cincinnati Alliance Group State/Region: OH Lifespring Church 1373 Galbraith Road, CincinnatiGun Control or Gun Rights? Let YOUR Voice Be Heard. Join us for a "Fishbowl" discussion on the topic of gun control and gun rights.
Red Caucus 2nd Tuesday Monthly Meeting
Host Organization: SIG - Red Caucus Online USRestricted Attendance: Red members or subscribers only Red Caucus 2nd Tuesday monthly meeting. All reds are invited.
Military & Veterans Group Welcome Event
Host Organization: Other State/Region: - NationalAre you a military member or veteran and interested in how your fellow vets and service members are working to reduce political polarization in the United States? Come to our Welcome Event and you will learn about Braver Angels and where you can continue your mission of defending the Constitution of the United States against […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – Michigan BA Member Meeting
Host Organization: Braver Angels State/Region: MILocal Focus: Michigan We are inviting all Michigan Braver Angels (BA) to join likeminded neighbors across the state striving to: refresh your depolarizing skills gain support for humanizing those on both sides of the issues form a community where efforts to discover common ground are shared Please join us on the second Tuesday of each […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – Braver Angels – Georgia, March Members Meeting
Host Organization: GA - State State/Region: GA Online US* Local Focus: Georgia General members meeting
Skills For Conversations About Public Policy & Race
Host Organization: MN Congressional Districts 1, 2, & 7 State/Region: MN Owatonna High School 1455 SE 18th Street, OwatonnaFor Reds, Blues, and Others Improve skills for listening to others and expressing your own views on race leading to more productive conversations. Note: This event is to be attended in person. The red/blue divide makes it hard for Americans of all races to reason together and find common ground on important policy issues related […]
Civil Conversations Series – In Person
Host Organization: Braver Angels Arkansas Partner Org(s): Central Arkansas Library System State/Region: AR Fletcher Library 823 N Buchanan St, Little RockLocal Focus: Event will be in person only at Fletcher Library, 823 N Buchanan St, Little Rock, AR 72205 The Civil Conversations series is a monthly event with the following goals: 1) practice and improve civil communications skills while discussing specific topics; 2) identify common ground/common points that people can agree on within a specific […]
Connecting Conversation: US Military Aid to Foreign Countries
Host Organization: Braver Angels Denver State/Region: CO Online USOn one side of the debate, proponents argue that U.S. military aid is essential for promoting global stability, supporting democratic values, fulfilling strategic alliances, combating terrorism, and bolstering economic and technological interests. This perspective emphasizes the role of military aid in deterring aggression from adversarial powers, protecting nations that share democratic ideals, and maintaining the […]
Intro Sessions for Newcomers & New Volunteers
Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance CT State/Region: CTLocal Focus: Connecticut Learn about how citizens and elected officials from across the political spectrum are coming together to bridge the partisan divide, and how you can help too. Bring your questions and enthusiasm. Feel free to join us for Part 1 and/or Part 2, based on your interest: 7:00PM ET — Part 1: For […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – Immigration!
Host Organization: New Hampshire Alliance State/Region: NHCraving a healthy dose of real talk about immigration? Ditch the shouting matches and join our forum, where we bring all viewpoints for honest an conversations. We dissect the myths, tackle the tough questions (tacos vs. poutine, anyone?), and explore the economic, social, and cultural impact of immigration. No matter your stance, share your voice […]
BA Organizer Training – Online
Host Organization: BA National State/Region: - NationalRestricted 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 Community Debate – Should Idaho Adopt Ranked Choice Voting Debate
Host Organization: Braver Angels State/Region: ID Madison Middle School 575 W 7th S, RexburgLocal Focus: Idaho 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 Should Idaho Adopt Ranked Choice Voting Debate? This Braver Angels Debate is an in-person event at Madison Middle School in […]
Forum for Braver Angel Mental Health Professionals
Host Organization: Other State/Region: - NationalRestricted Attendance: Forum is restricted to BA members who are mental health professionals This is a meeting for mental health professionals from across the political spectrum to connect, provide consultation and support to one another for working with clients who have diverse views on politics and social issues.
Red-Blue Workshop – Sessions 1 and 2 ALL DAY – ONLINE
Host Organization: BA National State/Region: - NationalA 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 discussions that reduce stereotyped […]
Skills for Disagreeing Better
Host Organization: San Diego Braver Angels Alliance State/Region: CA Center for Creative Leadership (CCL) - San Diego Campus San DiegoNote: 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 […]
Skills for Disagreeing Better
Host Organization: Monterey Bay Area State/Region: CA Prunedale Public Library Meeting Room 17822 Moro Road, Prundale* Local Focus: Monterey Bay Area 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 […]
Depolarizing Within – IN PERSON
Host Organization: Braver Angels Greater Boston State/Region: MA First Parish of Needham 23 Dedham Ave., NeedhamA 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 […]
Fishbowl – Should We Shut The Border?
Host Organization: Braver Angels Greater Boston State/Region: MA Cambridge Public Library 449 Broadway, CambridgeDuring the fishbowl, a small group sits in the inner circle, and each shares their views. Then, the listeners switch from the outer circle to the inner circle and take their turn. We'll end by asking each person what they learned from the discussion. You'll have a chance to be heard, and to listen to […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – In-Person Alliance Meeting – Atlanta
Host Organization: Braver Angels Atlanta State/Region: GA Edgewood Church Atlanta 1560 Memorial Drive, AtlantaLocal Focus: Atlanta Alliance
SongSquare
State/Region: - NationalMembers 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.
Alliance/Members Meeting – Braver Angels DC Alliance Solutions Exchange: Civility
Host Organization: Braver Angels Washington, DC State/Region: DCWhat is civility, and how can it help us solve polarization? Hear from two experts in the field at our next Solutions Exchange. The Braver Angels DC Alliance Solutions Exchange is the only regular hybrid in-person/online panel discussion in America solely focused on reducing political polarization at scale. This hybrid in-person/online event. Zoom link will […]