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Braver Conversations with Angels of Color Caucus

Host Organization: Snohomish County Alliance
State/Region: WA

Braver Angels Snohomish County Alliance works with Braver Angels National through its Youth-Inspired, Family-centered Approach to Depolarizing America. Although much of our programming is Afrocentric, as our work is rooted in the necessity of unifying and amplifying underrepresented ethnic minorities in both Braver Angels and America, we welcome all to these conversations. Race relations and […]

Southern Front Range Local Politics: Understanding Our Community

Host Organization: Colorado Southern Front Range Alliance
State/Region: CO

Local Focus: Colorado Join us for a nonpartisan Zoom call on May 11 from 6-9pm to learn about local politics in Colorado, including taxes, property values, water availability, and more. Meet your local officials, learn what they do, and engage in small group discussions about the issues that matter to you. Our goal is to […]

Braver Angels Event Organizer Training Boot Camp

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: - National

This is a live, online training for new and prospective Braver Angels Event Organizers, and an update for experienced Organizers, but all Braver Angels Leaders and Volunteers are welcome! There will be different topics covered in each time slot so you can choose to attend some or all of them. The four hours that cover […]

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

Host Organization: Braver Angels Southeastern Pennsylvania Alliance
State/Region: PA
East Bradford Township Municipal Building 666 Copeland School Road, West Chester

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 discussions that reduce stereotyped […]

Depolarizing Within – In Person

Host Organization: Braver Angels of Central Texas
State/Region: TX
First Unitarian Universalist Church of Austin 4700 Grover Ave, Austin

Local Focus: Greater Austin, TX 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 ridicule […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): South Burlington Library
State/Region: VT
South Burlington Public Library 180 Market St, South Burlington

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 conversation doesn't help. In this workshop you will learn and practice skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common ground, and affirm […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance Capital Region NYS
State/Region: NY
Union College, Stanley O'Brien '74 Center for Collaboration & Engagement East Lane, Schenectady

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 conversation doesn't help. In this workshop you will learn and practice skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common ground, and affirm […]

Members Meeting – Rochester Minnesota Noon Meet and Greet

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: MN
Kinney Creek Brewery 1016 7th St NW, Rochester

Local Focus: Rochester Minnesota Meet BA members in the Rochester Area and discuss: Organizations that may help get the word out about BA in Rochester Locations we might consider holding an in-person meeting Formats for this in-person meeting One-time leaders and topics for this meeting Kinney Creek Brewery 1016 7th St NW, Rochester, MN, 55901 […]

Braver Angels Kids Club Meet and Greet

Host Organization: Snohomish County Alliance
Partner Org(s): League TV Network
State/Region: WA

An information session for parents interested in learning more about the BA Kids Club. What it is, the curriculum used, and desired outcomes. This is your time as parents to provide input and ask questions.

Members Meeting – Rochester Minnesota 4PM Meet and Greet

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: MN
Kinney Creek Brewery 1016 7th St NW, Rochester

Local Focus: Rochester Minnesota Meet BA members in the Rochester Area and discuss: Organizations that may help get the word out about BA in Rochester Locations we might consider holding an in-person meeting Formats for this in-person meeting One-time leaders and topics for this meeting Kinney Creek Brewery 1016 7th St NW, Rochester, MN, 55901 […]

Members Meeting –

State/Region: - National
Online US

** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org

Mixed Skills for Bridging the Divide

Host Organization: Braver Angels San Francisco
Partner Org(s): Rossmoor Braver Angels Club
State/Region: CA
Creekside Club Room 1010 Stanley Dollar Drive, Walnut Creek

Restricted Attendance: Only open to residents of Rossmoor Gated Community with priority given to members of Rossmoor Braver Angels Club Local Focus: Rossmoor, Walnut Creek, CA 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 […]

We the People’s Forum: How do we resolve the “crisis” of fatherlessness?

Host Organization: Braver Angels - Multi-State

Join us for an enlightening discussion on fatherless homes in America with esteemed panelists Stewart Perrilliat and Pastor Ken Gordon. These two exceptional individuals have dedicated their lives to serving their communities and advocating for the importance of fathers in the family structure. Stewart Perrilliat is a Marine veteran, successful businessman, ordained clergy member, and […]

Braver Angels D.C. Alliance May Happy Hour

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: DC
Sudhouse DC 1340 U St NW, Washington

Join Braver Angels members, volunteers, staff, and friends for our monthly D.C. happy hour at Sudhouse, 1340 U ST. NW WASHINGTON D.C 20009

Members Meeting – NW Willamette Valley Braver Angels Alliance Initiation Meeting

Host Organization: NW Willamette Valley Braver Angels Alliance
State/Region: OR
Hillsboro Brookwood Library Multipurpose Room 2850 NE Brookwood Pkwy, Hillsboro

Local Focus: Washington and Yamhill counties of Oregon Calling all Braver Angels in the NW Willamette Valley (OR), to initiate our new local Alliance!

Members Meeting – Member Meeting to discuss “Should the US further restrict access to firearms?”

Host Organization: Braver Angels Lower Susquehanna Alliance
State/Region: PA

Restricted Attendance: Members or residents of the Lower Susquehanna Alliance region who support the "Braver Angels Way." Individuals outside the region will be considered if space allows. Please contact Melissa Gizzi at mgizzi@braverangels.org Local Focus: Lower Susquehanna Alliance (Dauphin, Cumberland, Lancaster, Lebanon & York Counties), PA Member Meeting to discuss the topic "Should the US […]

Forum for Mental Health Professionals: Bridging the Red/Blue Gap in Psychotherapy and Counseling

Host Organization: Other
State/Region: - National

Restricted Attendance: Mental Health Professionals (i.e., psychologists, counselors, psychiatrists, social workers, MFTs, coaches, psychiatric nurses, etc.) This is a meeting for mental health professionals from across the political spectrum to provide information, consultation, and support for working with clients who have diverse views on politics and social issues.

Members Meeting – MN West Suburban Alliance Pizza Social

Host Organization: West Suburban Alliance-MSP
State/Region: MN
Davanni's Pizza & Hot Hoagies 3015 Harbor Ln N, Plymouth

MN West Suburban Alliance Pizza Social ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org

Red/Blue – Session 1

Host Organization: Western Washington Alliance
Partner Org(s): Wider Horizons
State/Region: WA

Local Focus: Western Washington residents Please join us for an intensive online workshop, in two sessions, that will bring together Republican-leaning and Democratic-leaning citizens for structured conversations, with a focus on listening and reflecting rather than debating and persuading. We will use technology to facilitate collaborative discussions and the sharing of ideas. Goals: To better […]

Red/Blue Workshop – All Day; Sessions 1 & 2

Host Organization: Central / Eastern Washington Alliance
State/Region: WA

About this Event Description Join us for a free one-day intensive online 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 thinking, clarify disagreements, build relationships and find common ground through listening and learning rather than declaring and debating. Schedule This […]

Depolarizing Within – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels San Francisco
Partner Org(s): Bridging Divides: El Dorado
State/Region: CA
Cameron Park Community Center. 2502 Country Club Dr, Cameron Park

Local Focus: Residents of El Dorado County, CA 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, […]

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

Host Organization: Craven County Alliance
Partner Org(s): YMCA New Bern
State/Region: NC
YMCA New Bern 100 YMCA Lane, New Bern

Local Focus: Craven County, Pamlico County, Carteret County, New Hanover County, Beaufort County 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 […]

Common Ground for Ensuring Trustworthy Elections – Online

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

Local Focus: Preference for South Carolina Residents Equal numbers of conservatives and liberals discuss election procedures to find joint and unanimously held points of agreement. Join us for an online Common Ground Workshop on: Trustworthy Elections This Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues (4-8 […]

Braver Angels of Michigan – Popcorn in the Park

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: MI
Elkenburg Park 309 Elkenburg St, South Haven

Local Focus: South Haven Area Join Braver Angels of Michigan on Saturday May 20 for ‘Popcorn in the Park' – a free event happening in South Haven, Michigan. You're invited! Get-together with neighbors and friends who want to build deeper connections across the political divide. Our democracy is about people who want to bring together […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide – Online

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

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 conversation doesn't help. In this workshop you will learn and practice skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common ground, and affirm […]

Common Ground – Trustworthy Elections

Host Organization: Sonoma County Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): CA - Bay Area Superalliance
State/Region: CA

Local Focus: California Equal numbers of conservatives and liberals discuss election procedures to find joint and unanimously held points of agreement. Join us for an online Common Ground Workshop on: Trustworthy Elections This Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues (4-8 of each) - to […]

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