Past Events from 05/09/2023 – 05/25/2023 – Page 9 – Braver Angels

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“Depolarizing Within” Workshop – Online

Host Organization: Europe - Braver Angels Alliance - Europe
State/Region: Europe
Online

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 […]

Intro Sessions for Newcomers & New Volunteers

Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance CT
State/Region: CT

Local 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 […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide – Online

Host Organization: Europe - Braver Angels Alliance - Europe
State/Region: Europe
Online

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 […]

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 […]

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 –

State/Region: - National
Online US

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

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 […]

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.

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Event Series SongSquare

SongSquare

State/Region: - National

Members 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.

Members Meeting – Engaging Young Voters! What Works?

Host Organization: Building Bridges Alliance
Partner Org(s): Maine Youth Voters
State/Region: ME

Let’s meet and talk about younger voters! What does the data tell us about voter participation? How can we better engage younger voters? ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org

Echo Chambers, Bubbles, and Political Discourse: Is there a Problem?

Host Organization: New Hampshire Alliance
State/Region: NH

Braver Angels NH Alliance has created a forum for sharing thoughts about online political discourse, including consideration of the benefits and possible dangers of online discourse, what is accomplished through these media formats, and is social media serving us well as a means of communicating our individual political thoughts.

Film Discussion – The Trans Teen Trend: A Case of Social Contagion?

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: - National

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 […]

Book Discussion – In Search of Braver Angels

Host Organization: Europe - Braver Angels Alliance - Europe
State/Region: Europe
Online

Join us for a lively 1.5 hour long discussion on In Search of Braver Angels by David Blankenhorn Can our American experiment in ordered liberty survive our current afflictions of vanishing social trust and escalating political rancor? Author David Blankenhorn worries that it cannot and believes that our great task is to see that it […]

Cultivating Compassion Workshop Series: Holding Fire and Water Simultaneously

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

Join us for a transformative workshop on recognizing and acknowledging conflicting emotions in racial healing and political depolarization. This workshop will provide practical skills for navigating complex emotions related to these challenging issues. In addition, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the impact of polarization and racism on individuals and communities and learn how […]

Common Ground – Trustworthy Elections

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: - National

Restricted Attendance: Trustworthy Elections Task Force members via invitation only 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 Trustworthy Elections. Trustworthy Elections Task Force workshop - Voter ID The […]

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