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Skills for Disagreeing Better – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): Milwaukee Alliance (still generating)
State/Region: WI
Setting: In-person
759 N. Milwaukee Street North Milwaukee Street 759, Milwaukee

Local Focus: Milwaukee and surrounding 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 […]

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“Give Your Elevator Speech A Lift” – learn how to craft your Elevator Speech

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: - National
Setting: Online

How do you respond when someone asks, “What is Braver Angels all about?” or “Why do you belong to Braver Angels?” Every organization and its members need an Elevator Speech, a clear, concise, and memorable response. In this interactive workshop, Lorraine Howell, author of Give Your Elevator Speech a Lift! will take you through her […]

Alliance/Members Meeting – Historical Perspectives on How We Got as Polarized as We Are

Host Organization: Braver Angels of South Central Indiana
State/Region: IN
Setting: Online
Online US

* Local Focus: This is a meeting of the South Central Indiana Alliance but all are welcome. In our life time, as a country we have never been more polarized. We will listen to a panel discussion and then discuss our perspectives on how we got as polarized as we are today.

Alliance/Members Meeting – Chicagoland Braver Angels Alliance Meeting

Host Organization: Chicagoland Braver Angels Alliance
State/Region: IL
Setting: In-person
LaBagh Woods Chicago

Please join our June in-person Chicagoland Braver Angels Alliance Meeting! After an update on local/national events, a polarization spotlight, and a warmup in pairs, we will engage in conversation about the American Dream.

Depolarizing Within

Host Organization: NW Willamette Valley Braver Angels Alliance
State/Region: OR
Setting: In-person
Council Chambers Northeast 2nd Street 200, McMinnville

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 […]

Depolarizing Within

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

SongFaire

Host Organization: BA National - Music
State/Region: - National
Setting: Online
Online US

BA SongFaire is a quarterly event for Braver Angels musicians to share songs with one another and with a wider audience online. The songs can be originals, or songs that you discovered that connect well with the mission of Braver Angels. Our first SongFaire will be on Sunday, June 2, at 2-3:30 pm Pacific time […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels
Partner Org(s): Douglasville First United Methodist Church
State/Region: GA
Setting: In-person
Douglasville First United Methodist Church Prestley Mill Road 6167, Douglasville

Local Focus: Georgia 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 […]

Film Discussion – Join or Die – In Person

Host Organization: New Hampshire Alliance
State/Region: NH
Setting: In-person
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church Gould Road 52, New London

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 […]

Rhode Island Alliance – Intro to Braver Angels

Host Organization: Braver Angels Rhode Island Alliance
State/Region: RI
Setting: Online
Online US

* Local Focus: Rhode Island Join us for a 30 minute info session and get to know us better! Learn about our mission and upcoming plans, and consider joining the Alliance to reduce polarization.

June 2024 Debate Chair Forum

Host Organization: BA National - Debates
State/Region: - National
Setting: Online
Online US

* Restricted Attendance: Restricted to Debate Chairs and those who have begun the training process (by completing at least step 1- the training Ecourse) Are you a Braver Angels Debate Chair or Chair-in-training? If so, join us for the next Braver Angels Debate Chair Forum. This space will be an opportunity for debate chairs and […]

Event Series Lunch Chats

Lunch Chats

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

Lunchtime discussion on key political issues. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org

BA Organizer Training – Online

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

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
Setting: Online

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

Skills for Disagreeing Better – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: MA
Setting: In-person
First Parish Unitarian Universalist Massachusetts Avenue 630, Arlington

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 […]

Film Discussion – Dinner and a movie – Join or Die

State/Region: MA
Setting: In-person
19 Carter Carter Street 19, Berlin

Local Focus: Massachusetts We'll be discussing the film Join or Die. Join or Die is a film about why you should join a club—and why the fate of America depends on it. Follow the story of America's civic unraveling through the journey of Robert Putnam, whose legendary "Bowling Alone" research into American community decline may […]

Skills for Bridging the Divide – IN PERSON

Host Organization: Braver Angels Moorestown
Partner Org(s): Mount Holly Friends Meeting
State/Region: NJ
Setting: In-person

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 common ground, and affirm […]

Alliance/Members Meeting – “Is Economic Equality the Goal?”

Host Organization: Central Maryland Braver Angels
State/Region: MD
Setting: In-person
Brightview Westminster Ridge High Acre Drive 505, Westminster

Does every American have an equal shot at the American Dream? Why is the wealth gap so large - and should we seek to close that gap? What constitutional rights do we have to do so? These are some of the many questions that may be discussed. The magic of Braver Angels events is the […]

Alliance/Members Meeting – Facilitated Discussion re: Gun Regulations

Host Organization: Northern MN Alliance
State/Region: MN
Setting: In-person
Bent Paddle Brewery 1832 West Michigan Street, Duluth

Local Focus: Twin Ports Area Northern Alliance Facilitated Discussion ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org

Film Discussion – Grab your own grub and watch Join or Die – why you should join a club…and why the fate of America depends on it.

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: MA
Setting: Online

Local Focus: Massachusetts 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 Join or Die (2023). Join or Die is a film about […]

Alliance/Members Meeting – Greater Cincinnati Alliance Meeting – June 2024

Host Organization: Cincinnati Alliance Group
State/Region: OH
Setting: In-person
Lifespring Christian Church West Galbraith Road 1373, Cincinnati

Democracy, Extremism, and Outliers We will read the following paragraph: Under democratic governance structures, people enjoy freedom to believe as they choose, speak freely and advocate for their beliefs. Individuals like Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton led the movement giving women the right to vote, and were seen as “extremist.” Another “extremist", Frederick […]

New York City Members Meeting

Host Organization: New York City Alliance
State/Region: NY
Setting: Online
Online US

* Local Focus: New York City Are you a member of the Braver Angels NYC Alliance? Are you interested in becoming one? Come join us for our New York City Members Meeting! Learn more how you can get involved and connect with other Braver Angels members throughout this great city.

Event Series Talking Politics Meetup

Talking Politics Meetup

Host Organization: Braver Angels of the Southern Willamette Valley
State/Region: OR
Setting: In-person
Oakshire Public House Madison Street 207, Eugene

Local Focus: Eugene & Springfield Area (Southern Willamette Valley), Oregon For folks who want to understand what divides us. This is a get-together for the open-minded. Pull up a chair and let's have some respectful and civil discourse about what led you to believe what you believe and vote for what you vote for. Maybe […]

Skills for Disagreeing Better – In Person

State/Region: MN
Setting: In-person
White Bear Lake School District Center Bloom Avenue 4855, White Bear Lake

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 […]

Film Discussion – Join or Die! Why you should join a club…and why the fate of America depends on it.

Host Organization: Braver Angels
State/Region: MA
Setting: Online

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 Join or Die (2023). Discuss the film: Join or Die. A film about why […]

Event Series Military & Veterans Group Welcome Event

Military & Veterans Group Welcome Event

Host Organization: Other
State/Region: - National
Setting: Online

Are 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 […]

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