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A forum for songwriters to share music an ideas for bridging the divide and depolarize America.
Explore tools to support better workflows for writing, as well as live streaming and stage performances.
Join us each Wednesday from 5-6pm PT (8-9pm ET) to learn about the responsibilities and rewards of being a Braver Angels event organizer. Starting on the first Wednesday, each week has a different focus and you will be able to ask questions and get support from experienced BA Organizers. Once you have completed the 4 …
Local Focus: Wilmington NC and the surrounding area Are you tired of political polarization? We are too. Come be a part of the solution. Join us for our local Braver Angels Meet & Greet! News, social media, and politicians tell us that every American is far right or far left with no common ground. Braver Angels shows that's not true. Braver Angels …
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Prior to the meeting, we will independently select and watch a video on the Braver Angels YouTube channel. At the meeting, we will take turns discussing what we chose to watch and what we learned from it.
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 …
Online Advertising for Musicians (FB to TikTok)
Monthly meeting for Angels of Color Caucus members and the greater Braver Angels Community. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org
Equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals take a deep dive into a chosen issue to find joint and unanimously held Points of Agreements. This is a workshop to develop agreed upon ways to rebuild trust between ordinary citizens and public health leaders. About this event Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on Rebuilding Trust …
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Restricted Attendance: Members of Braver Angels who have completed Ambassador Training As Ambassadors for Braver Angels, we love to share with others what we have learned and experienced on our journey. However, the skills to tell our story in 10 seconds or less takes a little shift in perspective and some practice. This workshop will …
Elevator Speech workshop for BA Ambassadors – Online Read More »
The Contest Finale where we celebrate a week of bridge-building, go over highlights of the week, take a look at what lies ahead for the BA Music community, and...oh yeah, ANNOUNCE THE SONG CONTEST WINNER!
A special America’s Public Forum event, presented by the Braver Angels D.C. Project. 6-9pm, June 6th, at The Hamilton Restaurant's Loft. The Braver Angels DC Project invites you to its fifth America’s Public Forum of 2023, held in-person only at The Hamilton Restaurant in downtown Washington D.C. Join us for the panel from 6-8pm on Tuesday, June 6th, 2023 followed by …
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Restricted Attendance: These meetings are intended for U.S. active duty military, U.S. guard and reserves, and U.S. military veterans. The mission of the Braver Angels Military/Veterans Group is to bring together veterans, individuals whose military service has instilled the importance of unity, teamwork, and a country-first mentality. These values and behaviors complement what Braver Angels …
Join us each Wednesday from 5-6pm PT (8-9pm ET) to learn about the responsibilities and rewards of being a Braver Angels event organizer. Starting on the first Wednesday, each week has a different focus and you will be able to ask questions and get support from experienced BA Organizers. Once you have completed the 4 …
Join Braver Angels for our monthly D.C. happy hour at Cubano's Bethesda at 4907 Cordell Ave. The closest metro station is Bethesda.
Learn safe and effective ways to communicate liberal values and beliefs in environments where conservative ideas are assumed to be correct. Focus of the workshop: This workshop is for political liberals who are surrounded by conservatives in key areas of life like work, family, social circle, religion, or community. This free 3-hour on-line workshop is …
A Braver Politics Workshop that lowers the stress of difficult conversations w/ constituents across divides & helps you find common ground. Note: This event is to be attended online. Elected officials and staff frequently communicate with constituents and colleagues with different points of view. With communities becoming more politically polarized and public dialogue becoming more …
Local Focus: New Mexico 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 …
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Local Focus: Cook County, Illinois Lunch, Conversation with Neighbors, and Skills for Bridging The Divide 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 …
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Braver Angels Debate, open to BA members and the general public! Held at the MLK Library in D.C., Monday June 12th, 6-8pm.
Local Focus: Washington State A welcome social for new and potential Braver Angels in Washington State. Have you ever told someone about Braver Angels and they seem pretty interested until you suggest a 4-hour workshop on a Saturday? Well, we have just the thing for you… Join us for an informal meet and greet and …
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 Resolved: Higher education standards should balance Academic Freedom with the Societal Values of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. You probably haven’t experienced anything like …
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Join us each Wednesday from 5-6pm PT (8-9pm ET) to learn about the responsibilities and rewards of being a Braver Angels event organizer. Starting on the first Wednesday, each week has a different focus and you will be able to ask questions and get support from experienced BA Organizers. Once you have completed the 4 …
Bring your authentic self to discuss one of the most debated topics in our political and cultural discourse. Listen to others you may disagree with, learn and acknowledge their perspective, and offer yours, in this civil space.
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 …
Join Braver Angels to debate. About this event Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – "Resolved: Braver Angels should focus on creating better fights, not harmony." Come join us for this free national debate, in which all participants from across the ideological spectrum will have an opportunity to speak and ask their …
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Guns: What needs to be done—by whom? An informed discussion of diverse viewpoints. Prepare ahead by researching an event that typifies the “real” problem, as you see it.
Restricted Attendance: Mental Health Professionals Only This is a meeting for mental health professionals from across the political spectrum to provide information, consultation, and support to one another for working with clients who have diverse views on politics and social issues. June 16th Topic: Discussion of the article "How Therapists Became Social Justice Warriors" by Lisa …
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Join us each Wednesday from 5-6pm PT (8-9pm ET) to learn about the responsibilities and rewards of being a Braver Angels event organizer. Starting on the first Wednesday, each week has a different focus and you will be able to ask questions and get support from experienced BA Organizers. Once you have completed the 4 …
Local Focus: Central /Eastern Washington Alliance of Braver Angels Monthly alliance discussion meeting
Local Focus: Washington State Where Do You Get Your News? This is an opportunity to share news sources with other alliance members. What sources do you turn to? How do you decide who to trust? Or have you chosen to unplug? Washington State members and non-members are invited to join this Alliance discussion and learn …
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Local Focus: Washington and Yamhill Counties, Oregon Monthly member meeting ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org
Local Focus: Wilmington, NC and the surrounding area 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 …
Is being “woke” a good or a bad thing? This is currently a topic of significant debate in America, and the term has very different connotations and meanings depending on each person’s point of view. In this environment, the Silicon Valley Braver Angels Alliance is holding an informal 90 minute conversation during which people with …
Local Focus: Preference for SC residents 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. The Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals …
Learn safe and effective ways to communicate liberal values and beliefs in environments where conservative ideas are assumed to be correct. Focus of the workshop: This workshop is for political liberals who are surrounded by conservatives in key areas of life like work, family, social circle, religion, or community. This free 3-hour on-line workshop is …
Often we don't truly understand someone until we learn more about them. It's only when we hear about their childhood or another life-changing experience that we can move past the abstract and truly say, "I see where you're coming from!" This is why Braver Angels encourages members to share (and listen to) personal experiences. To …
Tell me about yourself: Story Exchange with Narrative 4 – In Person Read More »
Braver Discussion: The Ohio Abortion Referendum
Join us for the next Solutions Exchange event, Social Media Reform and Regulation to Reduce Polarization, hosted by the Braver Angels DC Alliance. Panelists Jonathon Hauenschild of the Foundation for American Innovation and Jamie Neikrie of the Council for Responsible Social Media at Issue One will discuss policies and approaches that may reduce or even reverse social media's impacts on polarization. DC Alliance Co-chair …
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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 …
Local Focus: WA WWA Discussion Meeting: Immigration and the Border Crisis
Join us each Wednesday from 5-6pm PT (8-9pm ET) to learn about the responsibilities and rewards of being a Braver Angels event organizer. Starting on the first Wednesday, each week has a different focus and you will be able to ask questions and get support from experienced BA Organizers. Once you have completed the 4 …
Prior to the meeting, we will independently select and watch a video on the Braver Angels YouTube channel. At the meeting, we will take turns discussing what we chose to watch and what we learned from it.
Should Ohioans increase the threshold of passage for Proposed Amendments to the Ohio Constitution? Please join us for the June Southwest Ohio Alliance meeting! Utilizing Braver Angels’ principles, we will engage in a "Braver Discussion" about the upcoming August Special Election regarding an amendment to our state constitution. This event will include small group discussions …
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Local Focus: Southeastern Pennsylvania After two successful events this spring - including our first Red/Blue workshop - Pennsylvania's newest alliance will hold its first organizational meeting on Thursday, June 29. If you're from Philadelphia or the surrounding counties, we invite you to join us as we all share our Braver Angels stories. We will plan …
Members Meeting – Southeastern Pennsylvania Alliance Inaugural Meeting – In Person Read More »
Monthly meeting for Angels of Color Caucus members and the greater Braver Angels Community. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org
Local Focus: Southern California Get beyond the stories we tell about each other to discover the truth, and create a forum to discuss our viewpoints without judgment. About this event Please join us for an intensive in person workshop, in two sessions, that will bring together Republican-leaning and Democratic-leaning citizens for structured conversations, with a …
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 …
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