** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org From a series of events bridging the worlds of ideas and depolarization, hosted by Braver Angels and friends, "America's Public Forum." event registration link -- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/apf-race-rights-and-black-america-ft-rakim-brooks-and-coleman-hughes-tickets-159909380261 What are the major narratives American society tells itself about race in general, and […]
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| 0 events, | 1 event, - 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 […] | 2 events, - NOTE- This APF event has had to be postponed, and will no longer occur on July 7th. We will look forward to rescheduling it as soon as possible. Another APF event will happen on July 7th, which we will announce soon; this rescheduled one will happen in the coming weeks. We apologize for the inconvenience. […] - This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org From a series of events bridging the worlds of ideas and depolarization, hosted by Braver Angels and friends, "America's Public Forum." https://www.eventbrite.com/e/americas-public-forum-practical-politics-for-political-minorities-tickets-162091719697?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch Ever feel like your views are unpopular in the communities you inhabit? Ever have to get things done with […] | 0 events, | 0 events, | 1 event, - ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org Join us for a live demonstration of Bill Doherty helping family members divided by politics learn new tools for connecting and communicating. | 0 events, |
| 1 event, | 3 events, - A special edition of America's Public Forum, co-hosted by American Purpose and Braver Angels. Registration link- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/americas-public-forum-the-failures-of-federalism-tickets-160082445905?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch Join American Purpose and Braver Angels for a special edition of America's Public Forum, where American Purpose senior editor Suzanne Garment will interview professor Donald F. Kettl on his new book, The Divided States of America: Why Federalism Doesn't Work. We are honored to partner with American Purpose […] - What are the limits of what we want the police to do? Do we want police being responsible for responding to mental health crises or do we want medical professionals going out instead? Should the police always be the ones mediating family disputes or are there times a social worker would be better? Come join […] - Local Focus: Utah There's a lot of stress these days among family members and friends who are divided politically, and the current polarized public conversation doesn't help. Please join us for a Braver Angels Skills for Bridging the Divide Workshop and learn skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common ground, and […] | 1 event, ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org From a series of events bridging the worlds of ideas and depolarization, hosted by Braver Angels and friends, "America's Public Forum." Check back often for the subject and registration link for this week's forum. Thank you. | 1 event, - Join Braver Angels Thurs July 15 @ 8 pm EDT to experience a debate on the topic: “America is a racist nation.” Click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/national-debate-racism-in-america-registration-160031210659 Braver Angels debates are not your traditional debate where you seek to “beat” your opponent; they are a collective search for truth. If you’ve never been to a […] | 0 events, | 2 events, - Restricted Attendance: Open to the public Local Focus: Western Washington Fellowship of Reconciliation 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 […] Why we need this workshop Conversations between White people about race are nearly as broken as conversations between Whites and Blacks, often descending into “Just listen to me explain racism to you” and “Don’t call me a racist!” Many White Americans have trouble sustaining conversations on issues such as affirmative action, police reform, reparations, and […] | 1 event, 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. |
| 0 events, | 1 event, - Local Focus: Minnesota Braver Angels ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org Minnesota State Braver Angels Alliance Meeting | 1 event, ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org From a series of events bridging the worlds of ideas and depolarization, hosted by Braver Angels and friends, "America's Public Forum." Check back often for the subject and registration link for this week's forum. Thank you. | 2 events, - Now open to the public! There's a lot of stress these days among family members and friends who are divided politically, and the current polarized public conversation doesn't help. Please join us for a Braver Angels Skills for Bridging the Divide Workshop and learn skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common […] - Film Discussion: 10 Rules for Dealing with the Police Hosted by the North Texas Alliance. Everyone is welcome! How should you handle an involuntary police encounter? Do you know the risks and how to avoid them? Flex Your Rights, a libertarian leaning organization, suggests 10 rules to keep you safe and protect your rights. Join […] | 1 event, - Skills for Bridging the Divide Workshop (part of The Elkins-Randolph County Public Library’s project “Hearing and Being Heard Across Divides”) Restricted Attendance: Elkins-Randolph County, West Virginia residents Local Focus: Elkins-Randolph County, West Virginia There's a lot of stress these days among family members and friends who are divided politically, and the current polarized public conversation […] | 2 events, - Family relationships are becoming casualties of our toxic political environment. Family members are having nasty political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships. If you want to preserve important family bonds while still being true to your values and political beliefs, this workshop will offer you: Insight into why family differences over […] - This event is open to media upon approval. Contact-- Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org A special America's Public Forum event, co-hosted by Civic Renaissance, the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, and Braver Angels. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/apf-discussing-democracy-in-america-what-tocqueville-can-teach-us-today-tickets-162097236197?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch On his yearlong visit to America in 1831, French aristocrat Alexis de Tocqueville drew insights on American life—insights originally published for a French […] | 2 events, - Braver Angels hosts a discussion of two books, Caste by Isabel Wilkerson and Discrimination and Disparities by Thomas Sowell. These book represent two different perspectives on the prosperity and power gap between racial groups in America. We encourage people to read both books and participate in the discussion. For people who haven't done the reading, […] - Why we need this workshop Conversations between White people about race are nearly as broken as conversations between Whites and Blacks, often descending into “Just listen to me explain racism to you” and “Don’t call me a racist!” Many White Americans have trouble sustaining conversations on issues such as affirmative action, police reform, reparations, and […] |
| 1 event, - ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org Homelessness. Surge in suicides. Overdoses. Deaths of despair. The headlines sound familiar—and overwhelming. But what is at the root of these crises in America? What can be done? And could focusing on these challenges help us overcome political polarization? Join […] | 1 event, About this Event Description Join us for a free two-part 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 In […] | 3 events, New and Prospective Organizer Orientation Meeting This meeting is for new and prospective organizers and takes place on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 7-8pm EST. At the orientations, we explain the responsibilities and rewards of being an organizer, answer questions, and show newcomers how to navigate the website to access helpful resources. ** […] ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org From a series of events bridging the worlds of ideas and depolarization, hosted by Braver Angels and friends, "America's Public Forum." Check back often for the subject and registration link for this week's forum. Thank you. - ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org | 2 events, About this Event Description Join us for a free two-part 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 In […] - Local Focus: Rhode Island 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 […] | 0 events, | 1 event, - 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 […] | 0 events, |