Local Focus: Tennessee A monthly statewide meeting for members and friends of the Memphis Area Alliance, Nashville Braver Angels , and the East Tennessee Alliance in order to meet one another, share ideas and suggestions for impact and move our mission of depolarizing forward.
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1 event, | 2 events, - * Local Focus: Skamania & Klickitat Counties, Washington and Hood River & Wasco Counties, OregonAlliance monthly meeting, including 1-on-1 "hot topic" dialog practice ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org - * Local Focus: Ely, MN Family relationships can be casualties of a toxic political environment. Preserve important family bonds while staying true to your values. About this event Family relationships can become casualties of a toxic political environment. Family members are having bitter political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships. If […] | 0 events, | 0 events, | 2 events,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: This event will be held in Bloomington, Indiana Both the Democrat and Republican Conventions are coming. The Republican Convention will start July 15 in Minneapolis and the Democratic Convention will begin August 19 in Chicago. We all have expectations for these conventions. The primary purpose of these conventions is to present the platform […] | 1 event, - * Local Focus: Baton Rouge, LA Family relationships can be casualties of a toxic political environment. Preserve important family bonds while staying true to your values. About this event Family relationships can become casualties of a toxic political environment. Family members are having bitter political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships. […] | |
| 0 events, | 7 events,Restricted Attendance: Red members or subscribers only Red Caucus 2nd Tuesday monthly meeting. All reds are invited. 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 […] - * Local Focus: Wilmington, NC Come join us for this debate, in which all participants from across the ideological spectrum will have an opportunity to speak and ask their questions. Tell us what you have experienced and what you think. About this Event Resolved: The US Should Prioritize Balancing the National Budget You probably haven’t […] | 3 events,Local Focus: Event will be in person only at Fletcher Library, 823 N Buchanan St, Little Rock, AR 72205 The Civil Conversations series is a monthly event with the following goals: 1) practice and improve civil communications skills while discussing specific topics; 2) identify common ground/common points that people can agree on within a specific […] 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 […] - | 1 event, - Intro to Braver Angels - Film Viewing and Discussion ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org | 0 events, | 4 events, - Local Focus: Inland Empire, California This online workshop focuses on Braver Angels communication skills for people who engage in political conversation on social media. About this event The Need: Social Media posts are often highly polarizing. Skills for Social Media is an online workshop designed to improve the culture of posts and conversations in social […] - Our news sources impact how we see the world. As a result, staying within our own opinion “echo chambers” may limit our understanding of complex issues and may contribute to polarization. In Walk a Mile in My News, participants pair up and share news stories and sources that perhaps their partner has never been exposed […] - About this Event Description 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 […] | 2 events, - Who do our officials actually work for? Do you feel your voice matters in the halls of power? If not, what has gone wrong? Is our political system in need of repair? These are some of the many questions that may be discussed. The magic of Braver Angels events is the comradery, the pleasant surprise […] - Are you disheartened by the unproductive vitriol in politics today? Do you want to start having healthier conversations around difficult topics? Braver Angels is the nation's largest grassroots effort to bring Red, Blue and Independent Americans together to remedy the polarization that has been impeding understanding and connection. Chicagoland Braver Angels Alliance (a group of […] |
2 events, - Anyone in the Twin Cities metropolitan area and beyond are welcome. We’ve rented a shelter house, so we won’t be rained out. Bring a dish to share and drinks for you and yours. We’ll supply plates and cutlery. We'll plan to eat around 6 pm. Bring yard games if you want. Kids are welcome as […] - Note: This event is to be attended online. 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 side […] | 2 events, - Local Focus: Milwaukee and RNC attendees FUNK our differences! Coming Together Through Music Tired of the divisiveness in our current political climate? All that rancor can FUNK OFF while we get down on the dance floor! Braver Angels believes that coming together and finding common ground is not only possible, it actually rocks! Don't believe […] * Restricted Attendance: For trained BA Ambassadors. Monthly meeting for BA Ambassadors, with news and guest speakers to keep you informed. | 5 events, - * Restricted Attendance: Yavapai College OLLI registration required Equal numbers of conservatives and liberals discuss election procedures to find joint and unanimously held points of agreement. Join us for a 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 […] This March, the Braver Angels Snohomish County Alliance gathers to outline our discussion roadmap for the upcoming months of March, April, May, and June 2024. In a pivotal meeting dedicated to shaping our community's dialogue and activities, we invite all members to join in this collaborative effort. Key on our agenda is the election of […] - Note: This event is to be attended in person. Tickets are free. To prevent spam registrations, use promo code BRAVER. Crossing the Continental Divide provides participants with an introduction to Braver Angels and an overview of its principles. During this presentation participants will: Participate in two brief activities (one taken directly from the Depolarizing Within […] | 4 events, - Local Focus: Wilmington Come share a meal with neighbors experiencing poverty. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org - "How is the war in Ukraine different from other conflicts?" An evening of discussion with Dr. Charles K. Bartles, analyst and Russian linguist and author of The Russian Way of War: Force Structure, Tactics and Modernization of the Russian Ground Forces, on what the current war in Ukraine reveals about the future of modern warfare: […] Local Focus: Utah Meet other Utah Braver Angels, ask questions, learn about opportunities to participate or volunteer, and receive updates and encouragement. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org | 1 event,* * We are taking the months of June and July off. See you on August 16 when we resume meeting. Have a great summer! Restricted Attendance: This forum is open to mental health professionals, including psychologists, social workers, psychiatrists, marriage and family therapists, psychiatric nurses, life coaches, registered counselors, and school counselors. Join […] | 7 events, - Local Focus: San Diego and Southern California 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. […] - * Local Focus: Oregon's Washington and Yamhill Counties Our Fair Booth, #422, located inside, near the concessions, will focus on the issues that underlie the Rural/Urban Divide. We will be there at least 5-midnight each day from 7/19 through 7/28/24, and starting at 10AM on the weekends. Come visit us and inform our Rural/Urban outreach […] - Restricted Attendance: Attendees should have completed the "Introduction to becoming a BA Organizer" breakout session at Convention 2024 or have attended the first Organizer training session. Register here for Wednesday July 10th at 4.30pm. This is a live, online Organizer training, and part of the requirement to be qualified as a BA Organizer. We will […] | 1 event, - Discussion of the Federal Government Spending and Debt led by Phil Smith of the bipartisan Concord Coalition |
1 event, - The debate over private enterprise versus government regulation is multifaceted, with various arguments on both sides. Regulations can protect public health, safety, and the environment. Market failures, consumer protections and stability are regulatory goals. On the other hand, excessive regulations, bureaucracy, and unintended consequences can cause higher prices and reduce competition. Finding the right balance […] | 0 events, | 5 events,Restricted Attendance: Red Members only Braver Angels Red Caucus - Happy Hour with snacks, chats, and beer (or NA beverages) ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org - * Local Focus: Montana A 1-hour workshop called Navigating Difficult Conversations (Handling the challenge among family, friends, neighbors, and colleagues) along with some discussion time. Note: This event is to be attended online. Note: This session serves as both an introduction to Braver Angels, as well as a “mini-experience” of what happens in our longer […] | 4 events, Featured - Featured Join Braver Angels to debate. About this event Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – "Resolved: Abolish the Electoral College." 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 questions. Tell us what you have […] - Note: This event is to be attended online via Zoom. Tickets are free. To prevent spam registrations, use promo code BRAVER. Crossing the Continental Divide provides participants with an introduction to Braver Angels and an overview of its principles. During this presentation participants will: Participate in two brief activities (one taken directly from the Depolarizing […] - Come hang out with local Braver Angels from across the political spectrum. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org | 0 events, | 4 events, - Our news sources impact how we see the world. As a result, staying within our own opinion “echo chambers” may limit our understanding of complex issues and may contribute to polarization. Walk a Mile in My News participants trade news sources, take notes of observations, and discuss with each other. ** This event is open […] - 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 Crime and Policing. The Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues […] - * Local Focus: Central/Eastern Virginia This meeting continues discussions about formally launching a new alliance in Central/Eastern Virginia. All current and potential members in the region are welcome. | 1 event, - Public discussion in breakout rooms. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org |
| 0 events, | 1 event,Join us for a 1-hr orientation to learn about the Braver Network State Rep Volunteer Role. After this training you will be completely trained and ready to start working in the role. | 2 events, - Sometime before this meeting, at your own convenience, we invite you to check out the Braver Angels YouTube channel, and watch any video of your choosing. Then, at our meeting, we plan to take turns discussing our chosen video and what our takeaways are for depolarization. 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 […] | 3 events, - Local Focus: Western suburbs of Chicago Braver Angels: Building Community & Talking Across Divides in the Western Suburbs Note: This event is to be attended in person by neighbors in the western suburbs. Socialize at The Friendly Tap in Berwyn and share your concerns and hopes for your community and the nation with neighbors from […] - * Restricted Attendance: LGBTQ, allies, and other Braver Angels may attend this meeting of the Braver Angels Equality Caucus. Please consider signing up at the Caucus website: https://braverangels.org/the-equality-caucus/ After a welcome by 'Red' and 'Blue' Co-chairs we will spend time getting acquainted (self-introductions), having an update on Equality Caucus participation at Braver Angels National Convention, […] | 1 event, - Note: This event is to be attended online via Zoom. Tickets are free. Crossing the Continental Divide provides participants with an introduction to Braver Angels and an overview of its principles. During this presentation participants will: Participate in two brief activities (one taken directly from the Depolarizing Within workshop) Watch a video of a Braver […] | 2 events, - Come join us for this debate, in which all participants from across the ideological spectrum will have an opportunity to speak and ask their questions. Tell us what you have experienced and what you think. About this Event - Resolved: Donald Trump’s acceptance speech at the Republican National Convention did not show signs of uniting […] - ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org | 1 event, - A 1-hour workshop called Navigating Difficult Conversations (Handling the challenge among family, friends, neighbors, and colleagues) along with some discussion time. This session serves as both an introduction to Braver Angels, as well as a “mini-experience” of what happens in our longer experiences. During the session, the audience is presented with the problem of polarization […] |
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