Personal history of the 250th July 4th event. What did you do, meaning of the day for you, personal thoughts and experiences. What can we do in our communities to lead to another 250 years? What issues are important to you right now? ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests […]
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Restricted Attendance: You need to have taken at least one Braver Angels skills course, in person, online or ecourse Join fellow Braver Angels members in a small group setting to discuss challenging situations you've encountered. Share your experiences, reflect together, and strengthen your Braver Angels skills through peer learning.The event is carefully and kindly moderated. […] * Local Focus: North Carolina This is a monthly virtual event series hosted by alliances affiliated with Braver Angels of North Carolina. Each event is a relaxed, informal, guided discussion on a topic of general interest. No registration required. We do not meet in December. For more information regarding this month’s event, contact the organizer. […] |
1 event,This event shows us how to look at our own attitudes towards the political “other,” and develop strategies for engaging in politics without demonizing and for constructively intervening in conversations with like-minded peers when those conversations stereotype or demonize the other side. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to […] |
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1 event,** Local Focus: Indiana focus. All BA members and subscribers are welcome. Weekly discussion meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for a discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged! |
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Doug Teschner and Beth Malow, Braver Angel Leaders and co-authors of Beyond the Politics of Contempt: Practical Steps to Build Positive Relationships in Divided Times, will be joining us on our monthly Zoom meeting on Tuesday August 4 at 7 pm. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org |
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1 event,** Local Focus: Indiana focus. All BA members and subscribers are welcome. Weekly discussion meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for a discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged! |
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Local Focus: Orange County, CA Join the Humanist Association of Orange County as we introduce Braver Angels. Have you ever avoided talking about politics with friends or family because it just wasn't worth the argument? Do you wish people could disagree without assuming the worst about each other? You're not alone—and there is a growing […] |
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Restricted Attendance: We welcome all signed up members of the Equality Caucus who will receive the Zoom meeting invitation. Monthly online meeting of Braver Angels Equality Caucus ( LGBTQ, allies, and concerned participants in the Braver Angels way) |
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Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – Resolved: Government should incentivize child rearing Remember, our resolutions never represent Braver Angels' stance on any issue, and we alternate […] |
3 events,* Local Focus: Nashville, TN Area Join us for our monthly Nashville Braver Angels lunchtime gathering—an open, welcoming space where neighbors come together to practice Courageous Citizenship. Each month, we explore timely topics around bridging political divides, strengthening community trust, and building the skills that help us stay connected even when we disagree. You’ll meet […] Join Idaho Braver Angels for our monthly state-wide meeting to learn about activities, get to know others in Idaho working on depolarization, and practice skills in speaking and listening according to Braver Angels principles. The meeting program lasts an hour with an optional 30 minutes of additional hang out time
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Are you a Braver Angels Debate volunteer or volunteer-in-training? If so, join us for the next Braver Angels Debate Volunteer Forum. This space will be an opportunity for Debate volunteers and volunteers-in-training to connect and learn from one another and other BA leaders! |
2 events,** Local Focus: Indiana focus. All BA members and subscribers are welcome. Weekly discussion meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for a discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged!
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Local Focus: Georgia State Politics Michael Baharaeen will present on the newest edition of Pew Research's political typology study (which they call "Beyond Red vs. Blue"). |
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3 events,* Restricted Attendance: Braver Angels members only Monthly office hours to ask Elizabeth Doll and other Braver Politics volunteers your questions and connect about what work is ongoing.
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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 […]
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Since 2016, a growing tide has been quietly building throughout the US opening doors and building bridges across seemingly insurmountable interpersonal divides. Braver Angels, a registered 501c(3) nonprofit, is showing the way to rebuilding a more civil society, overcoming apparent divisions of political persuasion and other deeply held ideologies. Those who have experienced the workshops, […] |
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Patriotism is one of those terms that seems pretty simple—until you start talking about it. Across the country, Americans are debating whether schools should help shape students’ sense of patriotism and civic identity. Some believe schools should cultivate love of country, civic responsibility, and national unity, while others worry that teaching patriotism can become a […]
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* Local Focus: Vancouver and Clark County WA This month’s topic is public safety. We should feel secure in our homes, on the streets, and in public places. Come discuss this topic as it applies to communities in and around Vancouver, Washington. |
2 events,A welcome social for new and potential Braver Angels in Washington State Join us for an informal meet and greet and an opportunity to ask questions about Braver Angels. We will open with a short intro about Braver Angels and then introductions from attendees, followed by some social time that might include: ice breakers, break-out […] * Restricted Attendance: For trained BA Ambassadors. Monthly meeting for BA Ambassadors, with news and guest speakers to keep you informed. |
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Restricted Attendance: Mental health professionals only The Braver Angels Mental Health Professionals Forum brings together therapists and clinicians from across the political spectrum to explore the intersection of mental health, politics, and social issues. Our mission is to provide a supportive, nonpartisan space for professional dialogue and shared learning—a place where mental health professionals can […] |
2 events,** Local Focus: Indiana focus. All BA members and subscribers are welcome. Weekly discussion meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for a discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged!
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About this event Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on the topic of immigration in the United States. The Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues (4-8 of each) - for a deep dive into a problem, such as addressing climate change, electoral reform, […]
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https://youtu.be/D7V9c27mc5w?si=aWI8Dy_cS94F-4oJ Restricted Attendance: Registration is available to Braver Angels members only The creators of The Dignity Index have identified a key driver of the divisions in our country: contempt. Contempt drives us apart, while dignity brings us together. The Dignity Index was created to show us the difference. This workshop is a 90-minute interactive training […] |
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Medicare for All has been a long and contentious issue. What does it really mean, what are the pros and cons, and is there anything better? ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org |
2 events,* Local Focus: North Carolina This is a monthly virtual event series hosted by alliances affiliated with Braver Angels of North Carolina. Each event is a relaxed, informal, guided discussion on a topic of general interest. No registration required. We do not meet in December. For more information regarding this month’s event, contact the organizer. […]
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https://youtu.be/D7V9c27mc5w?si=aWI8Dy_cS94F-4oJ Restricted Attendance: Registration is available to Braver Angels members only The creators of The Dignity Index have identified a key driver of the divisions in our country: contempt. Contempt drives us apart, while dignity brings us together. The Dignity Index was created to show us the difference. This workshop is a 90-minute interactive training […] |
2 events,This event shows us how to look at our own attitudes towards the political “other,” and develop strategies for engaging in politics without demonizing and for constructively intervening in conversations with like-minded peers when those conversations stereotype or demonize the other side. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to […]
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* Local Focus: Delaware This event is open to new members and anyone interested in learning about Braver Angels Delaware Alliance. Meet the co-chairs, find out about upcoming events, share your ideas and mingle with other Delawareans committed to finding common ground with each other. |
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After a summer ‘recess’, the Faith Caucus is meeting again! Please join us to meet other BA members of various religious and spiritual identities, and to share our experiences and reflections from the Braver Angels Convention, America’s 250th birthday, and other recent events. |
2 events,** Local Focus: Indiana focus. All BA members and subscribers are welcome. Weekly discussion meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for a discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged!
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Local Focus: California Values are broad concepts that often have many definitions, but people often assume others define them similarly. That creates natural opportunities for either powerful connections or divisive misunderstandings Currently, in our hyper-polarized political environment, values are too often purposefully weaponized or subconsciously misused in ways that falsely divide us and undermine our […] |
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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 you want to preserve important […] |
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Restricted Attendance: You need to have taken at least one Braver Angels skills course, in person, online or ecourse Join fellow Braver Angels members in a small group setting to discuss challenging situations you've encountered. Share your experiences, reflect together, and strengthen your Braver Angels skills through peer learning.The event is carefully and kindly moderated. […] |
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You signed the Pledge. Now comes the real work: how do we live out Courageous Citizenship in everyday life? Join us on Zoom to dig into the concept of Courageous Citizenship. Then, working in small groups, we will collaborate to uncover: 3 concrete ways to put Courageous Citizenship into practice in our personal lives. 3 […] |
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