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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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Monthly Kitsap County Alliance Meeting The topic for this month is transgender-related policies in Washington State and the USA |
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3 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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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 […]
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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 […] |
1 event,Please join us at McBride Memorial Library, 500 North Market Street, Berwick PA, each Friday from 11 am - 12 pm to discuss current events. Participants will have the opportunity to: 1. Practice civic engagement 2. Meet new people in the community Meetings will be facilitated and use clear ground rules. |
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Workshop Sponsored by Braver Angels of South Central Indiana and is this months meeting. Everyone welcome! 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 […] |
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Central/Eastern Washington Alliance is hosting a Red and Blue (and Purple) Barbecue Sunday, September 6, 2026, 2pm to 6pm at Cloverdale Ranch, Edwall WA BBQ Burgers and Brats hosted by the Central/Eastern WA Alliance Who should come: Anyone interested in networking and lively conversation with Central/Eastern Washington Braver Angels, spending time with old friends and […]
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Stop by and get to know others who care about mending political divisions and fostering constructive dialogue. Meet members of the Madison Braver Angels Steering Committee. Check out the Java Cat FB page: https://www.facebook.com/JavaCatMadison |
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6 events,* Local Focus: Eugene/Springfield and surroundings, Oregon We will divide into pairs and have three, 20-minute, topic-focused conversations, followed by unstructured social time. Find your Braver Angels hosts at an outside table with BA posters.
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** Local Focus: Washington DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland We will participate as a group in an online conversation about immigration, followed by brief discussion on site. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
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This is the first session in a Values Curriculum. This session uses a set of values endorsed by the Center for Public Deliberation and the National Issues Forum. Come and learn more about your values and how they affect your relationships and political perspectives. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send […] |
9 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 […]
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NOTE: Registration is through the Pathways Institute Course ML105. A small fee is collected by the Institute to cover site costs, participant guides, and a snack. 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 […] ** Local Focus: Oregon's Washington and Yamhill counties Practice your depolarizing conversation skills in a Braver Angels casual meet-up, while supporting local businesses. Look for our signs at one of the picnic tables (we will be outside, so be prepared for the weather). |
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Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – Resolved: We should embrace AI in the workplace. Remember, our resolutions never represent Braver Angels' stance on any issue, and […]
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After the 9/11 attacks, no one could agree on what should be done with Ground Zero. And so New York leaders decided to do one of the bravest -- or stupidest-- things in the history of city planning. They gathered 5,000 representative New Yorkers and asked them to decide. People expected chaos, yelling, maybe even […]
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2 events,Please join us at McBride Memorial Library, 500 North Market Street, Berwick PA, each Friday from 11 am - 12 pm to discuss current events. Participants will have the opportunity to: 1. Practice civic engagement 2. Meet new people in the community Meetings will be facilitated and use clear ground rules.
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After the 9/11 attacks, no one could agree on what should be done with Ground Zero. And so New York decided to do one of the bravest -- or stupidest -- things in the history of city planning. They gathered 5,000 representative New Yorkers and asked them to decide. People expected chaos, yelling, maybe even […] |
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Note: This free* event is to be attended in person. The workshop will go from 10am--noon and afterwards lunch will be provided Faith-Sponsored Workshop Overview For people of faith, civil […] |
2 events,Local Focus: Baton Rouge, LA Each month, the Braver Angels Baton Rouge Alliance meets to take on topics of local interesting, including invited guests, debates, and workshops. Previous topics have included immigration, tourism, LA GATOR vouchers, and depolarization. In some months, the meeting may move to a different Sunday based on holidays, such as Mother's […]
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For those interested in bridging political (and conversational) divides in families, communities, and organizations, Braver Angels offers a proven approach. The organization teaches listening skills rooted in the family counseling practice of one of BA’s founders: listen with respect and curiosity; listen to learn and understand others’ perspectives; and be on the lookout for common […] |
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Monthly book discussion meeting of Braver Angels of East Central Illinois Alliance members and subscribers. Visitors are welcome. Starting Monica Guzmán's I Never Thought of It That Way in September 2026. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
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Glen White, with Braver Angels Arkansas, will discuss practical ways to disagree better and bridge political and social divisions in today's increasingly polarized world. Learn how to better navigate difficult conversations with family, friends, and co-workers. All are welcome. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org |
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Braver Angels PA is pleased to be partnering with Millersville University as it hosts its 6th Annual Sustainable Development Goals Conference on Tuesday, September 15, focusing on Making Democracy Work: Strengthening Institutions, Engaging Communities, Empowering Citizens. This one-day conference will take place at The Ware Center in downtown Lancaster, PA, from 8:30 am to […]
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Local Focus: Wisconsin Braver Angels member Bill Sankey shares his experience as a courageous citizen working to promote civil dialogue across the partisan divide. No registration required. Just stop on by to learn more about Braver Angels AND the Shorehaven community. |
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Come participate in a moderated, civil discussion about the question of balancing the priorities of Growth and Affordability in Wilmington. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
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Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – Resolved: New development in Saint George is doing more harm than good. Remember, our resolutions never represent Braver Angels' stance […]
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Local Focus: Sheridan and surrounding area This powerful film documents what happened to decide the fate of the New York Trade Center site. More than 5000 New Yorkers did something extraordinary--see how they did it and discuss the power of practicing democracy. Light refreshments will be served. Bring a friend! ** This event is open […] |
8 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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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 […] |
1 event,Please join us at McBride Memorial Library, 500 North Market Street, Berwick PA, each Friday from 11 am - 12 pm to discuss current events. Participants will have the opportunity to: 1. Practice civic engagement 2. Meet new people in the community Meetings will be facilitated and use clear ground rules. |
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Although surveys show three-fourths of Americans have confidence in our election system, others raise questions and criticize several aspects of it. Red-leaning critics charge that obsolete voter rolls and lack of voter identification allow non-citizens and dead people to vote. Blue-leaning critics say that such concerns are a smokescreen for disenfranchising legitimate voters. What do […] * 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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Engaging in political discussions is vital for a healthy democracy, but it can be challenging. It’s easy to get frustrated listening to people say things that seem clearly wrong. If you wish difficult conversations weren’t so difficult, come to the Values Conversation Workshop! In this guest workshop provided by Visionary Vocabularies and organized by the […] |
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UU Sunday Service, featuring guest speaker Barbara Hancin with Braver Angels & Documentary Film Screening: Braver Angels: Reuniting America Sunday, September 20th 10:30 a.m. - Service featuring guest speaker Barbara Hancin 11:30 a.m. - Refreshments 12:00 p.m. - Documentary Film Screening: "Braver Angels: Reuniting America" Barbara Hancin, Educator, Program Leader, and Co-Lead of the Braver […]
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Local Focus: Central OH Braver Angels Central Ohio Alliance Debate ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org |
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Note: This free* event is to be attended in person. About this event Polarization is fueled by how we talk about those on the other side of an issue. Too […]
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When reports of fraud make the headlines, accusations fly. Are government agencies failing to protect taxpayers? Is the problem a lack of oversight, weak enforcement, or political finger-pointing? What reforms […] Local Focus: Vancouver and greater Clark County WA Join us monthly as we bring together Vancouver WA and Clark County neighbors to discuss current issues shaping the local community. These gatherings prioritize respectful conversation over debate. Participants get a chance to listen to perspectives different from their own and find common ground on timely local […] |
3 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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Civic Conversations for a Better Nebraska for Legislative District 12 Opportunity to converse about values across political divides, candidates invited
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Join the Braver Angels Dakota County Alliance for our **Fall Kickoff and Constructive Conversation** on Tuesday, September 22. We’ll gather for a respectful discussion on a topic chosen by attendees, […] |
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* Local Focus: New York City region This month, Braver Angels is partnering with the Journalists and Writers Foundation (JWF) to co-organize a main stage panel at this year's UNGA Conference, which is a globally-focused problem solving conference that takes place on the margins of the UN General Assembly meeting each year. Our conversation will […]
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Restricted Attendance: Members of Braver Angels Become a Living Room Conversations Facilitator Through Braver Angels’ partnership with Living Room Conversations, Braver Angels members have a special opportunity to learn the Living Room Conversations model and gain access to its extensive library of conversation guides and facilitation resources. Join Annie Caplan of Living Room Conversations for […] |
7 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 […]
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* Local Focus: Reno Area Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – Resolved: Nevada should adopt Question 6. Remember, our resolutions never represent Braver Angels' stance on […] * Local focus: Oregon - Eugene/Springfield and surrounding area These monthly sharing circles are meant to help people in Eugene/Springfield and the surrounding area to meet and discuss differing political […] |
4 events,Please join us at McBride Memorial Library, 500 North Market Street, Berwick PA, each Friday from 11 am - 12 pm to discuss current events. Participants will have the opportunity […]
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Come to a discussion about Amendment 3. Listen to a panel, ask questions. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
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Local Focus: Southern California So Cal is excited to MEET AND GREET new members or those not so new. Alliance leaders will be on the call. Come learn more about […] |
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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 […]
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A forum to discuss your own viewpoint, without judgment, and get real answers to sincere questions of understanding from other viewpoints. About this event Description Join us for a free […]
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* Local Focus: Idyllwild, CA Join the Idyllwild Mountain Vocal Locals as they learn more about Braver Angels and Becoming Courageous Citizens |
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Local Focus: Cicago city residents Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – Resolved: Requests for city services should NOT go through Alderpersons' Offices Providing access to city […]
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* Local Focus: Snohomish and King Counties Join us for a quarterly discussion of current events using Braver Angels guidelines. Participants will choose topics for discussion.
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Everyone wants to tax the rich. How much can we get? Is it enough? Any consequences? What happens when we run out of rich people’s money? ** This event is […] |
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This month we will be having a group discussion about elections. -How do we feel about elections? What motivates us to vote? What motivates me to vote? How do I motivate my friends and acquaintances to vote? - How to get people engaged, what techniques work? -What causes people to engage or disengage? -What issues […]
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Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – Resolved: Illinois should establish an independent committee to redraw electoral districts Remember, our resolutions never represent Braver Angels' stance on any issue, and we alternate between speeches for and against the resolution. Join us for this free Local Community Debate, where participants from across the […]
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Restricted Attendance: Those interested in helping plan and organize Planning Team Meeting
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* Restricted Attendance: Maximum of 100 * Local Focus: Scarsdale, NY and Westchester County, NY Freedom of Speech and Due Process: How Much Do You REALLY Know? Challenge your assumptions […]
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Watch the documentary about the origins of Braver Angels and debrief the debate from Sept. 28, 2026. Hope to see you there! ** This event is open to the media […] |
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Washtenaw County Braver Angels Michigan Ballot Initiatives - Nov 3 Election
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* Local Focus: Greater Cincinnati and surrounding areas Special Event - September 30th What can we do - locally and nationally - to make a bigger impact in bridging America's […] |
6 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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […] |
1 event,Please join us at McBride Memorial Library, 500 North Market Street, Berwick PA, each Friday from 11 am - 12 pm to discuss current events. Participants will have the opportunity […] |
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Crash Course - complete Organizer training in one day Want to learn how to organize Braver Angels events? Our Organizer Crash Course combines all four weeks of Organizer Training into […]
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Note: This free* event is to be attended in person. About this event Polarization is fueled by how we talk about those on the other side of an issue. Too […]
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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 […] |
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As 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 […]
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** Local Focus: Snohomish and King Counties Does current law regarding parental rights in public schools need a rewrite? Join local Red and Blue-leaning community members to seek common ground […] |
