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 […]
Events calendar
Not sure which Braver Angels experience to try next? Take a quick stroll around the What we do page to learn more about our events. Unless specifically noted otherwise, all of our events are open to the public!
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* 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 […]
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Restricted Attendance: Local Residents Local Focus: Greater Cincinnati Ohio Please join us for an introduction to the Greater Cincinnati Braver Angels Alliance. We will get to know one another, and share our Alliance's purpose, events, and how you can get involved. This meeting is intended for those who are relatively new to Braver Angels, but […] |
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Many of us feel passionate about the work of Braver Angels, but we're also aware of a growing sense of skepticism around any sort of bridge building with the "other side." How do we help others see the power of courageous citizenship? One of the best tools we have is also one of the simplest, […] |
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Join a small group of caring adults for a 5-session book discussion inspired by Lindsey Cormack's book "How To Raise A Citizen" |
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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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 a single interactive Zoom session. In five hours, participants will gain the knowledge and practical skills needed to organize Braver Angels events and begin the […] |
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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 takes a little shift in perspective and some practice. This workshop will help you develop a short, clear and memorable way to talk about Braver […]
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Braver Angels SongFaire is a quarterly concert event for musicians to share original songs with one another and with a wider audience online, that connect well with the Braver Angels mission. Artists may perform live or present recorded songs. Our next SongFaire will be on Sunday, October 4, at 2-3:15 pm Pacific time (5-6:15 pm […] |
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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. […] |
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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Join us for an intensive online workshop that brings together Republican-leaning and Democratic-leaning citizens for structured conversations, with a focus on listening and reflecting rather than debating and persuading. Goals: To better understand the experiences and beliefs of those on the other side of the political divide. To seek out areas of common ground in […] |
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At a time of deep political division and declining trust, Praying for America brings people together across faith traditions and political perspectives in a nonpartisan, multi-faith gathering to pray for our country and champion free, fair, and safe elections. A coalition of faith-based organizations will host two 75 minute national online gatherings on October 11 […] |
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The Founders expected political diversity and partisan division to be a permanent reality in America. The Founders designed the Constitution to establish government and to guide diverse political groups on how to work together despite not thinking alike. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
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Restricted Attendance: Please register for and attend Part 1 of this workshop on September 29th. Please note that this is Part 2 of a two-part series. Part 1 will be held on 9/29/26. Many of us feel passionate about the work of Braver Angels, but we're also aware of a growing sense of skepticism around […]
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Join the San Diego Braver Angels Alliance for an informative presentation and discussion of the California ballot propositions on the November ballot. Our presenter, Dr. Bob Hertzka, now a political consultant, has been actively involved in California politics throughout his career. Bob will reprise his highly regarded 2024 presentation on the ballot propositions—an event that […] |
6 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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Note: This free* event is to be attended online. Faith-Sponsored Workshop Overview For people of faith, civil discourse begins in recognizing the image of God in our conversation partner. Since we are all children of God, our approach should involve mutual respect. Respect, not agreement, is an essential key for a healthy discussion. This workshop […] |
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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BA NH Alliance Monthly Discussion Topic: What qualities, expectations, and/or ideologies do you value for candidates you’re considering voting for? Please see https://nh.braverangels.org/alliance-events ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org |
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1 event,* 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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5 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 […]
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Local Focus: Minnesota The Minnesota State Alliance Open House is a place to bring the curious questions that you wonder about, but might not have someone on the other side you feel safe asking. Our hope is that you feel OK to be “Open and Honest” with your curious questions, to better know ourselves and […] |
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Restricted Attendance: Holders of a mental health license or degree 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 […] |
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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Political tension can strain family and friend relationships. Build skills to protect important bonds while staying true to your values. About this event Family and friend relationships can become casualties of a toxic political environment. People are having bitter political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships. If you want to preserve […]
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How to Get Congress Working Again ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org |
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The California economy employs 1.7 million illegal immigrants. Bring your ideas to discuss living without them or making them legal. In our breakout rooms, we'll explore this topic further with questions such as: 1. If the Federal government deported all illegal immigrants in California, what effect would that have on the economy? 2. With illegal […] |
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Presented by Braver Angels Music, Derate The Hate Podcast, The Come Together Music Project, and based on the work of facilitator Shaka Mitchell, this event uses personal playlists and shared musical memories to bridge divides and foster human connection in a polarized era. Rather than driving political agreement, the sessions aim to build empathy across […]
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We are a week away from election day. We recognize people are concerned about election security and integrity. Maine's Sec of State Shenna Bellows will address how elections are conducted and why they are safe. We will also have discussion in breakout rooms. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests […] * 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 […] |
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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In a polarized America, the new documentary, A House United, is an introduction to the often unheard of ecosystem of 10,000 bridge-building organizations across the country. The country deserves to know of the work being done to save it. Produced by Braver Angels, Disagree Better and BYU Broadcasting. Join us for this screening! |
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At the start of his second term in office, President Trump and his administration withdrew funding for the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), with a small portion of USAID's functions being transferred to the Department of State. These extensive changes prepare the way for accurate disagreement and productive debate about the United States' […] ** 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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Who are we as a people and a nation? Is Courageous Citizenship in our DNA? The answer should be a resounding yes! American history is replete with examples of ordinary citizens coming together, many times across deep divisions, to improve life for themselves, their families, their communities, and their country. From the high-stakes internal struggle […] |
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2 events,Looking for additional live practice opportunities for developing Braver Angels LAPP skills? Join us for a structured communication experience that supports respectful dialogue and equal participation. Centered around the notion […]
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At a time of deep political division and declining trust, Praying for America brings people together across faith traditions and political perspectives in a nonpartisan, multi-faith gathering to pray for […] |