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| 0 events, | 2 events, Local Focus: Kitsap County, WA Braver Angels Monthly Discussion Kitsap County ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org | 1 event, A moderated, lunchtime discussion on current events with Braver Angels members who fall all along the political spectrum. | 6 events, Local Focus: Indiana focus, all are welcome Weekly meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged! - Want to understand the different sides of the controversial debate on California's high school ethnic studies course? Join our online event on September 4, 2025, for a courageous conversation with panelists representing several perspectives. We'll explore the complex issues to foster mutual understanding and respectful disagreement. Lack of state funding to support this policy requirement […] - 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 […] | 2 events, - Join us September 5th at Temple University for a moderated conversation on public health during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Speakers will include Maciej Boni and David Zweig. The conversation will be moderated by Braver Angels' Wilk Wilkinson, Director of Media Systems & Operations. In-person attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions. You can also reserve a livestream ticket for […] - 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 […] | 5 events, - * Local Focus: This event will take place in Bloomington, IN. There will be a Zoom available for those who are not in the area. The September meeting of the South-Central Indiana Braver Angels Alliance will continue our discussion on immigration. Join us as we consider the language we use, review the pieces of the […] - 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 […] - * Local Focus: Central Ohio BA Central Ohio Members Meeting ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org | 2 events, - Braver Angels SongFaire is a quarterly open-mic for musicians to share original songs that connect well with the Braver Angels mission with one another and with a wider audience online. Artists may perform live or present recorded songs. Our next SongFaire will be on Sunday, September 7, at 2-3:15 pm (Pacific) / 5-6:15 pm (Eastern). […] - Braver Angels SongFaire is a quarterly open-mic 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, September 7, at 2-3:15 pm Pacific time (5-6:15 pm Eastern). […] |
| 1 event, - Is crime at a crisis level? What leads you to think that, if you do? What is your understanding of crime? What should be done about it? At the next Braver Angels Greater Cincinnati Alliance meeting, participants will be sharing thoughts about these questions. We’ll hear from the both RED and BLUE perspectives. Will the […] | 2 events, 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: NYC Join a moderated discussion of a book chosen specially by our Braver Angels Library team! This month, we will be discussing "I Love You, But I Hate Your Politics". Note that the discussion of this book and its inclusion on the Braver Angels website does not imply promotion of the subject matter […] | 7 events, A moderated, lunchtime discussion on current events with Braver Angels members who fall all along the political spectrum. - Casual conversations to deepen our depolarization skills, while supporting local businesses. No pre-registration necessary - just show up and look for our signs. Be prepared for the weather! ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org Join us at this monthly gathering where you will get to meet some of your fellow local Braver Angels. The format changes month to month, but usually involves small group or individual discussions, while supporting our host with your patronage. This event is open to everyone and there is no registration needed, simply show up! […] | 3 events, Featured - Featured Join Braver Angels to debate. About this event Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – "Resolved: Trust the Science" 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 experienced […] Local Focus: Indiana focus, all are welcome Weekly meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged! - * Local Focus: Minnesota The Rural/Urban Divide in Minnesota. What Do the Twin Cities Not Know? Those that live in the seven county metro area might think they know those in the other 96% of the state, but what don't they know and what might they get wrong? Let's discuss what urbanites don't know, what […] | 2 events, * Local Focus: Southeastern Massachusetts 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 […] * Local Focus: Southeastern Massachusetts 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 […] | 6 events, - This event is to be attended in-person. About this event Join us for a Common Ground Workshop addressing the victims place in the criminal justice system. 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, […] - Get beyond the stories we tell about each other to discover the truth, and create a forum to discuss our viewpoints without judgment. About this event Please join us for an intensive in person workshop, in two sessions, that will bring together Republican-leaning and Democratic-leaning citizens for structured conversations, with a focus on listening and […] - * Local Focus: Georgia Monthly luncheon meeting for Braver Angels Georgia members and interested persons. One can attend without purchasing lunch. | 1 event, - Join us for a conversation between leaders of the depolarization movement charting a course forward in the aftermath of the assassination of Charlie Kirk. |
| 2 events, - Local Focus: New York City Calling all songwriters and music lovers! Braver Angels Music is bringing our Common Ground Songwriting Workshop to New York City for the first time! This unique workshop is designed to bring together community members of different political perspectives to find common ground on an issue they care about - all […] - Do you want to bring a Braver Angels Debate to your Alliance? It's not as hard as it seems -- but there's one thing you'll want to put extra time into, and that's your resolution. In this online workshop, the Braver Angels Debate Team will help you ensure your resolution is about a question that […] | 6 events, - * Local Focus: Northwest Ohio Northwest Ohio Members Meeting - Political Polarization ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org - Restricted Attendance: Braver Angels-Wisconsin Members & Subscribers Local Focus: Wisconsin If you're new to Braver Angels or simply want to know more, join us for an online Welcome to Braver Angels-Wisconsin! Meet other members, hear an overview of the organization, learn about ways to get involved, and find out what's happening with Braver Angels in […] - Join us for a thoughtful conversation on one of the most debated issues of our time: who should have the opportunity to immigrate to the United States. Should the system prioritize family ties, humanitarian needs, economic growth, or workforce demands? We’ll start with a brief, fact-based overview of today’s legal immigration pathways—including asylum—and then open […] | 7 events, A moderated, lunchtime discussion on current events with Braver Angels members who fall all along the political spectrum. Local Focus: Washington, DC Join the Braver Angels DC Alliance for our monthly membership meeting. Meet other local volunteers, hear what's going on this month, and find ways to volunteer with Braver Angels. We'll devote the first hour to the formal meeting and the second hour to a social, so come get involved and make […] - * Local Focus and Restricted Attendance: NE Ohio NEO Alliance Meeting ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org | 5 events, Local Focus: Indiana focus, all are welcome Weekly meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged! - Local Focus: TN The Braver Angels Alliances of Tennessee monthly meetings are hybrid, with the in-person meeting taking place in Knoxville. Each month we have a structured discussion of a topic that relates to depolarization, often drawing from videos and articles shared in the weeks before the meeting that help inform the conversation. Details for […] - 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: Israel Is Not Guilty of Genocide You probably haven’t experienced anything like a Braver Angels Debate. […] | 1 event, - This forum is intended specifically for trained professionals in the mental health field, including psychologists, social workers, psychiatrists, marriage and family therapists, psychiatric nurses, school counselors, pastoral counselors, and others in closely related counseling roles. Our mission is to provide a supportive, nonpartisan space for professional dialogue and shared learning, equipping practitioners to serve clients […] | 5 events, - 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 […] - Local Focus: Greater area of Granada Hills, CA A unique type of town hall to find common ground. About this event In a Braver Angels Community Town Hall, the discussion is focused on key issues. Event Format: This event is an in-person meeting. The purpose of a Community Town Hall is to identify actions or […] - 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 often, we ridicule, dismiss, or stereotype our fellow citizens. When Braver Angels addresses “polarization,” we are not referring to healthy disagreements over issues or philosophy. […] | 1 event, - * Local Focus: Westchester/Putnam County America runs on fossil fuels. Oil, gas, and coal power our homes, our cars, and our economy. But are they powering us toward prosperity—or ruin? For some, phasing out fossil fuels isn’t just about climate change—it’s about survival in the 21st-century economy. They argue that the future belongs to nations […] |
| 3 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, moderated discussion on a topic of general interest. No registration required. We do not meet in December. Our Sep 2025 topic is “Redistricting and Gerrymandering”. For more […] - Looking to connect with others in a relaxed, welcoming environment? Join us for the Michigan Family Dinner Meet-Up! This in-person gathering is a space to build on the conversations we’ve had in virtual meetings and other Braver Angels events, get to know each other better, and practice the skills we’re learning - all in a […] - Looking to connect with others in a relaxed, welcoming environment? Join us for the Michigan Family Dinner Meet-Up! This in-person gathering is a space to build on the conversations we’ve had in virtual meetings and other Braver Angels events, get to know each other better, and practice the skills we’re learning - all in a […] | 5 events, - California Debates Prop 50 Redistricting! Come listen to the arguments: For and Against. What choice must CA voters make? What are the consequences? Listen as speakers describe what’s stake. Hear Californians ask questions. Resolved: CA voters must override independent redistricting to counter Texas gerrymandering. Note: This resolution does not represent Braver Angels' stance on the issue. We will […] - * Restricted Attendance: zoom operated by Diocese of MA * Local Focus: clergy of the Episcopal Diocese of MA This is a closed workshop for clergy in the Episcopal Diocese of Mass. On Zoom. - * Local Focus: Tampa Bay Area 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 […] | 4 events, A moderated, lunchtime discussion on current events with Braver Angels members who fall all along the political spectrum. - 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 […] - Come participate in a respectful exchange of ideas with fellow members of your community ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org | 8 events, Local Focus: Indiana focus, all are welcome Weekly meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged! - * Local Focus: Oregon's Washington and Yamhill counties - but everyone welcome! Monthly Local Alliance Meeting with a Discussion Topic: We're going back to school - what does that look like in 2025? We provide the pizza - come early if you want beverages or extras. ** This event is open to the media upon […] - * Local Focus: Winona County, MN Note: This event is to be attended in person. In a time when politics can so easily drive us apart, how do we build stronger communities that bring us together? We can learn to disagree better in polarized times, which means accurately seeing where we differ and where we […] | 2 events, - About this event Polarization is fueled by how we talk about those on the other side of an issue. Too often, we ridicule, dismiss, or stereotype our fellow citizens. When Braver Angels addresses “polarization,” we are not referring to healthy disagreements over issues or philosophy. We are addressing how we regard and talk about […] - 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: Undocumented immigrants should be subject to criminal sanctions. You probably haven’t experienced anything like a Braver […] | 11 events, - About this event Polarization is fueled by how we talk about those on the other side of an issue. Too often, we ridicule, dismiss, or stereotype our fellow citizens. When Braver Angels addresses “polarization,” we are not referring to healthy disagreements over issues or philosophy. We are addressing how we regard and talk about large […] - 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 […] | 3 events, - * Local Focus: Snohomish and King Counties Note: You will not need physical or virtual tickets to attend this event Join us for our dynamic quarterly discussions, where we explore current events through the principles of Braver Angels. Participants will have the unique opportunity to help shape the conversation by selecting the topics they would […] - Fireside Chat with Maury Giles, Braver Angels’ New CEO Join us for a special national conversation with our new CEO, Maury Giles, in dialogue with Monica Guzmán, author of I Never Thought of It That Way. Together, they’ll explore what’s next for our movement at this pivotal moment. This is your chance to get to […] - Public discussion held ONLINE ONLY in Zoom facilitated breakout rooms. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org |
| 3 events, - Question 1 on the ballot this November will authorize changes in the Maine voting process. What are these changes and what will their effect be? ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org - 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 […] - Workshop: Examining How Media Misleads, Manipulates, and Divides. In this practical, hands-on workshop we will use resources from AllSides to practice examining the tactics of modern media (i.e. spin, ad hominem, slant, flawed logic, etc.) From the AllSides website: "Journalism is tied to a set of ethical standards and values, including truth and accuracy, fairness […] | 3 events, - 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 […] - 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 […] * Restricted Attendance: For the best experience, all 8 sessions are recommended as the course builds on itself. Unmasking Manipulative Media You can see through distorted reporting from news sources you’ve learned not to trust. But what about the news reports your friends are forwarding from outlets you don’t recognize? And what about your go-to […] | 2 events, A moderated, lunchtime discussion on current events with Braver Angels members who fall all along the political spectrum. - 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 […] | 5 events, Featured - Featured Join Braver Angels to debate. About this event Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – "Resolved: Engineer AI to simulate emotional connection." 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 […] Local Focus: Indiana focus, all are welcome Weekly meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged! - A free workshop to help you become more aware of your "inner polarizer" and learn methods for disagreeing without contempt and ridicule Polarization can be 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, […] | 0 events, | 5 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: Immigrants in the country illegally should have a path to legalize their status You probably haven’t […] - 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 […] | 1 event, - 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 often, we ridicule, dismiss, or stereotype our fellow citizens. When Braver Angels addresses “polarization,” we are not referring to healthy disagreements over issues or philosophy. […] |
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