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    Skills for Challenging Conversations – LAPP Skills for Teens (Part 1)

    Host Organization: Westchester Braver Angels Alliance
    State/Region: NY
    Setting: In-person
    Riverdale Country School 5250 Fieldston Rd, Bronx

    NOTE: Part 1 is February 5th from 10:15 to 11:05 am EST. Part 2 is February 10th from 1:45 to 2:45 pm EST Restricted Attendance: Riverdale Country School Selected Participants This Braver Angels workshop gives participants an opportunity to learn and practice effective listening and speaking skills when facing controversial issues in their lives—with teachers, […]

    SCIN BA Lunch Group (2026)

    SCIN BA Lunch Group (2026)

    Host Organization: Braver Angels of South Central Indiana
    State/Region: IN
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    ** 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!

    Local Community Debate – Resolved: The U.S. should tightly regulate the adoption of AI

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance of Central NC
    Partner Org(s): BridgeUNC
    State/Region: NC
    Setting: In-person
    Holy Infant Catholic Church 5000 Southpark Dr., Durham

    Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – Resolved: The U.S. should tightly regulate the adoption of AI 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 ideological […]

    National Forum on America’s Deportation Policy

    Host Organization: BA National - Citizens Commission on Immigration
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    A conversation on what America’s deportation policy should be. Join us for a thoughtful, searching conversation with members of Congress, national leaders, and Americans with direct experience of the U.S. immigration system. They disagree on America’s immigration policies, but are working together—including through Braver Angels—to find agreement on updating and improving the nation’s immigration and […]

    Skills for Disagreeing Better

    Host Organization: State
    State/Region: GA
    Setting: In-person
    The Cathedral of St. Philip 2744 Peachtree Road, Atlanta

    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 […]

    Depolarizing Within

    Host Organization: Mid-Willamette Valley Alliance
    Partner Org(s): LBCC Civil Discourse Program
    State/Region: OR
    Setting: In-person
    Linn-Benton Community College, Albany Campus 6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Fireside Rm. (CC-211), Albany

    * Local Focus: Oregon 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 support the other political party, its leaders, and its policies. This free, three-hour workshop teaches participants: How to be more aware […]

    South Central Indiana BA Alliance – Exploring Global Medical Aid

    Host Organization: Braver Angels of South Central Indiana
    State/Region: IN
    Setting: In-person
    Southwest Branch, Monroe County (IN) Public LIbrary 890 W. Gordon Pike, Bloomington

    The SCIN Alliance of BA is offering a free presentation on Global Medical Aid. This presentation is for you if you are interested in proper handling of medical donations, unethical and harmful handling of medical donations, and/or the impact of reductions on foreign aid across the globe.

    Family and Politics Practice Session

    Host Organization: Chicagoland Braver Angels Alliance
    State/Region: IL
    Setting: In-person
    St. Paul's United Church of Christ 2335 N Orchard St., Chicago

    ** Local Focus: Chicagoland Area Members Family and Politics Practice Session. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

    Families and Politics

    Host Organization: Central / Eastern Washington Alliance
    State/Region: WA
    Setting: In-person
    Richland Public Library 955 Northgate Dr., Richland

    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 […]

    Skills for Disagreeing Better

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance of Washtenaw County
    State/Region: MI
    Setting: In-person
    Ann Arbor District Library Traverwood Branch 3333 Traverwood Dr., Ann Arbor

    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 […]

    Parental Rights in Public Schools: Seeking Common Ground

    Host Organization: Western Washington Alliance
    State/Region: WA
    Setting: In-person
    Robert J Drewel Building 3000 Rockefeller Ave., Everett

    * 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 on this issue. Participants will be provided with basic background information on the topic and then will engage in respectful, honest dialogue about their views […]

    How Can We Understand Each Other Better

    Host Organization: Inland Empire Alliance
    State/Region: CA
    Setting: In-person
    Kay Ceniceros Center, North Annex 29995 Evans Rd., Menifee

    * Local Focus: The Inland Empire of California Jennifer Sweeney, educator and professional speaker, offers a talk on how to increase compassion for ourselves and others by asking you to “take a second look” at what happened to us in the past. She will educate us about life experiences and how they affect the way […]

    Skills for Disagreeing Better

    Host Organization: North Texas Alliance
    State/Region: TX
    Setting: In-person
    Pottsboro Library 104 N Main Street, Pottsboro

    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 […]

    Informal Discussion: American Values: What Are They at 250 years?

    Host Organization: Western Washington Alliance
    State/Region: WA
    Setting: In-person
    Northgate Public library 10548 5th Ave NE, Seattle

    Join the Seattle/King County group to share your views on American Values, as we enter the 250th year of our Democratic Republic. American political leaders of all kinds throughout history have pointed out that American identity revolves around a set of ideals - life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. In his most famous speech, […]

    Depolarizing Within

    Host Organization: BA National - Workshops
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    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 support the other political party, its leaders, and its policies. This free, three-hour workshop teaches participants: How to be more aware of their own "inner […]

    Challenging Red–Blue Stereotypes: From Problems to Solutions

    Host Organization: Orange County Alliance
    Partner Org(s): Humanist Association of Orange County
    State/Region: CA
    Setting: In-person
    Irvine Ranch Water District - Community Meeting Room 15500 Sand Canyon Ave, Irvine

    * Local Focus: Orange County, CA In a time of deep political polarization, it's easy to fall into the trap of assuming the worst about "the other side." This event invites people from across the political spectrum to come together for an honest, respectful conversation that aims to challenge common stereotypes, uncover shared values, and […]

    Braver Angels Movie Viewing

    Host Organization: State
    Partner Org(s): Sandy Spring Rising
    State/Region: MD
    Setting: In-person
    Olney Library 3500 Olney Laytonsville Rd, Olney

    Local Focus: Montgomery County Movie Viewing with Q&A - How to Heal America, the Braver Angels Movie ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org  

    What Did We Learn from the Parties?

    Host Organization: West Suburban Alliance-MSP
    State/Region: MN
    Setting: In-person
    Ridgedale Library Room 174 12601 Ridgedale Dr, Minnetonka

    * Local Focus: Minnesota Let’s talk about what we learned from Minnesota Republican Chair Alex Pleschash and DFL Executive Director Jim Heighington, who explained their respective party’s positions. Braver Angels members at the January 5 meeting obtained answers from these two political competitors. Part of our discussion will include whether any of us altered our […]

    Braver Angels Documentary Showing

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance Capital Region NYS
    Partner Org(s): Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Glens Falls
    State/Region: NY
    Setting: In-person
    Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Glens Falls 21 Weeks Road, Queensbury

    ** Local Focus: Glens Falls, NY area Join us to view and discuss the Braver Angels documentary, "Reuniting America."  

    Tips for Success: Day at the Capitol!

    Host Organization: BA National - Braver Politics
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    This meeting, hosted by Braver Politics Director Elizabeth Doll, is all about how to make the most of the 15 minutes you have with your legislator when participating in a Braver Angels' Day at the Capitol.

    Greater Cincinnati Alliance Meeting – February 2026

    Host Organization: Cincinnati Alliance Group
    State/Region: OH
    Setting: In-person
    Hyde Park Community United Methodist Church 1345 Grace Avenue, Cincinnati

    WALK A MILE IN MY NEWS The media is not incentivized to reflect reality. It’s designed for attention, not accuracy. It targets specific audiences and creates affirming echo chambers. At our next Braver Angels Alliance gathering we’ll understand how media and social media actively contribute to today’s polarization. We’ll explore the potential bias in our […]

    Skills for Challenging Conversations – LAPP Skills for Teens (Part 2)

    Host Organization: Westchester Braver Angels Alliance
    State/Region: NY
    Setting: In-person
    Riverdale Country School 5250 Fieldston Rd, Bronx

    Restricted Attendance: Riverdale Country School Selected Participants This Braver Angels workshop gives participants an opportunity to learn and practice effective listening and speaking skills when facing controversial issues in their lives—with teachers, principals, peers, roommates, employers, and relatives. These are especially helpful during these polarized times. Participants will learn and practice: How to disagree with […]

    Moderated Discussion: Military Involvement in Law Enforcement

    Host Organization: Laramie County Alliance
    State/Region: WY
    Setting: In-person
    Laramie County Library, Cottonwood Room Pioneer Avenue 2200, Cheyenne

    How we are policed—how and by whom our laws are enforced—should be of interest to every citizen. You are invited to attend an in-person discussion about the involvement of the military (regular and National Guard) in law enforcement, and the militarization of local law enforcement. Panelists with experience in law enforcement, the military, and military […]

    Washington State Welcomes Those New To Braver Angels

    Washington State Welcomes Those New To Braver Angels

    Host Organization: Braver Angels
    State/Region: WA
    Setting: Online

    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 […]

    Depolarizing Ourselves with Bill Doherty – Live Stream Event

    Host Organization: Dakota County MN Alliance
    State/Region: MN
    Setting: Online
    Online

    Note: This event is live-stream of the mini-workshop "Depolarizing Ourselves".  You will attend this event on Zoom. Braver Angels Co-Founder, Bill Doherty will be presenting this event in person, and it will be streamed live for those who attend via Zoom. Please note that Zoom attendees will move into breakout groups for the activities, and […]

    Depolarizing Ourselves with Bill Doherty – In-Person event

    Host Organization: Dakota County MN Alliance
    State/Region: MN
    Setting: In-person
    Falcon Ridge Middle School 12900 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd, Apple Valley

    ** Local Focus: MN Note: This free* event is to be attended in person in Apple Valley, MN 55124. 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 […]

    What would you convey to your Congressman about Minnesota?

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Fairfax County
    State/Region: VA
    Setting: In-person
    McLean Governmental Center 1437 Balls Hill Rd., McLean

    Local Focus: Northern Virginia, DC, Montgomery County MD The situation in Minnesota has become a notable crossover issue between progressives, libertarians, and mainstream conservatives who are increasingly uncomfortable with the federal government's tactics. What would you convey to your Congressman about Minnesota? ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to […]

    Michigan Monthly Virtual Gathering

    Michigan Monthly Virtual Gathering

    Host Organization: State
    State/Region: MI
    Online US

    Restricted Attendance: All Michigan residents welcomed Local Focus: Michigan Residents This is a series of monthly gatherings for Braver Angels members of Michigan, and the public, previously known as the Virtual Alliance meeting. We'll be meeting to connect with one another for conversation and to help each other with our own depolarization efforts. ** This […]