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!
Alliance/Members Meeting – Greater Cincinnati Alliance Meeting – November 2023
Crossroads Church - Oakley 3500 Madison Rd, CincinnatiSkills for Bridging the Divide – Standard In Person
First Presbyterian Church of Woodburn 950 N. Boones Ferry Rd (on the corner of 214), WoodburnSkills for Bridging the Divide – Standard In Person
First Presbyterian Church of Woodburn 950 N. Boones Ferry Rd (on the corner of 214), WoodburnAlliance/Members Meeting – In person discussion on Ukraine funding
Lewinsville Presbyterian Church 1724 Chain Bridge Road, McLeanSkills For Conversations About Public Policy & Race – IN PERSON
Yavapai College, Prescott Campus, Building 31, Room 102 1100 E. Sheldon Street, PrescottAlliance/Members Meeting – “Beyond Politics” Mix & Mingle Gathering
Cassano's Pizza King 4429 State Route 725, BellbrookAlliance/Members Meeting – Northeast Ohio Alliance Meeting
Parma Heights Library 6206 Pearl Road, Parma HeightsFamilies and Politics – IN PERSON
Community Activities Center, RAF Alconbury 685 Arizona Road, RAF Alconbury, Little StukeleyDepolarizing Within – In Person
Walkersville Library - Darrel L. Batson Community Room 2 S. Glade Road, WalkersvilleSkills for Bridging the Divide – IN PERSON
St. Francis by the Lake Episcopal Church 121 Spring Mountain Dr., Canyon LakeBRINGING TOGETHER THE POLITICAL LEFT AND RIGHT Eugene, Oregon
MannaHouse Church 89780 N Game Farm Rd (Not too far from Costco and Winco.), EugeneWeek of Events
Alliance/Members Meeting – An Evening with Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, Stanford Univ., COVID Epidemiologist
Alliance/Members Meeting – An Evening with Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, Stanford Univ., COVID Epidemiologist
This is a special event hosted by the Tucson Alliance and open to the General Public. Dr. Bhattacharya was opposed to lockdowns and mask mandates as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. He was a co-author in 2020 of the Great Barrington Declaration, which advocated lifting COVID-19 restrictions on lower-risk groups to develop herd immunity […]
Moderator Training Support Group – Online
Moderator Training Support Group – Online
Local Focus: Minnesota Complete Moderator Training with other BA members. Each group member will complete training activities on the Moderator Training Website (10-15 hours total). Each Monday in November, the group will meet (on Zoom) to discuss the training activities and share individual plans for using the training. After completing all required activities, individuals will […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – Greater Cincinnati Alliance Meeting – November 2023
Alliance/Members Meeting – Greater Cincinnati Alliance Meeting – November 2023
What is the Role of the Church in a Polarized World? Whether you are religious of any faith or not, this discussion promises to be uplifting and relevant. We’ll have frank discussions about how the Church can be both a polarizer and a depolarizer.
Red Caucus 2nd Tuesday Monthly Meeting
Red Caucus 2nd Tuesday Monthly Meeting
Restricted Attendance: Red members or subscribers only Red Caucus 2nd Tuesday monthly meeting. All reds are invited.
Debate Organizer Training
Debate Organizer Training
Do you want to bring a Braver Angels debate to your alliance? As part of our Rise For America Campaign for civic renewal, over 60 individuals have already taken action to become trained debate chairs! Whether you are training to be a debate chair (https://braverangels.org/rise-debate-training/) yourself or want to work alongside someone who is, this […]
Skills for Bridging the Divide – Standard In Person
Skills for Bridging the Divide – Standard In Person
Local Focus: Woodburn, Oregon Communication Skills for Bridging the Political Divide Workshop About this event There can be a lot of stress among family members and friends who are divided politically, and polarizing public conversation doesn't help. In this workshop you will learn and practice skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for […]
Skills for Bridging the Divide – Standard In Person
Skills for Bridging the Divide – Standard In Person
Local Focus: Woodburn, Oregon Communication Skills for Bridging the Political Divide Workshop About this event There can be a lot of stress among family members and friends who are divided politically, and polarizing public conversation doesn't help. In this workshop you will learn and practice skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – In person discussion on Ukraine funding
Alliance/Members Meeting – In person discussion on Ukraine funding
Local Focus: Fairfax County, VA Group discussion: how much aid our government should provide, and more broadly how we believe our nation should use its resources. We look forward to hearing your response the following questions: What is your opinion on further aid to Ukraine versus funding domestic issues? If you had authority to allocate […]
Ambassador Training Support and Discussion Group – Online
Ambassador Training Support and Discussion Group – Online
Local Focus: Minnesota Members Ambassador Support and Discussion Group One of the best ways to help BA meet its mission of bridging the partisan divide is for you to complete the Ambassador Training program. BA MN is conducting a moderator-led support group that helps members complete the training and plan individual ways to discuss BA […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – Michigan BA Member Meeting
Alliance/Members Meeting – Michigan BA Member Meeting
Local Focus: Michigan We are inviting all Michigan Braver Angels (BA) to join likeminded neighbors across the state striving to: refresh your depolarizing skills gain support for humanizing those on both sides of the issues form a community where efforts to discover common ground are shared Please join us on the second Tuesday of each […]
Film Discussion – ‘Greater Idaho’ Movement: Why Some Want to Leave Oregon
Film Discussion – ‘Greater Idaho’ Movement: Why Some Want to Leave Oregon
Watch a movie on your own, then attend a discussion of it made richer by the wide variety of viewpoints that participants hold. We choose films that address social, political or cultural issues that are relevant to society today. They may highlight liberal-leaning, conservative-leaning or independent themes, or feature actors or directors from opposite sides […]
Skills For Conversations About Public Policy & Race – IN PERSON
Skills For Conversations About Public Policy & Race – IN PERSON
Restricted Attendance: Members of Yavapai College OLLI Local Focus: Prescott, AZ For Reds, Blues, and Others Improve skills for listening to others and expressing your own views on race leading to more productive conversations. Note: This event is to be attended in person. The red/blue divide makes it hard for Americans of all races to […]
Join us for some social time at Kickback Jack’s!
Join us for some social time at Kickback Jack’s!
Restricted Attendance: People supportive of the Braver Angels mission to bridge the political divide and find common ground Local Focus: Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas Come kick back with the Braver Angels of Wilmington NC!
Alliance/Members Meeting – “Beyond Politics” Mix & Mingle Gathering
Alliance/Members Meeting – “Beyond Politics” Mix & Mingle Gathering
Beyond Politics is a new event that offers a brief break from political issues—a place where the focus is on getting to know people Beyond their Politics. This is an opportunity to spend time, in a relaxed setting, getting to know your fellow Braver Angels neighbors. Feel free to bring loved ones and friends. Also, […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – Northeast Ohio Alliance Meeting
Alliance/Members Meeting – Northeast Ohio Alliance Meeting
Local Focus: Northeast Ohio Northeast Ohio Alliance Meeting
Alliance/Members Meeting – Central/Eastern Washington Alliance Meeting – Online
Alliance/Members Meeting – Central/Eastern Washington Alliance Meeting – Online
Restricted Attendance: Attendees are asked to watch the Braver Angels Documentary "Reuniting America" before joining this meeting. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6kZpN5T3lU Local Focus: Intended for local alliance members but all are welcome
Families and Politics – IN PERSON
Families and Politics – IN PERSON
Local Focus: Greater Houston Area 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 […]
Members Meeting – Central/Eastern WA monthly Program meeting
Members Meeting – Central/Eastern WA monthly Program meeting
Local Focus: Central /Eastern Washington Alliance of Braver Angels Monthly alliance discussion meeting
BA Organizer Training – Online
BA Organizer Training – Online
Restricted Attendance: Trainees should register as a trainee Organizer before attending the first session. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5lVgDgX7RqttcoyufixBmkGos1sQp5BpiiGT-XWq-dzjKeA/viewform Braver Angels Organizers fill an essential volunteer function and are often the glue that holds BA workshops together. This 90 minute, weekly training is led by Organizer trainers, Casey and Yvonne. The four week training schedule starts on the first […]
We the People’s Forum: Does America Need A New Labor Movement? – Online
We the People’s Forum: Does America Need A New Labor Movement? – Online
The UAW and screen writers’ strikes have recently made headlines. However, only 10 percent of American workers are part of a labor union. Does America need a new labor movement? We’ll dive into the conversation with a politically diverse panel of first speakers. Our first speakers include a UAW regional leader, a non-union electrician, the […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – General Meeting
Solutions Exchange: Do Debates Depolarize? (Hybrid Event)
Solutions Exchange: Do Debates Depolarize? (Hybrid Event)
Join the Braver Angels DC Alliance for a hybrid in-person / online event focused on whether and in what ways debates reduce political polarization. Braver Angels has a robust debate program, but it is important to explore the actual impacts on polarization of watching, attending, or participating in debates. All who RSVP will receive a Zoom link […]
Utah Monthly Member Meeting – Online
Utah Monthly Member Meeting – Online
Local Focus: Utah Meet other Utah Braver Angels, ask questions, learn about opportunities to participate or volunteer, and receive updates and encouragement. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org
National Debate: Indictments of Political Figures
National Debate: Indictments of Political Figures
Join Braver Angels to debate. About this event Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – "Resolved: The DOJ has the integrity to carry out fair indictments of political figures." Come join us for this free national debate, in which all participants from across the ideological spectrum will have an opportunity to speak […]
Families and Politics – IN PERSON
Families and Politics – IN PERSON
Restricted Attendance: Attendees must have access to RAF Alconbury 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 […]
Forum for Braver Angel Mental Health Professionals
Forum for Braver Angel Mental Health Professionals
Restricted Attendance: Mental Health Professionals Only This is a meeting for mental health professionals from across the political spectrum to provide information, consultation, and support to one another for working with clients who have diverse views on politics and social issues. June 16th Topic: Discussion of the article "How Therapists Became Social Justice Warriors" by Lisa […]
Families and Politics – IN PERSON
Families and Politics – IN PERSON
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 […]
Bridging the Divide on Climate Solutions Workshop
Bridging the Divide on Climate Solutions Workshop
Open to everyone! ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Media contact: Ciaran O'Connor, ciaran@braverangels.org
Organizer Training – Crash Course
Organizer Training – Crash Course
Complete the entire Organizer Training in a single day. This training session follows the weekly Organizer training schedule but offers all eight modules in one day. At the end of the day you will be ready to schedule your qualifying session to become a trained Organizer. You can also choose to attend individual modules for […]
Depolarizing Within – In Person
Depolarizing Within – In Person
A free workshop to help you become more aware of your "inner polarizer" and learn methods for disagreeing without contempt and ridicule About this event 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 […]
Families and Politics – IN PERSON
Families and Politics – IN PERSON
Local Focus: Jackson County, Oregon 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 […]
Braver Angels: Reuniting America
Skills for Bridging the Divide – IN PERSON
Skills for Bridging the Divide – IN PERSON
Communication Skills for Bridging the Political Divide Workshop About this event There can be a lot of stress among family members and friends who are divided politically, and polarizing public conversation doesn't help. In this workshop you will learn and practice skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common ground, and affirm […]
Family & Politics
Family & Politics
About this Event Description Family relationships are becoming casualties of our toxic political environment. Family members are having nasty political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships. If you want to preserve important family bonds while still being true to your values and political beliefs, this workshop will offer you: Insight into […]
BRINGING TOGETHER THE POLITICAL LEFT AND RIGHT Eugene, Oregon
BRINGING TOGETHER THE POLITICAL LEFT AND RIGHT Eugene, Oregon
Local Focus: Oregon Join Braver Angels in Lane County for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion on hot topics currently facing Oregonians.
Depolarizing Within – IN PERSON
Depolarizing Within – IN PERSON
A free workshop to help you become more aware of your "inner polarizer" and learn methods for disagreeing without contempt and ridicule About this event 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 […]
SongSquare
SongSquare
Members of the Braver Angels Songwriting Community are invited to share their latest song for the month and participate in discussion about healing division through art.