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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 […]
Join us for our monthly meeting and participate in a free interactive workshop: Skills for Disagreeing Better. Learn: *How to disagree with others without demonizing, dismissing, or stereotyping large segments of our nation’s population or members of your community * How to listen to understand those with whom you disagree. * To share your views […]
Restricted Attendance: Mid-Willamette Valley Alliance Members and Friends Alliance Discussion: DEI. Join us to watch a video in which four current and former DEI officers discuss their views, pro and con. We'll break out for group conversations, and then will share those conversations during a debrief.
Local Focus: Ely Area Alliance Gathering ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
Local Focus: Orange County, CA Join Braver Angels for our monthly discussion meeting. 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 […]
** 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 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 perspectives in ways that helps both sides see more to the story and understand each other better. The evening may include an educational component geared […]
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 […]
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.
* Restricted Attendance: A buffet lunch is served, but guests must pay $16. Presenting the Braver Angels approach to one of the local Rotary organizations.
California’s “jungle primary” election process has brought a 2026 ballot with 61 candidates for governor. All voters, regardless of party, can vote for any candidate. The top two vote-getters advance to the general election in November. Is this democracy at its best or a confusing mess? Critics of the jungle primary process include both Democrats […]
* Local Focus: Maryland 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 […]
**Local Focus: Southern California Join us for Episode 2 of Bridging the Gap! If you enjoyed Episode 1, you’ll love Episode 2! If you missed Episode 1, no worries… we’ll show the Episode 1 trailer to catch you up! In Episode 2 of Bridging the Gap, Director/Democrat Dave Rosenberg and Producer/Republican Susan Gorrell leave the […]
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 Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues (4-8 of each) - for a deep dive into a problem, such as addressing climate change, electoral reform […]
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 Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues (4-8 of each) - for a deep dive into a problem, such as addressing climate change, electoral reform […]
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 Conservatives and Liberals - Reds and Blues (4-8 of each) - for a deep dive into a problem, such as addressing climate change, electoral reform […]
Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – Resolved: Elections should use ranked-choice voting. 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 spectrum will have the […]
Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – Resolved: There should be a moratorium on AI data centers. 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 […]
Do you speak to be understood? Do you speak to create a connection? Can you express your opinions without attacking someone else's? Let’s talk about it--It’s free! We have spent the last few sessions on the emotional aspects of listening and being heard. We have felt our emotions rise at certain phrases and statements. It […]
An introduction to Braver Angels with some reflective exercises and discussion. This presentation provides participants with an introduction to Braver Angles and an overview of its principals. During this presentation, participants will: Participate in several discussion activities. Watch a short video with a message from BraverAngels CEO Maury Giles Hear about the personal cost of […]
The Westchester County Alliance presents The Insight Lounge: An afternoon of fun, food, film, and conversations that matter We’ll play a short Braver Angels game, then sit back and watch a documentary, A Citizen’s Guide to Preserving Democracy, followed by a discussion. Come meet other alliance folks in a relaxed social setting and make new […]
What does racial justice mean to you?
BMN Beat: How are We Using Music Right Now?
* Local Focus: Colorado Springs, Colorado Join Colorado Springs At-Large Councilmembers David Leinweber, Brian Risley and Lynette Crow-Iverson, along with city staff, for a Braver Angels-facilitated town hall on Tuesday, June 2, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., at the Downtown Center YMCA (207 N Nevada Ave). City leaders invite residents to raise questions and help work […]
* Local Focus: Temecula Valley Join us for some Interfaith dialogue over a burger and beer.
* Local Focus: Kitsap County Washington Discuss how the Republican Party has changed since the WWII Era.
Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – Resolved: Christian practices have no place in US government. Remember, our resolutions never represent Braver Angels' stance on any issue, and we alternate between speeches for and against the resolution. Come join us for this free National Debate, in which all participants from across the […]
** 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!
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.
** Restricted Attendance: Blue-leaning participants; a different workshop can be offered for red-leaning people **Local Focus: Wyoiming This workshop is adapted to use with the Quakers state meeting weekend. Learn safe and effective ways to communicate liberal values and beliefs in environments where conservative ideas are assumed to be correct. Focus of the workshop: This […]
