Phoenix Alliance Meeting
Host Organization: Phoenix Alliance State/Region: AZ Setting: In-person Phocus Financial 7600 N. 16th Street, Ste 100, PhoenixPhoenix Alliance meeting: Discussion of Constituent Conversation with Rep. Greg Stanton
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Events calendar
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Events
Skills for Disagreeing Better
Host Organization: State Partner Org(s): Third Act State/Region: NH Setting: In-person Tenney Memorial Library 4886 Main St. South, NewburyNote: 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 […]
Cincinnati Alliance Meeting – May 2026
Host Organization: Cincinnati Alliance Group State/Region: OH Setting: In-person Lifespring Christian Church 1373 W Galbraith Rd, CincinnatiWhen the Conversation Hits a Nerve…Don’t Take The Bait! YOU Can Lead the Conversation OR Watch It Implode At the next Cincinnati Braver Angels Alliance gathering, we’ll tackle the moment we all know too well: - When your chest tightens. - Your patience thins. - You’re backed into a corner. - Do you shut down […]
Equality Caucus (LGBTQ) Monthly Discussion Meeting. Topic: What is the Role of Allies in the LGBTQ Rights Movement?
Host Organization: Other Setting: Online Online US* Local Focus: The Caucus has more than 100 signed up members from across the United States (and a few outside the USA). Our monthly discussion topics have been varied (see historical list at our webpage) and our conversations welcoming to all, discerning and friendly. We meet in the Braver Way and review that mutual […]
Talking Politics Meetup
Host Organization: Southern Willamette Valley Alliance State/Region: OR Setting: In-person Oakshire Public House 207 Madison St., Eugene* Local Focus: Eugene/Springfield and surroundings, Oregon We will divide into pairs and have three, 20-minute, topic-focused conversations, followed by unstructured social time. Find your Braver Angels hosts at an outside table with BA posters.
Skills for Disagreeing Better
Host Organization: Braver Angels Fairfax County State/Region: VA Setting: In-person McLean Government Center 1437 Balls Hill Road, McLeanNote: This event is to be attended in person. Join us on May 12 and learn essential skills for communicating across differences and finding common ground with respect and a […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – Current Events Discussion: The National Popular Vote Interstate Compact
Host Organization: Central/Eastern Virginia State/Region: VA Setting: Online Online USCurrent Events Discussion
Skills for Disagreeing Better
Host Organization: Dakota County MN Alliance State/Region: MN Setting: In-person Dakota Hills Middle School 4183 Braddock Trail, EaganNote: This event is to be attended in person. Is political tension hurting your family and friendships? Learn how to understand the values and concerns of people who see politics […]
Michigan Monthly Virtual Gathering
Host Organization: State State/Region: MI Online USRestricted 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 […]
Alliance Discussion Gathering
Host Organization: NW Willamette Valley Braver Angels Alliance State/Region: OR Setting: In-person BG's Food Cartel 4250 SW Rose Biggi Ave., Beaverton** Local Focus: Oregon's Washington and Yamhill counties Practice your depolarizing conversation skills in a Braver Angels casual meet-up, while supporting local businesses. Look for our signs at one of the picnic tables (we will be outside, so be prepared for the weather).
Portland Metro BA Monthly Meeting
Host Organization: Braver Angels of Portland State/Region: OR Setting: In-person Montavilla Church 9204 SE Hawthorne Blvd, PortlandLocal Focus: Portland, Oregon Monthly Discussion Meeting for Braver Angels Portland Metro ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
Monthly PDX Depolarization Gathering
Host Organization: State State/Region: OR Setting: In-person Montavilla Church 9204 SE Hawthorne Blvd, PortlandJoin 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! […]
Alliance/Members Meeting – Idaho State Alliance Monthly Meeting (ID – State)
Host Organization: State State/Region: ID Setting: OnlineJoin 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
Debate Volunteer Forum: May 2026
Host Organization: BA National - Debates Setting: Online Online USAre you a Braver Angels Debate volunteer or volunteer-in-training? If so, join us for the next Braver Angels Debate Volunteer Forum. This space will be an opportunity for Debate volunteers and volunteers-in-training to connect and learn from one another and other BA leaders!
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!
Monthly Alliance Meeting
Host Organization: SWFL Alliance State/Region: FL Setting: In-person Temple Beth El (Fort Myers) 16225 Winkler Road, Fort MyersJoin SWFL Braver Angels for our monthly Membership & Information Session on Thursday, May 14, 2026, from 6:00–8:00 PM EST at Temple Beth-El in Fort Myers. This gathering is a welcoming space to build relationships, share ideas, and help shape local Braver Angels programming, workshops, and initiatives rooted in courageous citizenship.
Reprise of National Film Club Discussion – Eighth Grade
Host Organization: Other Setting: Online Online USNote, this is NOT a film screening. Please watch the movie before you join us for the discussion. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWt4OaMVLJk&rco=1 Eighth Grade (2018) is a modern, realistic, coming of age drama that explores what life is like for a struggling teenager growing up in an American suburb today, at a time when social media is both […]
Civic Conversations
Host Organization: Braver Angels Bloomsburg State/Region: PA Setting: In-person McBride Memorial Library 500 North Market Street, BerwickPlease 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.
Give your Elevator Speech a Lift!
Host Organization: other Setting: Online Online USAs 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 […]
Braver Politics Office Hours
Host Organization: Braver Politics State/Region: - National Setting: Online Online US* 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.
Depolarizing Ourselves
Host Organization: Braver Angels Silicon Valley State/Region: CA Setting: Online OnlineNOTE: While this free event is being organized from California, it is open nationwide to anyone who is interested in attending a short online workshop. About this event Polarization is […]
Eyes Wide Open: Navigating Media Bias
Host Organization: Temecula Valley Braver Angels State/Region: CA Setting: In-person Wildomar Public Library 34303 Mission Trail, WildomarLocal Focus: Temecula Valley Have you noticed that nobody seems to agree on the basic facts about current events anymore? Everybody is sure their sources of information are reliable. But the discrepancies between two sources’ accounts of the same event can be so glaring, it’s like they didn’t occur in the same country. So how […]
Depolarizing Ourselves
Host Organization: State Partner Org(s): Leonardtown Rotary Club State/Region: MD Setting: In-person Leonardtown Library 23630 Hayden Farm Lane, LeonardtownNote: 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 […]
Common Ground Workshop: Policies to Address Unauthorized Immigrants in U.S. Today
Host Organization: BA National - Citizens Commission on Immigration Setting: Online OnlineAbout this event Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on Policies to Address Unauthorized Immigrants in U.S. Today. The Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop brings together equal numbers of […]
King County Braver Angels May Meeting
Host Organization: Western Washington Alliance State/Region: WA Setting: In-person Ballard Library 5614 22nd Ave NW, SeattleJoin us from 3:00-4:30 on May 16 at Ballard Library. We'll talk about recent successes and challenges, practice an important skill (are you good at steel manning an argument you disagree with?), vote on future meetings, and try a mixer game.
Families and Politics
Host Organization: State Partner Org(s): Braver Angels of Western Massachusetts State/Region: MA Setting: In-person Easthampton Library Annex 52 Main Street, EasthamptonFamily 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 […]
Skills for Disagreeing Better
Host Organization: Chicagoland Braver Angels Alliance Partner Org(s): First Presbyterian Church of Wilmette, Congregation Sukkat Shalom State/Region: IL Setting: In-person First Presbyterian Church of Wilmette 600 9th Street, WilmetteNote: 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 […]
Immigration Discussion
State/Region: FL Setting: In-person Firehouse Cultural Center Annex 305 N US Hwy 41, RuskinImmigration Discussion will focus on concerns and values ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
Braver Angels Member and Community Appreciation Reception
Host Organization: Colorado Southern Front Range Alliance State/Region: CO Setting: In-person Parker Task Force Meeting Room 19105 Longs Way, ParkerBraver Angels Member and Community Appreciation Reception
Depolarizing Within
Host Organization: Braver Angels Tampa Bay Alliance Partner Org(s): Manatee County Indivisible State/Region: FL Setting: In-person Central Library 1301 Barcarrota Blvd W, Bradenton* Local Focus: Sarasota/Manatee Counties 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 […]