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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 […]
* 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 […]
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
* 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 […]
** Local Focus: Glens Falls, NY area Join us to view and discuss the Braver Angels documentary, "Reuniting America."
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
** 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 […]
This welcome social has been rescheduled from Feb 10th to Feb 17th. 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 […]
Local Focus: Central Ohio ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
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 […]
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 […]
Are you a Braver Angels Debate Chair or Chair-in-Training? If so, join us for the next Braver Angels Debate Chair Forum. This space will be an opportunity for Debate Chairs and Chairs-in-Training to connect and learn from one another and other BA leaders!
Casual, yet structured, conversations in which you can bring up your hottest political topics and practice the skills we need to have civil conversations about them. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org
Local 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
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! […]
Join 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
At this event, the Braver Angels Film Club invites you to delve into the exciting, dismaying, confusing world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with a broad collection of videos on the topic. First is a collection of reports by CBS News' 60 Minutes, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KpOcUrPdx-4&t=3s about an hour and 20 minutes. Next is an interview of 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!
Local Focus: Washington, DC Join us for a social gathering with the DC Braver Angels Alliance.
Tackling Wicked Problems in our Communities: How to Build Local Capacity through Deliberative Engagement and Courageous Citizenship Presented by Martín Carcasson, Ph.D., a professor in the Communication Studies department of Colorado State University and the founder and director of the CSU Center for Public Deliberation (CPD).
Inflation, wages, and the shrinking middle in an age of permanent crisis Americans are often told the economy is “strong,” yet many households feel increasing strain. Rising prices, healthcare costs, housing shortages, child care expenses, and labor gaps tied to immigration raise difficult questions about responsibility and accountability. This forum will explore—not debate slogans—how market […]
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: South Shore 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. […]
Local Focus: Oregon Pairs of Braver Angels will meet with state legislators to inform them about who Braver Angels are, what the Oregon Rural/Urban Project is, why they should care, and how they can join the bipartisan caucuses in the House and Senate. We aim to raise name recognition and credibility of the Braver Angels […]
Braver Angels works to build constructive conversations across divides. Maury Giles, our new CEO of Braver Angels, is traveling the country to engage directly with community members, local alliances, and to hear their stories and learn from their work on the ground. This event is designed to strengthen relationships, surface local insight, encourage co-creation within […]
