Events
Braver Angels workshops are typically free events as part of our mission to depolarize America. Braver Angels is a 501(c)(3) non-profit. We invite you to consider a gift to Braver Angels; all donations are tax deductible. Your support will allow us to offer more workshops and debates with the ultimate goal of uniting America. To donate to Minnesota Braver Angels, click here.
All events are free and open to the public, unless specified otherwise. Minnesota events. are listed below. To find a national event, visit the Events Calendar on the national Braver Angels website. The national BA events calendar offers in-person and online events, and can be searched by date and location. Most Registration links go to Eventbrite, a service that lists events and manages registrations.
Upcoming events and activities in Minnesota
Twin Cities East Metro Alliance - Jan. 28
Bridging the Divide: Hopes and Concerns for the Trump Presidency (In-person)
Tuesday, January 28, 2025 7-8:30 pm
Country Inn & Suites Radisson
6003 Hudson Rd, Woodbury, MN 55125
Our feelings and thoughts about the outcome of the election are as divided as the election itself. Feelings range from excited and hopeful to concerned and fearful. We don't need to agree, but our democracy will be stronger if we at least understand and respect the other side. If you want to prepare, consider making a list beforehand of your three top hopes and concerns. That's not necessary but could help you better articulate your thoughts. Be part of the solution to depolarizing in the East Metro. You may even be surprised.
In this 90-minute session, participants will:
● Articulate their hopes, concerns and fears about the election outcome
● Learn about the experiences, feelings, and beliefs of those on the other side of the political divide about the 2024 election
results.
● Ask curious questions of the other side.
● Gain insights to help depolarize our community and the nation post-election.
● Determine if there is any common ground on hopes and concerns post-election 2024.
Questions? Contact Melinda Voss at mvoss@braverangels.org
Ely Alliance - Jan. 30
Common Ground: Copper-Nickel Mining in the Rainy River watershed
Thursday, Jan. 30, 5:30-9 pm
Join us for a Common Ground Workshop on Copper-Nickel mining in the rainy river watershed.
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 or abortion. Together participants talk about their connection to the issue and their opinion on solutions. By the end of the 3-hour workshop, participants have come up with jointly and unanimously held Points of Agreements on values, concerns and policies.
The Common Ground workshop is an out-growth of Braver Angels signature Red-Blue workshop and allows participants to go deeper into a single issue. Points of Agreement can be fleshed out at future group meetings, and when possible lead to joint Red-Blue actions such as op-eds, joint speaking and meetings with legislators.
Goals:
To delve into a single issue where citizens differ, and learn how each other sees the problem
To delineate areas of common ground and points of agreement
To learn something that might be helpful to others in our community and the nation.
West Suburban Alliance - Jan. 31
2025 Kickoff Meeting
Friday, Jan. 31, 6:00-8 pm
Join us for an informal social gathering. After ordering food, we'll brainstorm ideas for what we'd like to do in 2025: social events, discussions, etc.
Note: You will not need physical or virtual tickets in order to attend this event
*Tickets are Free, Donations Help Use promo code BRAVER during registration to get a free ticket. Donations beyond the free ticket support Braver Angels, 501(c)3.
Questions? Contact hmann@braverangels.org
