We bring Americans together to bridge the partisan divide and strengthen our democratic republic.
About Us
Braver Angels is a national citizens’ movement bringing liberals, conservatives and others together to bridge the partisan divide. Through workshops, debates, and other programming, we endeavor not to find centrist compromise, but to find one another as citizens—to listen and understand each other beyond stereotypes and to reduce the vitriol that poisons our civic culture. Our focus in not on changing people’s views, but on changing people’s views of each other.
Events
Depolarizing Within
SAT JULY 9, 2:00PM-5:00PM ET (Zoom)
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. Become more aware of your "inner polarizer.” Learn methods for disagreeing without contempt and ridicule.
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Option (members only):
Take 40-minute e-course now ⧉
Skills for Social Media
On Demand
Social Media posts are often highly polarizing. In this 40-minute e-learning course, you'll learn how to improve the culture of posts and conversations in social media as a constructive alternative to the polarized and judgmental exchanges that dominate the current discourse. This can inspire more productive conversations and even lead to joint action with people of all political leanings.
Take 40-minute e-course now ⧉
(open to all)
Newcomers & Volunteers
Resumes Fall 2022
New to Braver Angels? Curious about what our CT Alliance is up to? Already a member, but looking to put your talents and interests to work as a volunteer? Bring your questions, ideas, and enthusiasm to this brief info session with fellow citizens who seek civil conversations with those who hold differing views. Learn how you can help bridge the partisan divide and strengthen our democratic republic!
This Intro event is repeated regularly, so if you can't make it this month, stay tuned for the next one, or just email us with your questions and interests.
Our Newest Initiative
Braver Politics
American politics is broken.
Become part of the solution.
Braver Politics is a national initiative to depolarize our politics and remake our political culture from the ground up in a spirit of trust, citizenship, and good-will. By fostering opportunities for elected officials, candidates, and their staffs to participate in Braver Angels programs with each other and with constituents, develop skills for communicating across difference, and build constructive relationships across partisan divides, Braver Politics will influence our politics at the local, state, and federal level going into the next election cycle and beyond.
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Join Us
Become a member of Braver Angels for as low as $12/year. For those in Connecticut, joining Braver Angels automatically makes you a member of the local alliance. Enjoy benefits like free eLearning Courses, special events, volunteer opportunities, and more.
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Volunteer
Once you're a member, you can start volunteering with the Connecticut Alliance. Whether it’s organizing an event or promoting our efforts, your help is needed to bring red, blues, and others together to talk, listen, and understand. Let us know how you'd like to help!
Support Us
Donate
Help us build a house united by making a one-time donation to support the efforts of the Connecticut Alliance. We welcome donations from members and non-members alike (if you're not a member and would like to join, see "Join Us").
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Subscribe to the Braver Angels Connecticut email list to get updates on news and upcoming activities, as well as workshops, skills trainings, and debates sponsored by Braver Angels national and other state alliances.