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Washington State Welcome Socials are held online every other month. Register for the next one here!
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Braver Angels offers free, short eLearning courses that can help you learn some basic skills, such as bridging the divide, depolarizing within, and dealing with family conflict. Take one now!
1:1 conversations a novel way for people with different backgrounds to connect personally and as citizens who are concerned for their country. The process involves two structured 1-hour conversations between two people over Zoom. More information can be found here.
Find a workshop that interests you! More information can be found here.
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Find Your Alliance
National News
On September 23rd, our elected officials from across the political spectrum came together to sign a letter calling for an end to political violence and the reckless rhetoric that fuels it — and we played a role in it.
This move from our elected officials is bold and countercultural. At a time when so many are championing division, they are taking a stand against it. That is a huge victory for this growing movement!
Check out the Full letter HERE
Where Braver Angels Started!
Braver Angels is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bridging political divides by fostering respectful dialogue and mutual understanding among individuals with differing perspectives. Through workshops, debates, and community events, we aim to reduce polarization and promote civil discourse. Braver Angels seeks to strengthen democracy by encouraging empathy, collaboration, and constructive engagement across ideological lines. Read more about the Braver Angels mission here.
Our About page is a great place to start to learn more about the local Washington state team, and how you can get involved!
Additional Resources & Links
WA State Braver Angels: wa.braverangels.org
National Braver Angels: braverangels.org
Braver Angels Events: View the events calendar here
Volunteer Opportunities: volunteer training