Wednesday, October 14th - 8:00 pm- Online via ZOOM Monthly Discussion Topic: Social Media: Reaction and Response. Join us for a presentation and discussion on social media, our reactions and responses, and the Braver Way social media protocol. We will share examples on the themes we see as the nation prepares for midterm elections. RSVP Link.
Saturday, October 24th - 9:30 am -12:30 pm- In-person: Depolarizing from Within. A free workshop to help you become more aware of your "inner polarizer" and deep-dive practice using methods for disagreeing without contempt and ridicule, and constructively intervening in polarizing social conversations with like-minded people. Hosted by St. Mary and St. Martha Episcopal Church, Ridge Rd., Buford, GA. RSVP Link.
Sunday, October 25th - 1:00-2:30 pm - In-person Braver Faith: Depolarizing Ourselves. A free in-person session to become more aware of your "inner polarizer" and to learn methods for disagreeing without contempt and ridicule. For people of faith, civil discourse begins in recognizing the image of God in our conversation partner. Respect, not agreement, is essential to a healthy discussion. This workshop addresses how we may inadvertently be complicit in, or possibly even encourage, polarization. Hosted by Central Congregational UCC, Clairmont Rd., Atlanta, GA. RSVP Link.
Wednesday, October 28th - 7:00 Online via Vimeo - A House United - National Braver Angels Virtual Screening. A 90-Minute virtual screening event of the new documentary, A House United, hosted and produced by Braver Angels. This is not a story about polarization; it's the story of the efforts made by those doing something about it. Discover the work of over 10,000 individuals and organizations actively trying to unite a divided United States. Link to purchase tickets (includes 48-hour recording rental).
Saturday, October 31st – 12:00 - In-person BA Metro Atlanta Alliance Monthly Luncheon - 57th Fighter Group Restaurant, 3829 Clairmont Rd., Atlanta, GA. Let's celebrate this holiday of "costumes" by engaging in a Braver Angels Way "role-playing" exercise, and as always, great dialogue and fellowship. Questions? Email Denise Chiavetta at dchiavetta@braverangels.org. Please RSVP so we know how many people to prepare for!