We offer free presentations and workshops!
Might your organization, club, or church like to hear more about Braver Angels Arkansas or learn about research on political polarization and possible solutions? We are happy to speak with your group or leadership, and we can tailor the content and length to suit your group's needs. We can also provide training in skills for engaging across the political divide through a variety of Braver Angels workshops. Email: ar-coordinators@braverangels.org
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Community Civil Conversations: Carroll County
Braver Angels Arkansas in Carroll County invites you to join us for our monthly meeting on the 4th Sunday. Coming up on January 25, from 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., at Gotahold Brewery, 409 West Van Buren, in Eureka Springs, we will meet in the smaller room using the entry door to Just Bee Coffee and turn right at the end of the hallway. Each month we meet to discuss ways to respectfully engage with folks who have perspectives that are different from our own.
Topics change monthly. Currently looking for volunteers to facilitate meetings - please reach out to Dawn if interested by emailing grooverdawn@gmail.com
Our meetings are open to everyone, regardless of political affiliation. We seek to promote respectful conversation and community building, especially with folks who have perspectives that are different than our own. No registration is required to attend.
Questions: Call Dawn: 501-337-3582
Community Civil Conversations: Hot Springs
Co-sponsored by Braver Angels Arkansas & Garland County Library
March 1st, topic: “Healthy Conflict”
The partnership between Braver Angels Arkansas and Garland County library has met a need for citizens to have dialogue on difficult topics to build trust and listen for understanding. The conversations are structured using Reflective Structured Dialogue (RSD). This methodology promotes thoughtful reflection and careful listening while creating a safe space for participants to share personal experiences and values, even on divisive topics. A trained facilitator relies on prepared questions pertinent to the topic, conversation agreements and designated times for speaking and reflecting to ensure everyone has a chance to speak and to listen without interruption.
Series schedule: We meet 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. on the 1st Sunday of each month
at the Garland County library at 1427 Malvern Ave, Hot Springs, AR 71901. No registration is needed. Questions? Email cathi@fiberpipe.net or call: 307-763-6015
Please join us on Sunday, March 1st for a conversation on “Healthy Conflict". This facilitated conversation will pose questions on go-to responses to conflict, exploring feelings and perspectives, finding solutions, and moving forward. Skills on promoting healthy dialogue will be offered. Anyone willing to commit to respectfully listening to others with curiosity, and to sharing your own views with respect, is welcome. Come join us and bring a friend with different political views to practice respectful dialogue.