Apply for a Free Better Argument Project License

Thank you for your interest in applying for a free license. The resources and skills offered through this process will better equip you to engage in better arguments. Note: After we review your application, we will be back in touch. If you receive a free license, you will have access to additional tools, have the option to list your event on our community list and the opportunity to apply for seed funding.

1. Contact Info
Contact Person*
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Contact Email Address*
Contact Phone Number*
2. Event Info
Proposed Topic of Event
Proposed Approximate Date of Event
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Proposed Event Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Purpose of Event*
Expected Event Attendance*
Expected to attend the event are the following (select all the that apply)*
- Community members
- Business leaders
- Public officials
- Faith leaders
- Educators
- Other
Expected to attend the event are the following other
Provide the name of the nonprofit you are affiliated with that would receive seed funding to support your event*
How will this event be promoted?*
3. Community Need
Why does my community need a Better Argument?*
What can you achieve as a result of a Better Argument event?*
What experiences and other influences have shaped your beliefs about this issue?*
How will you seek additional perspectives to join the event related to the proposed topic?*
4. Tell Us More
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Five Guidelines for Hosting a Better Argument Event

<p>A successful Better Argument begins with reflection on your community and yourself.</p> — A successful Better Argument begins with reflection on your community and yourself.

<p>A successful Better Argument begins with outreach to build local support and a diverse audience.</p> — A successful Better Argument begins with outreach to build local support and a diverse audience.

<p>While no two Better Argument events are alike, every agenda should include a few key features.</p> — While no two Better Argument events are alike, every agenda should include a few key features.

<p>Follow up with the participants in your community, as well as The Better Arguments Project.</p> — Follow up with the participants in your community, as well as The Better Arguments Project.

<p>Our toolkit includes a variety of links and downloadable resources to be used in the planning and facilitation of the event.</p> — Our toolkit includes a variety of links and downloadable resources to be used in the planning and facilitation of the event.

The Aspen Institute Citizenship & American Identity Program

Apply for a Free Better Argument Project License

1. Contact Info

2. Event Info

3. Community Need

4. Tell Us More

Five Guidelines for Hosting a Better Argument Event