Current Projects
Restorative Circles (2 hours)
This session is designed for a group of people, who 1) are working together based on a shared goal or interest (e.g., a team in the workplace, an interest group, an educational institution, etc.), also 2) are looking for a way to improve relationships between group members, and/or eliminate misunderstandings, disconnections, and conflicts.
Through the 2-hour session, participants will get a chance to learn and practice empathy and honesty, the two fundamental parts of Nonviolent Communication, and apply them in real-life situations. At the end of the session, participants may get a better understanding of how to express themselves with authenticity and empathic listening skills.
No-cost Training in Nonviolent Thinking and Communication
We offer online supported learning of NVC via a Meetup Group. There is no fee to join and classes range from beginner to advanced. Training focuses on the intention and thinking that precedes communication as well as what to say when one's intention is skillfully aligned. To participate, simply join this Meetup Group and sign up for an upcoming event. The Meetup group began as a local group in Phoenix, AZ but since has gone online and is open to anyone worldwide.
Support to Pod Building for CNVC Trainer Certification
We are supporting the creation of self-organizing groups ("Pods") of NVC practitioners interested in working towards certification by CNVC.org.
Past Projects
Connecting Across Extreme Differences (4 Sessions)
In this online class, we will explore how Nonviolent Communication (NVC) can help us connect with persons we believe are fundamentally different from us because of the groups they support, the ideas they espouse, and the things they say or do. At the end of the class, participants should experience more confidence in their ability to stay calm, speak authentically, listen without prejudice, and connect as human beings when engaging in polarizing conversations.