Workshops

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Communication that Connects (The Basic Workshop)

A 4 to 7 hour experiential workshop on Nonviolent Communication (NVC), with follow-up practice group(s). This basic workshop guides you in understanding:

  • The essentials (the four steps) of the NVC process.
  • How to share empathy and honesty.
  • How to free yourself from the hidden violence of our everyday language.
  • Experience the power of connection at the level of feelings and needs through real-life examples and role playing.

You and others may be amazed at the shift that takes place once individuals truly learn to understand each other.

Connecting Across Differences

A 7-hour workshop that incorporates tools from The Basic Workshop and conflict transformation tools from the Lombard Mennonite Peace Center. A great resource for creating understanding in tense situations, despite differences in beliefs, cultures or attitudes, this workshop provides proven conflict-transformation tools. In this workshop, you can:

  • Learn the nature and role of conflict.
  • Understand and improve your typical response to conflict.
  • Learn the dynamics of conflict in groups, and how you can be an effective force for reconciliation.
  • Role-play typical conflict situations to learn what brings peace.

Communication for Social Change

A 7-hour workshop that brings together tools from The Basic Workshop with applications of the NVC process to work effectively for social change. Topics especially geared to social change that you learn include:

  • The importance of mourning in social change work and how to renew your vision.
  • The problem with enemy images and how to transform them.
  • How to talk in the halls of power and be heard.
  • How to make your meetings more effective.

Custom Programs

Nonviolent Communication creates an atmosphere of trust and respect for families: children, teens, and parents. It is invaluable for educators, supervisors, and counselors. It is a great team-building and leadership tool for workplace groups and nonprofit boards. We will design a program to fit your needs.

Do-It-Yourself Nonviolent Communication Training

Become a training center for NVC. Develop a culture of compassion. We can provide you with video "workshop" resources and follow-up resources as well as assist ongoing practice groups in choosing books and Nonviolent Communication videos for further exploration and enjoyment (949 400-3379).

The Importance of Follow-up Practice Groups

Why is follow-up so important? Learning the new language of NVC requires practice and a supportive community. At the close of each workshop, small follow-up practice groups are scheduled for those who want to further develop their skills. Call us for information about existing practice groups in your area.

  • The first Bonding Session of the practice group is facilitated by us; the rest are led by members of your group. A Connector in the group checks in to let us know how the group is doing. These groups are fun and effective!
  • Session lesson plans are provided. Participant books can be purchased separately. Experienced NVC facilitators may be invited to contribute to one or more sessions of your practice group. We will help you choose books and videos to continue as a group after completing the lesson plan.

It is our vision that your organization develops a culture of true Nonviolent Communication. Using video resources, you can create your own intro workshops for newcomers. You can then identify individuals within your organization who have gifts in NVC to become recognized trainers, empathizers and peer mediators, which can have an incredibly positive impact on your organization as a whole.