2/5 - 2/7 - Alternatives to Violence Project

BASIC COMMUNITY WORKSHOP

FEBRUARY 5 - 7,  2010
Salem Friends Meetinghouse
490 - 19th NE
 
The Alternatives to Violence Project is a grassroots, volunteer program dedicated to reducing violence in our streets, in our schools, in our homes, in our prisons and in our society.  Each day, thousands of people are victimized by violence.  Each of these represents a personal interaction that has failed.  AVP is designed to help people create successful interactions. Individuals learn how to resolve disputes without arguments.
 
The workshop is interactive and experiential, without handouts or charts.  Through a variety of exercises and activities, including games and fun, we focus on communication, trust, building community and sharing ideas.  It is totally voluntary, but involves a firm commitment to a full weekend.
 
This workshop is an opportunity to learn new skills, deepen personal relationships, and make a difference in our communities.
 
Friday evening,  6 - 9 p.m.
    Saturday:   8 a.m. - 12; meal break; 1 - 5 p.m.; break; 6 - 9 p.m.
Sunday:  1:30 - 5:30 p.m.
There is no fee for taking part.
 
AVP started at Green Haven Prison in New York state in 1975 when inmates contacted Quakers about help in learning nonviolemt conflict resolution techniques.  It has spread, mostly by word of mouth, throughout the US and is used in some 50 countries overseas.  Pioneering work is being done in Africa, between tribes in Kenya, the Hutus and Tsutsis in Rwanda and Burundi, with soldiers in Russia, and elsewhere.
 
Meals will be provided on site. (Contributions appreciated)
 
Please contact Rose Lewis if you are interested in taking part.  lewisrr@xpressdata.net  503 792 3238

Information from Eugene City of Peace 1.17.10