AVP workshops use the shared experience of both participants and facilitators to examine how injustice, prejudice, frustration and anger can lead to aggressive behavior and violence. You will work as part of an AVP facilitation team to lead workshops that seek to release everyone’s innate power to positively responds to violence in in new and creative ways. By transforming ourselves we are transforming the world.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate at least 2 weekend long workshops a year
• Attend team building meetings prior to your workshop
• Promote the AVP program
• Some travel required (to local workshop locations)

Training and Support

• Orientation to the organization and programs
• Orientation provided on volunteering in the prison system
• Participation in three AVP workshops: Basic, Advanced, and Training for Facilitators (T4F)
• Directly supported by the AVP Steering Committee
• Ongoing collaboration with FNVW staff and other volunteers

Time Commitment

• Facilitate at least 3 workshops a year
• 1 year commitment after initial training

Organizational Summary

Friends for a NonViolent World (FNVW) seeks a world free from violence and the threat of violence. We champion nonviolence as the foundation for effective programs and actions to promote the dignity of every human being. Our programs demonstrate the power of nonviolent action and transformation at personal, community and institutional levels.

FNVW is a Quaker-inspired organization that welcomes volunteers from all faith practices as well as volunteers with no religious orientation. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization. We encourage volunteer applications from individuals of all backgrounds and life experiences.

Contact Leah Robshaw Robinson to learn more! Volunteer@fnvw.org; 651-917-0383