- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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2 people are interested
Be a part of something that is making a real difference in peoples lives
ORGANIZATION: ALTERNATIVES TO VIOLENCE PROJECT
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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2 people are interested
An AVP workshop can make a difference for you if...
- You're tired of conflict sapping your energy and creativity.
- You want to deepen personal relationships
- You're looking for new communication skills.
- You want to reduce violence in your community.
- You're looking for whats good in you and others.
- You are energized by cooperation.
Our mission is simple...
To empower individuals to lead nonviolent lives by learning about relationships, communication and conflict resolution in workshops throughout the community
AVP Brings together diverse groups to develop new skills for a safer community. Areas explored in a workshop: Anger, Relationships, Laughter, Community Building, Violence, Conflict Resolution, and so much more.
Evidence-based research shows AVP makes a difference:
- Reduces internalized anger
- Trauma-informed methodology opens communication by all participants
- Encourages community between individuals who never would have spoken to one another
- Peer facilitation gives credibility to program
- Significantly lowers level of expressed/experienced anger, lowers rates of confrontation.
- Alternatives to Violence Project/California is certified as a Service Enterprise by Points of Light indicating a high level of expertise in volunteer management
- See detailed reports at http://avpcalifornia.org/about-avpca/research-about-avp
- Basic Facilitator training is completed in 3 non-consecutive weekends.
- Each level is offered in a 18-22 hour weekend.
- Fees are reasonable, with a sliding scale ranging from $25 to $125. Fees include all materials, Light breakfast, snacks and lunch both days. Scholarships are available.
WORKSHOP LEVELS
❖Level One: Basic Workshop
➢Exploring methods of communication
➢Learning about creative ways of resolving conflict
➢Establishing a base of self-esteem, affirmation, trust and cooperation
❖Level Two: Advanced Workshop
Advanced workshops focus on:
➢The underlying causes of conflict such as fear, anger, stereotyping, power and powerlessness, as well as"old history" and behavior.
➢Taking a deeper look at ways of resolving conflicts, including communication and forgiveness.
➢Experiencing consensus as a decision-making process. Participants choose the focus of the work.
❖Level Three: Becoming a Facilitator - Training for Facilitators (T4F)
Begin by completing the Basic and Advanced AVP Workshops **If you would like to become a volunteer Facilitator of the AVP process, take the Training-for-Facilitators/Trainers {T4F) Workshop.
This workshop is designed for those who expect to be active in AVP community and/or prison workshops.
T4F teaches the skills needed to help run workshop, such as:
➢Group process skills
➢Working as a cooperative team
➢Hands-on experience➢Specific AVP methods: Agenda Building, Exercises, Transforming Power, Light and Livelies, Role Plays,etc.
➢As a last step in the training, you will apprentice with one or more facilitation teams in workshops and work with a local group, to develop your skills and confidence, until you are a full-fledged Facilitator.
You're invited to join us January 26 & 27th for the Basic Level workshop. Be a part of something that is making a real difference in Kern County! Be a part of AVP
More opportunities with ALTERNATIVES TO VIOLENCE PROJECT
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About ALTERNATIVES TO VIOLENCE PROJECT
Location:
2005 Eye Street, Suite 4, Bakersfield, CA 93301, US
Mission Statement
AVP is a program working to reduce violence by learning about relationships, communication, and conflict resolution through workshops in prisons, jails, and the community. We are a volunteer-run, non-profit, organized by local volunteers. We invite you to learn about AVP, take a workshop, and even become a volunteer facilitator!
Description
The thinking behind AVP
We understand that conflict is a natural and normal part of life, and that it is possible to learn new ways of handling it. By holding workshops in which the participants consider the underlying causes of friction and violence, practical ways of dealing with situations of conflict are worked out. Our workshops build on everyday experiences and try to help us move away from violent or abusive behavior by developing other ways of dealing with conflicts. They help us to increase the respect we have for ourselves and others.
Workshop Settings AVP is for everyone, everywhere. AVP workshops are designed to easily adapt to the characteristics of each setting.
In Prison AVP has been known to help reduce violence within prisons, reduce recidivism, and improve communication both among the incarcerated community and with prison authorities.
In Communities AVP has been known to help improve interpersonal relationships and reduce incidents of domestic violence.
Schools AVP has been known to help reduce classroom-related violence and improve playground friendships and academic skills.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1819 Brundage LaneBakersfield, CA 93304
DATE POSTED
January 23, 2019
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- 3 Non-consecutive Weekends