DC Peace Team

We have an exciting #training coming up for professionals and leaders looking to improve work culture and communication. Our co-founder Eli, and Anthony Sartori will lead us in exploring how we might better our social connections and practice of Nonviolent Communication at work. Anthony is the founder of Evolving Minds, a mental health nonprofit with the mission to create a culture of care. Register at: https://lnkd.in/edwEFt23

??Spend March with DC Peace Team's many insightful and engaging events! Join us for workshops on restorative justice and sexual harm, navigating advanced trauma, and active bystander intervention! ? Register for all events at dcpeaceteam.org and we can't wait to see you there! ?? #NVC #Nonviolence #Trauma #Bystanderintervention #DCPeaceTeam #RestorativeJustice #Training #Peace

?? Join us for the restorative justice and sexual harm training ??? ??? Date: Saturday, March 1st, 2025 ?? Time: 11:00AM-2:00 PM ET? ?? Location: Online (Zoom link will be sent after registration) ? Register at dcpeaceteam.org ?What is it? Restorative Justice, or "RJ," is a philosophy and set of practices that engage the community in building relationships and repairing harm through inclusive dialogue, deep understanding, and shared power. ????This session focuses on healing through healing, accountability, and rebuilding trust. Participants will hear the story of a sexual harm survivor who engaged in a restorative process, highlighting its transformative potential. ?? $50–$110 requested to support our work! ?? contact Akanksha Marwah at [email protected] for more info Join us to build empathetic community! ?? #restorativejustice #peacetraining #dcpt

?? Introducing our Intro to Nonviolent Communication workshop! ??? ??? Date: Saturday, February 16, 2025 ?? Time: 2:00PM-5:30 PM ET (with break) ?? Location: Online (Zoom link will be sent after registration) ? Register at dcpeaceteam.org ??? You'll learn ???? Strategies and skills of nonviolent communication ???? How to navigate personal and professional social settings ?? Before the session,?identify a recent internal or external conflict that you are comfortable using as an example for our pair exercises. ?? $50–$110 requested to support our work! ?? contact Amanda Munroe at [email protected] for more info Join us to build empathetic community! ?? #NVC #nonviolence #dcpt #workshop

?? Join Us for Grief & Loss: A Restorative Perspective ??? ??? Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025 ?? Time: 10:00AM-12:00 PM ET ?? Location: Online (Zoom link will be sent after registration) ? Register at dcpeaceteam.org ?? Objectives ?Explore grief and loss within family, our bodies, and community ? Engage with restorative practices to increase capacity to deal with grief and loss???? ? Share personal strategies for responding to grief and loss ?? Sliding scale $45–$100! We welcome participation and enthusiastically invite all to join even if you are unable or unwilling to give money at this time. ?? Facilitated by Martha Cooper and Sal Corbin, Ph.D. ?? contact Sal Corbin at [email protected] for questions We'd love to have you join us create a safe and supportive space to navigate grief and loss. ??

We’re excited to announce the launch of our Nonviolent Skills Certificate Program! ?? By completing one introductory course and two advanced trainings in any of our five key tracks (such as Active Bystander Intervention, Anti-Racism, and more), participants will earn a certificate and receive exclusive DC Peace Team merch. ???? No application needed—simply start by registering for an Intro course and look for advanced topics throughout the year! Explore our public training schedule at https://lnkd.in/eX_v4W3f #Nonviolence #Peacebuilding #LeadershipDevelopment #DCPeaceTeam #CommunityEngagement #TrainingForChange

Unarmed Civilian Protection Training – Introduction to Key Strategies for Peacebuilding ????? ?? Date: Saturday, January 18, 2025 ?? Time: 12:00 - 3:00 PM ET ?? Location: Online (Zoom link provided upon registration) We are excited to offer an experiential workshop on Unarmed Civilian Protection (UCP), a proven methodology that emphasizes nonviolent direct action to safeguard civilians, reduce hostility, and foster lasting peace. This training equips participants with skills that can be applied in a variety of contexts, from political demonstrations to neighborhood conflicts and international peacebuilding efforts. Workshop Highlights: ?? Real-world experiences of unarmed protection and accompaniment ?? Practical strategies to enhance local peace infrastructures and re-humanize parties in conflict ?? Skill-building exercises through role-playing and active learning Learning Objectives: Share experiences and insights into unarmed protection and accompaniment Gain a deeper understanding of UCP’s strategies, methods, and impact Develop hands-on skills through role-playing scenarios based on real-life conflict situations Facilitator: Sal Corbin (he/him), a seasoned conflict mediator and trainer with extensive experience in Active Bystander Intervention, Restorative Justice, and Unarmed Civilian Protection. With a background in academia and nonprofit leadership, Sal brings a wealth of knowledge in conflict transformation and community building. Registration & Payment: Sliding scale payment: $50–$100 suggested (FREE for students). No one will be turned away for lack of payment. Your contribution supports our work in building peaceful communities. ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/eFcrU9XJ For inquiries, please contact Sal Corbin at [email protected]. Join us for this unique opportunity to develop critical skills in peacebuilding and civilian protection. Together, we can contribute to a more peaceful world. ?? #Peacebuilding #UnarmedCivilianProtection #ConflictResolution #PeaceEducation #SocialChange #Nonviolence #CommunityLeadership

?? We’re wrapping up this Giving Season at 77% of our goal, and we couldn’t have made it this far without YOU! ?? Thank you to everyone who donated or supported us in any way. ?? Though this season is ending, it’s never too late to contribute! ?? You can still donate at dcpeaceteam.org. Let’s keep the momentum going! ?? #ThankYou #GivingSeason #Grateful #KeepGiving #MakeADifference

?? We have some exciting events coming up this January at DC Peace Team! From peacebuilding workshops to training sessions in unarmed civilian protection, we’re ready to kick off the year with impactful opportunities for growth and action. Join us in building stronger, more peaceful communities. ???? Register for all events at dcpeaceteam.org #Peacebuilding #Nonviolence #CommunityStrength #UCP #DCPeaceTeam #SocialChange

? DC Peace Team's Favorite Memory of 2024 ? We’re reflecting on the powerful moments we’ve shared in the community this year. Your support makes events like these possible! This Giving Season, help us continue to build peace, foster connection, and create lasting change. ?? Donate today: https://lnkd.in/dwtHG4rT Every contribution helps us empower more communities. Thank you for being part of this journey! ?? #GivingSeason #Peacebuilding #SupportPeace #DCPeaceTeam #Nonviolence #CommunityImpact