Alternatives to Violence Project ... Be a Peace Builder!!!

Type of help: Mission Statement: To empower people to lead nonviolent lives through affirmation, respect for all, community building, cooperation, and trust. Founded in and developed from the real life experiences of prisoners and others, and building on a spiritual base, AVP encourages every person's innate power to positively transform themselves and the world. AVP/USA is an association of community based groups and prison based groups offering experiential workshops in personal growth and creative conflict management. The national organization provides support for the work of these local groups Description: We facilitate 18-20 hour experiential workshops focused on communication and conflict resolution. We help people find their strengths in these areas and to develop new skills. This is a 30-year program presented all over the world in schools, communities and in prisons.

Languages spoken: ENGLISH

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How many travelers can volunteer?: Ask Alternatives to Violence Project or For more information: visit our website www.avpav.org or Contact: Diana Couch 661-942-3025 avpav@aol.com New Workshops coming in September. Check website www.avpav.org for dates

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Hours expected: Training workshops (3 of them) 18 hours each.

Availability: SKILLS: Conflict Resolution Mediation Public Advocacy

Wish List: REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 16 Orientation or Training Training workshops (3 of them) 18 hours each.

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