[act-ma] 11/3 SoJust ProfDev: Intro to Nonviolent Communication

[Robbie Samuels]

Just in time for the holidays and visits home to families of origin -
Introduction to Nonviolent Communication.

Monday, November 3rd from 6:00-8:30 PM. Learn the basic principles of NVC
and a specific communication method that you'll be able to apply right away!

Fee: $10 advance/ $20 door is split with the trainers.
Limited space - register ahead of time: www.sojust.org
Credit cards accepted online. Cash only at the door.
*Newcomers always welcomed*

On Tue, Oct 21, 2014 at 8:35 AM, Robbie Samuels <send2robbie at gmail.com>
wrote:

> Are you tired of conversations that involve aggravation, intimidation and
> manipulation? Want to communicate in a way that fosters respect, peace and
> connection?
>
> Join Socializing for Justice for a ProfDev introducing Nonviolent
> Communication on Monday, November 3rd from 6:00-8:30 PM. Learn the basic
> principles of NVC and a specific communication method that you'll be able
> to apply right away!
>
> Fee: $10 advance/ $20 door is split with the trainers.
> Limited space - register ahead of time: www.sojust.org
> Credit cards accepted online. Cash only at the door.
> *Newcomers always welcomed!*
>
> *This is a fragrance-free event. Please do not wear fragrances (scented
> lotions,  perfumes, etc.) or smoke just prior to attending. Thank you.*
>
> Speaking Peace - An Introduction to Nonviolent Communication
> Nonviolent Communication (NVC) is a way of communicating that strengthens
> our ability to stay in touch with our humanity and get our needs met, even
> under difficult circumstances. Instead of habitual responses, our words
> become conscious responses based on a clear awareness of what we are
> observing, feeling, and wanting. We are led to express ourselves with
> honesty and clarity, while paying respectful and empathic attention to
> others. Check out this brief intro video about NVC:
> http://youtu.be/a3zSNxE37OM.
>
> ABOUT OUR PRESENTER
>
> Gail Carroll has been offering Nonviolent Communication workshops and
> trainings in the Boston area since 2006. She is a 2006 graduate of the
> North American NVC Leadership Program administered by BayNVC.
>
> Gail co-facilitated the NVC Mediate Your Life 2012 East Coast immersion
> program with Paul Merrill, John Kinyon and Ike Lasater, and is an alumna of
> that program. In 2013, along with 4 other NVC trainers, she co-facilitated
> the 10th annual New York NVC Intensive - a highly respected week long
> retreat offering learning and immersion in NVC.
>
>
> SCHEDULE
> 6:00-6:30 Socializing - bring your own dinner
> 6:30-8:30 Training and Q&A
>
> DIRECTIONS
> <http://www.nonprofitcenterboston.org/site/c.ddKGIQNuEmG/b.1363373/k.5381/About_Us__Directions.htm> -
> The NonProfit Center is located one block from South Station at 89 South
> Street. The Center is physically accessible through the main lobby.
>
> ____________________________________________________
>
> Socializing for Justice - www.sojust.org
> Since 2006, we've been building this great sandbox where we can bring
> progressives of all stripes together and try out new ideas in this
> "Movement Moment". Spaces like this are crucial as we start to reframe and
> build new visions for our movement(s).
>
> SoJust hosts events that draw progressives of all stripes that share
> common values but may work on different issues. We host monthly socials
> that allow for the possibility of cross-issue connections and run a monthly
> ProfDev Series, hosted by The NonProfit Center*, which provides access to
> affordable professional development to increase our individual capacity for
> movement building.
>
> With over 2500 members and 8 years of creating a diverse cross-issue
> community in Boston (185+ events!), Socializing for Justice is the best
> place to find the great people, organizations and community you're looking
> for while putting the SOCIAL back in social justice.
>
> YES, WE MEAN YOU. We've got members of all ages, races, genders, sexual
> orientations, levels of activism and professions. We hope you see someone
> like yourself and meet someone you otherwise wouldn't have.
>
> Want to know more about SoJust? Check out our  Frequently Asked Questions
> <http://sojust.meetup.com/1/messages/boards/view/viewthread?thread=3187615>
>  and  past event photos <http://sojust.meetup.com/1/photos/>!
>
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