Re Covid-19:
All in-person AVP workshops (inside prisons, jails, and in the community) are postponed until further notice. Online workshops are happening – please list yours here!
AVP Facilitators, please submit your community workshop listings here! Your listing will be reviewed and added to the calendar promptly. Do not list prison workshops. If you are a visitor, and would like to take a workshop in prison or the community, please contact your nearest council or AVP CA for more information.
January 2019
Palmdale – Basic Level Workshop
Peaceful Relationships We all seek them...and yet conflict is a natural and inevitable part of everyday life. Destructive conflict can start with disappointments, irritations and frustrations. Unresolved conflict is one of the roots of violence. It is possible to learn new ways of handling differences. AVP workshops are for everyone seeking harmony in their work, family and community relationships. January 12-13 - Saturday & Sunday 8:30am – 5:00pm (both days) 1129 East Ave R4 Palmdale, California Sliding…
Find out more »4-PART BASIC WORKSHOP IN SAN FRANCISCO
Basic Workshop over 4 consecutive SATURDAYS: Saturday, January 12, 2018, 11:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Saturday, January 19, 2018, 11:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Saturday, January 26, 2018, 11:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Saturday, February 2, 2018, 11:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. At the ECS Canon Barcus Community House in San Francisco 165 8th Street (at the corner with Natoma St.), 1st Floor, 94103; 3 Blocks from the Civic Center BART Station A $10 to $125 donation requested. No…
Find out more »Bakersfield – Basic Level
Sat. Jan 26, 2019 & Sun. Jan 27, 2019 Both Days 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. The Basic AVP Workshop is an intensive, two-day learning experience which teaches interpersonal conflict resolution skills through a series of step-by-step processes. These experiences in small groups and one-to-one interactions build a sense of community and trust through exercises focusing on: Affirmation — Building self esteem and trust. Communication — Improving both listening skills and assertive methods of expression. Cooperation — Developing cooperative attitudes that avoid competitive…
Find out more »February 2019
Basic Level Workshop – Bakersfield
The AVP Basic Workshop The Basic AVP Workshop is an intensive, two-day learning experience which teaches interpersonal conflict resolution skills through a series of step-by-step processes. These experiences in small groups and one-to-one interactions build a sense of community and trust through exercises focusing on: Affirmation — Building self esteem and trust. Communication — Improving both listening skills and assertive methods of expression. Cooperation — Developing cooperative attitudes that avoid competitive conflicts. Creative Conflict Resolution — Getting in touch with the inner Transforming Power to resolve…
Find out more »Sacramento – Basic Level Workshop
Two Saturdays - February 9 & 16, 2019 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. both days. Lunch is included both days. $50 to $75, according to your ability to pay. (No one turned away due to lack of funds.) To register, contact Barbara Wallace: bwallace@omsoft.com or 916-736-3558.
Find out more »Palmdale – Advanced Level Workshop
Cultivating Empathy - Built on the skills learned in the Basic AVP Workshop, the Advanced workshop uses those skills to practice empathy and compassion and improve the ways we handle conflicts and relationships. February 9-10 Saturday & Sunday 8:30am – 5:00pm (both days) 1129 East Ave R4 Palmdale, California Sliding Scale $20-$50 Contact: Diana Couch (661) 942-3025 for information Please make check or money order payable to AVPH-AVP and mail to: (mailing address only) 43759 15th St. West #22, Lancaster, CA 93534
Find out more »Advance Level Workshop – BAKERSFIELD
This workshop is the 2nd level (ADVANCED). You must complete a Basic Level workshop prior to taking this one. Join us in Bakersfield for this weekend workshop. Connect with others in community and let's explore AVP together. Workshop Details: When: Saturday, February 23 & Sunday February 24, 2019 Location: Community Service Organization (CSO) 1124 Baker St Bakersfield, CA 93305 Time: 8:30AM Light Breakfast / 9 AM Workshop starts, Lunch provided both days / Workshop ends at 5 PM Both…
Find out more »March 2019
Palmdale – Training for Facilitators Workshop
The AVP Training for Facilitators Workshop focuses on developing a team contract and cooperative leadership styles. The goal is to empower individuals as leaders and AVP facilitators. Participants in the T4F Workshop gain experience in: • Working as part of an effective leadership team • Providing and receiving feedback • Personally communicating the concept of Transforming Power • Using role plays to encourage non-violent conflict resolution • Building a sense of community in a workshop • Developing self-confidence as a…
Find out more »Berkeley – Advanced AVP workshop
Two Saturdays, March 9 & 16, 8:30 am -6:00 pm Berkeley Friends Church, Berkeley, CA 1600 Sacramento Street (corner of Sacramento and Cedar) 2 blocks north of North Berkeley BART Parking available Snacks and lunch provided
Find out more »Nevada City Basic Level Workshop
Workshop is held at 112 Nevada City Hwy in Nevada City in the Houser room . Times are 6-9 PM Friday, 9=5 on Saturday and Sunday. Cost $25-125. No one turned away for lack of funds.
Find out more »Santa Barbara- Basic AVP Workshop
$25-$150 March 23-March 24 8:30-5:00 Saturday's location will be at 2012 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. Sunday's location will be at Valle Verde; 900 Calle De Los Amigos, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Find out more »April 2019
Santa Barbara- Basic AVP Workshop
$25-$150 April 6-April 7 8:30-5:00 Workshop will be held at 900 Calle De Los Amigos, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 $25-$150 Sliding scale fee. All welcome. NO ONE TURNED AWAY
Find out more »Santa Barbara- Advanced AVP Workshop
$25-$150 April 13 & April27 8:30-5:00 Two Saturdays. Workshop will be held at 2012 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. $25-$150 Sliding scale fee. All welcome. NO ONE TURNED AWAY.
Find out more »Training for Facilitators (T4F)
If you are interested in becoming an AVP facilitator, this workshop is a requirement. To take this workshop, you must have completed the AVP Basic Workshop. The location is Canon Barcus Community Building, 165 8th Street, 1st Floor, San Francisco CA, 94103 The dates and times are: Saturday, April 27, 2019, 10 AM to 3:30 PM; Sunday, April 28, 10 AM to 3:30 PM; Saturday, May 4, 2019, 10 AM to 3:30 PM To register contact Amy, the registrar for the…
Find out more »2nd Annual Hero’s Journey 5K Run/Walk for AVP California
Hero's Journey 5K Join us at the Los Angeles State Historic Park on April 20, 2019 for the Second Annual Hero's Journey 5k Run/Walk! WEAR YOUR FAVORITE HERO COSTUME (Optional) We welcome runners and walkers of all levels and ages. Have a joyful experience with friends and family while supporting a good cause. Kids Mile Run (12 And Below) $20 5K Run/Walk $40 Virtual Run $40 All Runners Receive T-shirt(pre-registered only) Custom Medal (guaranteed to the first 500 runners) Top…
Find out more »Nevada City Advanced Level Workshop
Workshop is held at 112 Nevada City Hwy in Nevada City in the Houser room. Times are 6-9 PM Friday, 9=5 on Saturday and Sunday. Cost $25-125. No one turned away for lack of funds.
Find out more »May 2019
Santa Barbara- Training for Falicitators AVP Workshop
$25-$150 May 4 & May 11 8:30-5:00 Two Saturdays. Workshop will be held at 2012 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. $25-$150 Sliding scale fee. All welcome. NO ONE TURNED AWAY.
Find out more »Santa Barbara- Basic AVP Workshop
$25-$150 May 18-May 19 8:30-5:00 Saturday will be held at 2012 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. Sunday will be held at 900 Calle De Los Amigos, Santa Barbara 93105 $25-$150 Sliding scale fee. All welcome. NO ONE TURNED AWAY.
Find out more »Nevada City – Training for Facilitators
Workshops is held at 112 Nevada City Hwy in Nevada City in the Houser room Times are 6-9 PM Friday, 9=5 on Saturday and Sunday. Cost $25-125. No one turned away for lack of funds.
Find out more »AVP USA Annual Gathering
Please see the AVP USA Annual Gathering website here for more information. AVP CA will hold a 3-hr meeting, 12:30-3:30 pm on May 26, as there will be no AVP CA Fall Gathering this year. We hope to see you in Oakland!
Find out more »June 2019
Santa Barbara- Basic AVP Workshop
$25-$150 June 1- June 2 8:30-5:00 Workshop will be held at 900 Calle De Los Amigos, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. $25-$150 Sliding scale fee. All welcome. NO ONE TURNED AWAY.
Find out more »AVP Basic Level – Bakersfield – Kern County
Join us for this 2 Day weekend experiential workshop with the Bakersfield community. Saturday June 22nd & Sunday June 23rd Workshop Starts at 9am - 5pm Light Breakfast at 8:30am & Lunch provided both days. Suggested donation $20 -120 **Scholarships are available Registration Link Below https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-workshop-on-creative-conflict-resolution-avp-bakersfield-tickets-61604619074
Find out more »Sacramento – Basic Workshop
Saturday, June 29 & Sunday, June 30, 2019 9:00am to 6:00pm both days. Lunch included both days. $50 to $75, according to your ability to pay. No one turned away for lack of funds! Contact Barbara Wallace to register, or for more information: bwallace@omsoft.com; 916-736-3558.
Find out more »July 2019
AVP Advanced Workshop – Sacramento
Saturday, July 27 & Sunday, July 28 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., both days Open to everyone who has completed a Basic Workshop $25 (or whatever you feel fits your budget) - AVP does not want cost to be an obstacle for anyone! Contact Barbara Wallace: bwallace@omsoft.com or 916-736-3558
Find out more »September 2019
AVP BASIC WORKSHOP Sept 14 & 15
This 2-day workshop will be held in Palmdale, CA. Sept 14 & 15 8:30am - 5:00pm 1129 E. Ave R4, Palmdale, CA Pre registration is required. Contact: Diana Couch avpav@aol.com 661-942-3025
Find out more »October 2019
AVP ADVANCED WORKSHOP OCT 5 & 6
THIS 2 DAY WORKSHOP WILL BE HELD IN PALMDALE,CA 1129 E AVE R4, PALMDALE 8:30AM - 5:00PM FEE IS SLIDING SCALE $20-50. NO ONE IS TURNED AWAY FOR LACK OF FUNDS. DONUTS/COFFEE INCLUDED.
Find out more »AVP Community Basic Workshop
What: A standard 18 hour basic workshop with Gatherings, exercises, and light and lovelies from the Basic Manual When? 3 sequential Saturdays: October 12, 19, 26 What time? 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM (snacks and lunch included) Where? Berkeley Friends Church at the corner of Cedar and Sacramento (2 blocks from BART) in Berkeley, California Cost? Sliding scale from $35.00 to $100.00. No one turned away for lack of funds Register? email: avpbaybridge@gmail.com or leave a message for Amy at…
Find out more »November 2019
AVP TRAINING FOR FACILITATORS (T4F) WORKSHOP NOV 2-3
This 2-day workshop will be held in Palmdale, CA. Sept 14 & 15 8:30am - 5:00pm 1129 E. Ave R4, Palmdale, CA Fee is $20-50 sliding scale. You will receive your own Basic Manual Contact: Diana Couch avpav@aol.com 661-942-3025
Find out more »AVP Training for Facilitators Workshop – Sacramento
Saturday, November 2 & Sunday, November 3, 2019 - 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., both days. Lunch, snacks, and materials included. You will receive your own Basic Manual. $25 suggested (no one will be turned away for lack of funds). To register, contact Barbara Wallace: bwallace@omsoft.com or 916-736-3558.
Find out more »December 2019
Advanced Level Workshop in Bakersfield, Ca
Saturday December 14th, 2019 - Sunday December 15th, 2019 8AM - 5PM Both Days Local Coordinator - Cathy Clark Kernavp@gmail.com 661-565-0949 Registration Link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/advanced-level-interactive-learning-community-circle-tickets-83035815359
Find out more »January 2020
AVP Basic Workshop – Sacramento
January 4 & 5, 2020 - 9am to 6pm both days. $25 or whatever you can afford (no one will be turned away due to lack of funds). Contact Barbara Wallace to register: bwallace@omsoft.com or 916-736-3558.
Find out more »November 2020
AVP CA 2020 Fall Gathering!
Calling all AVP CA Facilitators! Welcome to the 2020 CA Fall (Annual) Gathering for AVP California planned for November Sat 7th and Sun 8th 2020. This year, to no surprise, we will be doing a virtual Gathering on Zoom. Our request is that you complete the registration form and sign up ahead of time using the following link: REGISTRATION LINK All registered participants will receive a zoom link to attend the virtual CA Fall Gathering for Saturday and Sunday.…
Find out more »December 2020
December (Mon/Weds): AVP Basic Workshop Online and Research Study
The Alternatives to Violence Project (Los Angeles) is hosting THREE basic workshops in the months of December and January. Each workshop is FREE. Each online workshop takes place over one month in a series of 4 or 8 mini-sessions. These workshops also include anonymous participation in a research study on the effectiveness of AVP, and ask that you complete two questionnaires at the beginning and end of the workshop (this time is built into the workshop schedule), with the option of participating in…
Find out more »AVP Virtual Advanced via ZOOM
The 2nd workshop in the series. REQUIREMENTS: You must have completed the Basic workshop prior to taking this workshop. All Times are Pacific Times. You must be able to access the meeting via ZOOM with both audio and video capabilities. You must attend all sessions to get a certificate of completion. Friday Dec 11 5pm - 8pm Saturday Dec 12 8am - 4pm Sunday Dec 13 8am - 4pm
Find out more »January 2021
January (Sat/Sun): AVP Basic Workshop Online and Research Study
The Alternatives to Violence Project (Los Angeles) is hosting THREE basic workshops in the months of December and January. Each workshop is FREE. Each online workshop takes place over one month in a series of 4 or 8 mini-sessions. These workshops also include anonymous participation in a research study on the effectiveness of AVP, and ask that you complete two questionnaires at the beginning and end of the workshop (this time is built into the workshop schedule), with the option of participating in…
Find out more »AVP Virtual T4F (Training for Facilitators) Workshop
Final of 3 workshops in training to become a volunteer AVP Facilitators. REQUIREMENTS: Must have completed the Basic and Advanced AVP workshops. Must be able to access via ZOOM with both audio and video capabilities. All times are Pacific time zone. Must be able to attend all 5 sessions to receive certification of completion and become an Apprentice Facilitator. Fri. Jan 8 5pm - 8pm Sat. Jan 9 8am - 4pm Sun. Jan 10 8am -…
Find out more »January (Sat/Sun): AVP Basic Workshop Online and Research Study
The Alternatives to Violence Project (Los Angeles) is hosting THREE basic workshops in the months of December and January. Each workshop is FREE. Each online workshop takes place over one month in a series of 4 or 8 mini-sessions. These workshops also include anonymous participation in a research study on the effectiveness of AVP, and ask that you complete two questionnaires at the beginning and end of the workshop (this time is built into the workshop schedule), with the option of participating in…
Find out more »AVP Basic Virtual Workshop
The is the beginning workshop for the Alternatives to Violence Project. Learn basic conflict resolution skills to better deal with your family, friends, co-workers, neighbors. This is the first of three workshops required to become a volunteer facilitator with AVP. AVP facilitates workshops in the community, schools, prisons, jail, etc. all over the world. Requirements: Be able to access the meeting through ZOOM with both video and audio. Participants must attend all 5 session to get a completion certificate.
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