Building Blocks of Peace Workshops
Our workshops are led by local practitioners and will help you engage the places you care about more deeply.
Saturday, March 7
Help Me and Let Me Help You
Jeanine RiversBeat 634 Facilitator & Medical Liaison
In this workshop, you will learn about:
- The importance of knowing your neighbors & local community.
- The importance of 'power in numbers'.
- The importance of knowing and working with the police in your area.
Organizing to Build Power
Artinese ThomasLive Free Illinois
In this workshop, you will learn about:
- Practical tips on organizing others
- Getting turnout to your meetings and actions
- Group communications methods
Bold Resistance Against Violence Everywhere
Tre BosleyBRAVE Youth
In this workshop, you will learn about:
- Community Violence Intervention (CVI) and groups in the space
- Creating peaceful environments
- Starting your own peace initiative
Civic Energy Workshop
Jahmal ColeMy Block My Hood My City
In this workshop, you will learn about:
- Tools for building community
- How to solve local challenges
- Resources for block leaders & organizers
Giving Back Without Burning Out
Corine BarnesCorine Logics LLC
In this workshop, you will learn about:
- How to prevent burnout and compassion fatigue
- Recognizing the impact of trauma
- Tools for sustainable community service
SOUTH
Saturday, March 7
9:30am-1:30pm
New Progressive MB Church
9425 S Perry Ave, Chicago, IL 60620
Washington Heights
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