Rev. Dr. King's organizing work took place in the context of political polarization and violent, white supremacist terrorism. Within this challenging landscape, the Civil Rights Movement organized brilliant and courageous nonviolent direct action campaigns that strategically broke unjust laws and boycotted racially segregated systems. These campaigns put so much pressure on the status quo that political and economic leaders were forced to concede and our nation made concrete progress towards racial equity.

FNVW's work is part of the vast legacy passed on to us by the Civil Rights Movement. In fact, Civil Rights Leader Bernard Lafayette (SNCC and CORE Freedom March activist) helped develop the first Alternatives to Violence Project (AVP) workshops. AVP workshops incorporate the nonviolent strategies Civil Rights activists used when they encountered life threatening violence during direct action campaigns. The 12 Transforming Powers that are at the heart of AVP reflect the beliefs that guided King's nonviolent activism. FNVW's AVP program is helping to grow the next generation of nonviolent leaders in our community. I invite you to join us as we expand our AVP workshop offerings in 2024 and beyond.

The Civil Rights Movement offers us a tremendous wealth of wisdom we can draw upon as we address the pressing violence and inequities of today. In honor of MLK Day, I encourage you to educate yourself about Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the nonviolent strategies used by the Civil Rights Movement. We each have a role to play in creating the Beloved Community. Read on for resources and opportunities to guide and inspire you!

With Revolutionary Love, 
Leah

Join FNVW at the
26th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at Powderhorn Park

Check out the schedule of events and learn more at: ppna.org/mlkcelebration

Sign up for the
In-Person Alternatives to Violence Project Basic Workshop
January 26-28th

Workshop registration is now open for individuals interested in continuing their journey towards becoming an AVP workshop facilitator. We're especially dedicated to developing our team of youth workshop facilitators. Register today or contact katie@fnvw.org for more information!

Save the Date for People Camp 2024!

Check out the People Camp Guide or Video to learn more about what People Camp is all about!

"At People Camp I enjoy time together in shared community. I enjoy the trees and creative spaces and watching my kiddos be independent and enjoying free play!" 

Thank You To All Who Stepped Up

Our end of year fundraising campaign is over and we are so grateful to everyone who supported FNVW with one-time or recurring donations. Although we didn't reach our $55,000 goal and fully erase our budget deficit, we did make it to $43,000 and we couldn't have done it without you!

FNVW is in a strong position as we begin 2024. We're excited to continue to engage new partners and supporters in our critical violence prevention and peacebuilding work. 

With that in mind, it's not too late to make a donation if you haven't already. Any amount helps!

Your generosity is an investment in the next generation of nonviolent leaders.  

Upcoming Events

26th Annual MLK Day Celebration at Powderhorn Park: January 15th from 10 am – 2 pm

Nonviolent Direct Action Online Study Group: Thursday nights, January 25th - February 29th

January AVP In-Person Basic Workshop: January 26th, 27th and 28th

FNVW works to promote and create peace and justice in our community by using the principles and practices of nonviolence to transform conflict and to address the root causes of violence. Your financial support will help us move our mission forward into the future!