Nonviolence in action since 1981

 

Note from the Executive Director
Let's Get Together!

May and June are hopping with excellent opportunities to be together in person, building the relationships that weave the fabric of the beloved community! I encourage you to check out the many upcoming events and workshops featured below.

I especially invite you join us at the Friends School of Minnesota Plant Sale happening this weekend from Friday, May 10 - Sunday, May 12.

FNVW will be tabling, so stop by and say hi! Or consider signing up for a tabling shift. This event attracts thousands of people who are likely to be excited about our mission and vision.

By tabling with FNVW, you'll help connect the community to FNVW's work! Slots are 2 hours long. Talking points, FAQ sheets and materials will be provided! What could be better – growing FNVW while surrounded by beautiful growing plants! Sign up here.

With Revolutionary Love, 
Leah

 

FNVW uses the principles and practices of nonviolence to transform conflict and to address the root causes of violence in our community. Your financial contributions move our mission forward!

 

You're invited to attend

A Conversation with Garrett Bucks
author of the new book "The Right Kind of White"

A Conversation With Garrett Bucks, author of the new book, The Right Kind of White. 

Thursday, May 23rd at 7pm

Minneapolis Friends Meeting
4401 York Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55410

Light refreshments will be served. 

Hosted in partnership with Southwest Alliance for Equity, Minneapolis Friends Meeting, and Friends for a NonViolent World. 

About the Author: Garrett Bucks is a practicing Quaker and the founder of The Barnraisers Project, which has trained nearly one thousand participants to organize majority-white communities for racial and social justice. He is also the author of the popular newsletter The White Pages. Originally from Montana, he is a graduate of Earlham College and lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with his wife and two children. The Right Kind of White is his first book.

As we approach the fourth anniversary of the murder of George Floyd, together we can continue to reckon with race and what role we may play in dismantling systems of oppression.

 

Save the Date!
Annual FNVW Picnic on June 23rd

 

Mark your calendars for the annual FNVW Picnic!

Sunday, June 23, 2024
Location to be announced

11 am - 12:30 pm - All Ages
12:30 pm - 2 pm - Adults Only

We hope you'll join us as we kick off summer together as a community at this annual summer social event.

More information coming soon!

 

AVP-MN Advanced Level Intergenerational Workshop  
May 18th and 19th

Calling all Basic Level AVP Workshop graduates! Continue to develop your AVP skills at the upcoming Advanced Level AVP workshop. The focus of the Advanced Workshop will be chosen by workshop participants through consensus. Common themes include - but are not limited to - fear, anger, stereotyping, power and forgiveness. Mark your calendars and reserve your spot today!

 

The two day in-person workshop schedule is:  

Saturday, May 18th, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm - lunch and dinner included
Sunday, May 19th, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm - lunch included

Workshop Location:
The workshop will be held at a convenient location in Minneapolis. Details coming soon...

Sign up here to reserve your spot

Contact katie@fnvw.org for more information!

This workshop is offered free of charge. Thank you to Hennepin County for making this possible! 
Youth participants who graduate will receive a $50 Visa gift card as a thank you!

 

AVP-MN Training for Facilitators (T4F)
Intergenerational Workshop

June 1st and 2nd

All those who have completed their Basic and Advanced AVP workshops are invited to join us for this T4F workshop which will prepare you to become AVP facilitators, with a focus on youth workshop facilitation. 
This intergenerational workshop is for individuals ages 11 and older.

The two day in-person workshop schedule is:  

Saturday, June 1st, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm - lunch and dinner included
Sunday, June 2nd, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm - lunch included

 

Workshop Location:

Calvary Baptist Church
2608 Blaisdell Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55408

Sign up here to reserve your spot

Contact katie@fnvw.org for more information!

This workshop is offered free of charge. Thank you to Hennepin County for making this possible! 
Youth participants who graduate will receive a $50 Visa gift card as a thank you!

 

Register for People Camp 2024
Gathering the Community - Growing in Unity

People Camp is a unique, one week, intergenerational community living experience run by FNVW and open to all.  

Early Bird registration begins today! Sign up now to receive up to $40 off each registration.

A 3-day camp option is available again this year.

We can't wait to see you at People Camp!

At People Camp you'll discover: 

  • Shared community life and work
  • Opportunities for recreation and connection
  • Inspiring social justice themed workshops and action opportunities

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!" 

Find out more at: fnvw.org/peoplecamp

 

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!

 

Upcoming Events

People Camp Early Bird Registration: Now - May 31st

Friends School of Minnesota Plant Sale: May 10th - 12th

May Intergenerational AVP Advanced Workshop: May 18th and 19th

A Conversation With Garrett Bucks: May 23rd

June AVP Intergenerational AVP T4F Workshop: June 1st - 2nd 

FNVW Annual Picnic: June 23rd

 

May 9th, 2024

Friends for a NonViolent World
P.O. Box 4564  | Saint Paul, Minnesota 55104
651-917-0383 | info@fnvw.org

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