2025 Month of Nonviolence

Recontextualizing Nonviolence
2025-09-14 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-21 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-28 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Recontextualizing Nonviolence will offer 8 different topics. You do not have to take every session in order to engage with the material. There is an option to complete the 8-part workshop series as well that will earn you a certificate of completion. Please fill out this form for any of the topic dates, outlined below, you wish to attend. You only need to fill this form once.

The series is designed to interrogate and transform understandings of nonviolence. Violence is humankind’s oldest enemy. Before there was technology, race, gender, or even the concept of America, there was violence. Over time, violence has evolved to wear many faces, speak many languages, and infiltrate every system and structure around us. We are all victims and vestiges of this violence.

This series acknowledges and analyzes white supremacy as a primary vehicle for violence. White supremacy is not just an ideology; it is a regime, a culture, a religion, a framework, and a mechanism for harm. It shapes the ways we see ourselves, each other, our work, and the world we move through. This workshop series centers the belief that nonviolence must be just as adaptive, expansive, and powerful as the violence it seeks to resist.
Using lessons from Avatar: The Last Airbender, metaphors of vampirism and viruses, constructions inspired by The Wizard of Oz, and intersectional historical analysis, we will examine white supremacist violence across personal, relational, institutional, and societal dimensions to develop tools to intervene with care, accountability, and radical imagination. This is a space for critical reflection, community dialogue, and skill-building. We will challenge conceptions of nonviolence as solely being passive or quiet. Instead, we will explore nonviolence as confrontation, disruption, sacred rage, and collective healing.
We are all affected by white supremacy; thus, this workshop is for everyone.
If you are:

interested in social justice work
a scholar of race or anti-racism
interested in nonviolence work
an educator, organizer, artist, healer, or cultural worker
working in a nonprofit, corporation, community, or organization
unknowledgeable or uncomfortable with race, white supremacy, resistance, or violence
a curious mind interested in storytelling, metaphor, and pop culture as tools for resistance and liberation

This workshop is for you.

AI Training
2025-09-17 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
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Restored Sisterhood Circle
2025-09-18 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-02 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-16 20:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | VA
Insightful discussions that bring understanding to emotionally complex relationships.

Peace circle
2025-10-01 | Ibeju-Lekki Senior high school Ibeju-Lekki Lagos State, Ibeju-Lekki Senior High School, Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos, 100001, Nigeria
We will be having two community high schools coming together in one of the schools in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria to have on UNDERSTANDING HOW TO ADAPT ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR POSITIVE CHANGE IN SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT

The Protection of Womanhood
2025-10-03 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | VA
In partnership with Black Women for Positive Change and A Bridge 2 Light, the Brothers of the 13th International District of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. invite you, your family, friends, and colleagues to join us in launching the 14th Annual Month of Nonviolence. We will be hosting a powerful virtual presentation titled “The Protection of Womanhood”

The Language of Partner Abuse: Are We Actively Listening?
2025-10-04 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Facilitated and Sponsored by the DC Peace Team
Date: Sat. October 4th, 1:00am-4:00pm ET
Location: ONLINE (Zoom link provided after registration and about 24 hrs. before the session)**
For questions contact Sal Corbin at sal.corbin@yahoo.com
Effective partner communication is essential to long-term success, happiness, and satisfaction in relationships. Chapman’s Five Love Languages has been a model for understanding the language of our significant other. This session reveals the psychological foundations for unhealthy communication which can challenge people’s sense of safety and security in the world and compromise their identity which informs their relationship choices. Abuse or neglect towards partners can be one of these outcomes. We will focus on language preferences that intentionally or unintentionally cause harm through manipulation, deceit, or control. Alternate ways of effectively communication will be visited and demonstrated.
Objectives:
1) Awareness – raise awareness of effective communication
2) Insight – Review typical communication styles that produce harm
3) Skills – learn how to support families/friends/colleagues/neighbors that are in abusive relations
4) Provide resources for partner violence situations

7 Days of Prayer for the Month of Nonviolence, Families and Understanding AI
2025-10-05 19:30 - 20:30, 2025-10-06 19:30 - 20:30, 2025-10-07 19:30 - 20:30, 2025-10-08 19:30 - 20:30, 2025-10-09 19:30 - 20:30, 2025-10-10 19:30 - 20:30, 2025-10-11 19:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
JOIN THE 7 Days of Prayer for the Month of Nonviolence, Families and Understanding AI
VIRTUAL EVENT
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89707580167?pwd=[REDACTED]

Choice of friendship and their contributions to individual growth and development in Life
2025-10-10 13:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | # 1, Shofela Close Moshalashi Bus Stop Alagbado Lagos state, 1, Shofela Close, Moshalashi Bus Stop Alagbado Lagos state, Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
The event will take place in a School environment as it’s a conducive environment for learning .However,Attendees will not be just Students

Choice of Friendship and their contributions to individual growth and achievement in Life
2025-10-10 13:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | # 1, Shofela Close Moshalashi Bus Stop Alagbado Lagos state, 1, Shofela Close, Moshalashi Bus Stop Alagbado Lagos state, Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
The event will take place in a school environment as it is a very conducive environment for learning

AI for Good: Digital Tech and AI for Wellness
2025-10-10 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | VA
Come join us at Joe’s Movement Emporium for an evening of discussions, demos, and insights on how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing mental health tech for wellness. Learn from experts in the field, such as keynote speaker Craig DeLarge of WiseWorking Leadership, and discover the latest innovations aimed at promoting mental well-being. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, mental health advocate, or simply curious about the intersection of AI and wellness, this event is perfect for you. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to explore how technology is being used for good in the realm of mental health. See you there! Click the link to register. Space is limited.

Intro to Unarmed Civilian Protection
2025-10-11 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | VA
Unarmed Civilian Protection and Accompaniment is a methodology for teams that offer direct protection of civilians and others, reduction of hostility, re-humanization of parties, as well as increasing local peace infrastructures. This workshop will be largely experiential and learning-by-doing. The skills learned can be modified and applied in many facets of life, including political demonstrations, local events, accompaniment of those in danger, neighborhood conflicts, and international conflicts.
Objectives:
1) Sharing experiences of unarmed protection and accompaniment
2) An increased awareness of the orientation, strategies, methods, and impact of unarmed civilian protection
3) Acquiring skills by role-playing how peace teams use these strategies and tactics in local community conflicts

Intimate Partner Violence: Pathway to Healing and Support
2025-10-14 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Event
Join us for a 2 hour interactive webinar on Intimate Partner Violence: Pathway to Healing and Support. There will be a panel discussion followed by a Q & A session.
By the end of the webinar, participants will be able to:1. Define intimate partner violence (IPV) and identify the various forms it takesbeyond physical abuse (e.g., emotional, financial, sexual, psychological).2. Recognize the signs and patterns of IPV across diverse communities,cultures, and genders.3. Explore culturally relevant approaches to healing and support, especially forBlack, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC).4. Understand the unique challenges survivors face in seeking support,including stigma, fear, legal barriers, and access to culturally competentresources.5. Hear real-world examples of how advocacy, faith-based support, andcommunity engagement contribute to healing and prevention.6. Examine the intersection of IPV and incarceration, and how systemicinequities impact survivor outcomes.7. Encourage community involvement and prevention strategies, includingmentorship, awareness programs, and cross-sector collaboration.
ZOOM LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/wh9TlbVETBi1MJBd9byMNg#/registration

Youth Basketball Summit
2025-10-18 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | YMCA Portsmouth, 4900 High St, Portsmouth, VA, 23703
Teen Basketball Summit (Ages 13 to 17)
Improve your basketball skills and engage in a round table discussion, overall an opportunity to interact with other young men. Afterwards there will be a showcase game to show off your basketball skills to family and friends.

AI Summitt: What Comes Next?
2025-10-18 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Join Zoom MeetingZoom Meeting Link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85903659355?pwd=[REDACTED] MEETING ID: 859 0365 9355 PASSCODE: [REDACTED]
AI is transforming our lives, leading to significant job losses including 300,000 held by Black women, concerns over compromised elections, and racial bias in various sectors. However, it also presents new opportunities, with many leveraginglaunch businesses and become marketing and consulting experts. The overall impact is significant and multifaceted.
POSITIVE CHANGE FOUNDATION & BLACK WOMEN FOR POSITIVE CHANGE
Join Zoom MeetingZoom Meeting Link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85903659355?pwd=[REDACTED] MEETING ID: 859 0365 9355 PASSCODE: [REDACTED]

Active Bystander Intervention and ICE Situations
2025-10-18 14:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Saturday, Oct. 18th, 2-5pm ET
Location: ONLINE; Zoom link provided in the confirmation window that will pop up after you complete this registration form. It will also be sent via email about 24 hrs. before the session
Contact: Eli McCarthy, emccarthy@dcpeaceteam.org
This training focuses on effective skills for assessing, de-escalating, and diffusing a harmful or inappropriate behavior (bullying, harassment, physical violence) in situations when ICE may arrive. It provides participants with the tools they need to quickly recognize when they are bystanders, evaluate the consequences for everyone involved, and take action. Our training sessions promote nonviolent alternative approaches for defusing harmful situations and engaging with the aggressor and those subject to harmful acts.

*This advanced session will focus on the strategy of developing early response to ICE situations. It will include but not be limited to strategy for preparing to protect immigrants at a sensitive location, such as a school or religious community.
Objectives:
1) Increased awareness of active bystander intervention examples
2) Learning about ICE and situational awareness
3) Strategic tactics to mitigate harm during ICE incursions.
Payment is requested on a sliding scale. Please consider $50-$100 to support our work and help us better serve the community. No one will be turned away for lack of payment and we welcome you either way.

United Against Hate Week
2025-10-19 - 2025-10-25 | VA
United Against Hate Week (October 19-25, 2025) is a week to activate and connect our local communities and neighbors to stand up to hate and bias. Community leaders, elected officials faith groups, educators and activists find ways to share their values of safety and belonging for all. Find an event or share what you are doing in your community to stand up to hate. Find ideas for action for communities and schools. Unitedagainsthateweek.org

Peace Circle Panel Discussion Forum: How AI Impacts Systemic Thinking in Young People
2025-10-20 15:15 - 16:15 (America/New_York) | VA
This is JVMP’s third year partnering with Dr. Stephanie Myers, President & CEO, Black Women for Positive Change Inc., to expand collaborative strategies within the Archbishop Carroll High School (ACHS) community, which will extend to local and national stakeholders. Dr. Cherie Ward, Director of the Jim Vance Media Program/JVMP Club (JVMP), Mr. Rafiu Bakari, Department Chair, History, Chair, Business, Education and Technology/Women of Carroll, Ms. Sonya Wilson, Ms. Jasmine Gant, English Department and Mr. Stan McNutt, Social Justice Club/Religion Department will execute this project as an inter-departmental/club collaboration to execute a Peace Circle Panel Discussion Forum for our students, grades 9 – 12.
A panel of six students will address issues with a student audience. All ACHS students, faculty, and staff can come and participate with the understanding that our maximum capacity for the event will be six panelists and 50 people in the audience.

One Night That Can Change Kuntaur: A Virtual Nonviolence Event with Mayor Jawara
2025-10-22 08:00 - 20:00 UTC | Virtual Event
Oct 22: Discover proven ways to end violence & build stronger families in Kuntaur.

Living Together with Difference: Faiths, Cultures, Perspectives
2025-10-24 14:00 - 17:00 (Africa/Lagos) | School Hall, Ilaro Campus, Ogun State, Nigeria., Nigeria
In an increasingly diverse world, learning to live together with difference is essential for building peaceful and inclusive communities. This means embracing varied faiths, cultures, and perspectives with respect and openness. By fostering dialogue, empathy, and mutual understanding, we can move beyond tolerance toward genuine connection, where differences are not just accepted but valued as strengths that enrich our shared human experience.

VOICES, VISION, VICTORY-COMING TOGETHER AS ONE
2025-10-25 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | VA
Celebrating the 14th Annual Month of Non-Violence at the New Mount Olivet Baptist Church with performances, music and stories.
