Alternatives to Violence Project (AVP)
The Neighborhood Mediation Center supports AVP in a variety of ways. NMC highly recommends that everyone experience one of the workshops. See our events page for updates and upcoming AVP workshops.
The Alternatives to Violence Project (AVP) is an international, volunteer-led peacebuilding initiative that helps individuals and communities develop practical skills for transforming conflict without violence. Founded in 1975, AVP now operates worldwide, offering experiential workshops in schools, neighborhoods, community organizations, and correctional facilities. Rather than relying on lectures, AVP uses interactive exercises, games, role-playing, reflection, and shared problem-solving to strengthen communication, cooperation, trust, empathy, and respect. At the heart of the program is Transforming Power, the belief that everyone has the capacity to respond creatively and constructively to conflict, building healthier relationships and more peaceful communities.
AVP's community and youth programs bring people from diverse backgrounds together to explore differences, build connections, and develop skills for navigating difficult situations. Youth workshops emphasize self-confidence, emotional awareness, active listening, cooperation, and nonviolent responses to bullying, anger, fear, and misunderstanding. Programs are adapted for schools, youth organizations, community groups, and young people facing challenging circumstances. Through hands-on learning and shared experiences, participants discover common ground, practice constructive approaches to conflict, and develop skills they can carry into their families, friendships, schools, and communities. AVP's broader goal is to strengthen individuals while creating more resilient, inclusive, and connected communities.
Alternatives to Violence Project (AVP) Youth Camps bring young people together for three days of experiential learning in communication, cooperation, trust, and nonviolent conflict resolution. Through interactive activities, role-playing, and shared problem-solving, participants build stronger relationships, develop empathy, and learn practical skills to navigate conflict and create more peaceful, connected communities.
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