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Youth Leadership: Newsletter
Our mission is to “help people practice nonviolence more safely and more effectively,” and there could not be a more propitious or critical time to do that. For our latest newsletter, we discuss how youth are leading the way in waking up the US to action around challenging gun violence. You’ll also find links to… read more
Whole-Person Education: Newsletter
One thing’s for sure: there’s a deep need for whole-person education. The Metta Center aims for precisely this with our Certificate in Nonviolence Studies: program participants engage their minds, bodies, and spirits in the learning. In this week’s newsletter, we share an announcement: Our next 6-month Certificate course will run May 2 – October 2… read more
Nonviolence Tips for HS Students
In this week’s episode of Nonviolence Radio we review key dynamics and principles of nonviolence for those participating in #NeverAgain, #March4OurLives and for those supporting the US high school student movement to end gun violence. In part two of the show, we review news, resources, and events of nonviolence happening all around our beautiful world. … read more
What We Owe Life: Newsletter
On April 20, the anniversary of the Columbine shooting, high school students around the country are being called on by their peers to walk out of school and, some say, not return until assault rifles are banned. If you are one of them, get in touch with us: we would like to talk to you… read more
Newsletter: Black History Month 2018
In the US, we designate February as Black History Month, to commemorate and celebrate African-American achievements and contributions. It’s an opportunity to honor voices and perspectives that have often been left out or marginalized—and to go beyond the “heroes and holidays” approach to the month by learning all year. Plus: Our latest Nonviolence Radio show… read more
Interrupting Incarceration with Nonviolence
Kazu Haga of East Point Peace Academy comes back to Nonviolence Radio with one of his students, Dion Martin. Martin became a trainer for Kingian Nonviolence through Kazu’s program while incarcerated at the San Francisco County Jail. After three years, he was acquitted and is now exploring ways of sharing his practice with others… read more
Create Alternatives: Newsletter
Today’s newsletter looks at change—who’s at the forefront of it, and what they need. Plus: the latest episode of Nonviolence Radio, along with helpful and uplifting resources. We hope this newsletter serves you well. Read the January 24, 2018 newsletter. Get the Metta Center’s newsletter.… read more
Slow Down & Take a Breath: Newsletter
Today’s newsletter includes: a relaxing breath practice to keep you feeling calm and refreshed; the latest episode of Nonviolence Radio; and links to inspiring videos, books, and experiments. Dive in and enjoy! Read the January 10, 2018 newsletter. Get the Metta Center’s newsletter.… read more
Positive Transformation: Newsletter
We need more people in the world who won’t give up on others, even when we are very hard to love. In the glorious words of American poet Mary Oliver: Whoever you are, no matter how lonely, the world offers itself to your imagination, calls to you like the wild geese, harsh and exciting— over… read more
Thankfulness: Newsletter
What are you thankful for? Gratitude is on our minds. So for this week’s newsletter introduction, our Partnership Catalyst expresses her thankfulness. You’ll also find links to Nonviolence Radio show and other resources. Did you know that we can provide nonviolence trainings for elementary school kids? Learn more about that too. Read the November 15,… read more
