Bringing Community Together, With Much Appreciation
More than 60 community members attended the Bridging Communities Fall Picnic on September 21, 2023 at the Van Dyck Park in Fairfax City – bringing together mediators, conflict management trainers, restorative justice facilitators, students, elected leaders, and community residents. The brief program included City of Fairfax Mayor Catherine Read, Virginia House Delegate Paul Krizek, and…
NVMS Conflict Resolution Center | The Mount Vernon Gazette.
NVMS Conflict Resolution Center (The Mount Vernon Gazette)By Del. Paul KrizekWednesday, August 2, 2023We in the Mount Vernon area are incredibly lucky to have so many excellent local nonprofits dedicated to improving lives in our community. Today, I will highlight the work of the Northern Virginia Mediation Services (NVMS) Conflict Resolution Center, an organization for…
Meet Mbali…
Meet Mbali, a high school student from Fairfax County. She interned with NVMS Conflict Resolution Center as part of her community service requirement before graduation. Mbali participated in the Bridging Communities: Community Peacebuilding Training in May and June, 2023. Below, read a letter of support that she wrote for NVMS at the conclusion of her internship. To…
Bridging Communities
Bridging Communities is a strategic direction for NVMS Conflict Resolution Center to create scalability of impact and strengthen relationships with communities. It will utilize mediation, training, and restorative practices to strengthen community relationships and empower individuals to manage and resolve conflicts constructively. Bridging Communities include: Restorative Justice (RJ) Conferences |Restorative Justice Training |Community Listening Circles…
Six Ways To Live Restoratively
Conscious living requires a willingness to listen, learn, and take action Today our world often feels broken and divided, it’s important to remember that we all have the power to live restoratively or consciously. By making intentional choices and adopting certain habits, we can help create a more just and compassionate society. Here are six ways…
News | 2023 Board Recruitment
Join Our Team: Become a Board Member and Make a Difference! Opportunity for Board ServiceThe NVMS Board of Directors is growing! We plan to appoint at least three and up to six board members, including but not limited to dispute resolution professionals. Why Serve? Why Now?There are many reasons! As a board member, you will develop…
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