Nonviolence: Opportunities and Resources

Nonviolence can be practiced through various means: negotiation, mediation, arbitration, facilitation, civil disobedience, rallies, phone calls, letter writing. It’s not just what you do, but how you do it. Learn more from the following organizations. If you know of additional resources or opportunities, email Carole at carolepoth@gmail.com.

International Center on Nonviolent Conflict – focuses on how ordinary people wage nonviolent conflict to win rights, freedom and justice.

Nonviolence.Info – Nonviolence is not passive. It is a courageous and effective way to confront injustice, protect life, and build peace rooted in justice.

Pax Christi USA – Working for peace with justice.

Our Lady of Lourdes: Active Nonviolence Corner – Learn about peace and active nonviolence.

Peace Action Wisconsin – A grassroots peace and justice community organization in Milwaukee.

Marquette University Center for Peacemaking – Exploring the power of nonviolence through student programs, faculty research and community initiatives.

United Nations Association USA – In support of a world that is just, peaceful and prosperous on a healthy planet.

The Center for Nonviolent Communication – Supporting learners, trainers and change agents around the world to create an environment where everyone’s needs matter.