Committed Conversations

One of the ways my community has been able to begin reaching out to a broader group of people is though our Peace Village. This is a summer day camp for kids k-8th grade, that focuses on helping build a strong sense of self and learn leadership skills like non-violent conflict resolution, mediation as we help kids find their “voice” or method to get their message heard in their community. Their last day in the village is spend with “elders” who share their stories of peace and social justice work.

We would love to train youth and other communities to run their own Peace VIllages. There are now 11 across the continent!

http://www.communitysustainable.org/index.php?page=peace-village

Warmly, Marilene

The YouVoice Blogging/Reporting Team consists of students from Seattle/Bellevue area high schools and organizations who’ve been given the unique opportunity to report from the 5-day Seeds of Compassion events featuring the Dalai Lama. Check out their amazing photos, videos and blogs!

Living in such a competitive society makes it difficult to become compassionate. How can someone be compassionate and do the best for themselves at the same time?