Alternatives to Violence Project Britain

05/06/2026

HAPPY NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK TO ALL OUR AVPB VOLUNTEERS!

Here at AVPB we currently have 2 part time staff and over 60 volunteers. We would not be
able to deliver our life changing educational programmes without them!

We are indebted to their generosity, hard work, and commitment. All our volunteers help create the welcoming, thoughtful and compassionate organisation that AVPB strives to be.

Through their time, care and commitment, people are given opportunities to reflect, learn
and discover new ways of responding to conflict.

THANK YOU AVPB VOLUNTEERS!

29/05/2026

CUSTOMISE YOUR WORKSHOP AGENDA!

During a Level 2 workshop, through a consensus process led by our trained facilitators, YOU
(the participants) get to choose what topics you would like to learn about!

Examples of topics chosen include:
● Fear
● Power (and powerlessness)
● Forgiveness
● Justice

You will also continue to build on your skills learnt from Level 1.

Our next Online Level 2 is running from the 23rd June - 21st July! You can purchase tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1975108185752?aff=oddtdtcreator

Please note: you must have completed a Level 1 workshop before, to attend a Level 2.

22/05/2026

DID YOU KNOW?

The first AVP workshop was delivered in 1975, at Greenhaven Prison in New York.

‘AVP’ was INITIALLY developed by a group of prisoners in Greenhaven prison, who had witnessed the Attica Correctional Facility prison riots, and were also concerned about the rising number of young men being imprisoned for minor offences and then returning for more serious and violent offences.

They formed the project along with the Society of Friends (Quakers), Eddie Ellis (a prisoner who later became recognised for his work on prison reform), and Bernard Lafayette (a freedom march activist, working closely with Martin Luther J king).

May Mr Lafayette Rest in Peace.

AVP branches are active now in over 60 countries worldwide! We work to spread the message of peace, and help people develop nonviolent conflict resolution skills.

To find out more about the AVP International Community, visit and
https://avp.international/

To become part of the AVP Britain community and join the cause, contact us via [email protected]

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18/05/2026

“VERY INSPIRING”

At the end of our workshops, we ask our participants why or why not our workshops have met their expectations.

Here are some other recent pieces of feedback we’ve received…

“I learnt more about understanding my personal needs and how not understanding those can lead to passivity or aggression”

“It gave me practical tools and skills to manage conflict without harming/hurting people around me“

“it was able to teach me how to recognise and handle my anger issues”

For your chance to experience an “inspiring” and “insightful” workshop, sign up to today!

You can get tickets here: https://avpbritain.org.uk/book-workshops/

01/05/2026

AVPB SPRING SALE: 30% OFF ALL WORKSHOP TICKETS!

Don’t miss out on our AVPB Spring Sale, where workshop tickets are currently 30%off!

This makes online tickets only £175, and in-person tickets only £259

You can expect a workshop packed with interactive group activities, structured discussions
and creative exercises, run and organised by our trained and experienced facilitators.

This workshop will help you to understand both yourself and others, communicate effectively and develop peaceful problem solving skills.

Sign up today! Visit https://avpbritain.org.uk/book-workshops/ to find out more, and book
your ticket while spots last.

01/05/2026

IMPROVE YOUR SELF ESTEEM WITH AVPB

Here at AVPB, we believe that it takes some work to develop good self esteem, but it is worth putting in to improve your confidence.

Having a good self esteem helps to make and keep positive relationships, and it makes it
easier to overcome harder challenges.

Some ways to improve your self esteem include:
• Taking pride in your positive qualities, and reminding yourself of your strengths
• Viewing mistakes as learning opportunities and chances to grow
• Being kind, and helping to improve the lives of other people

For more ways to improve your self esteem, and explore how it can help you to build healthier relationships and overcome challenges peacefully, sign up to an AVPB workshop today!

You can book tickets here: https://avpbritain.org.uk/book-workshops/

15/04/2026

ENROL ON OUR ONLINE WORKSHOP TODAY!

Can’t get to London for our weekend workshops? Would you prefer to join from the comfort
of your own home? If YES, then one of transformational, online workshops are for you!

Our next online workshop course is running from the *14th May - 11th June!* To find out more
and to book your tickets, click here: https://avpbritain.org.uk/book-workshops/

*Tickets are currently 30% off in our Spring Sale - get your place for only £175! Hurry whilst spaces last!*

Our online workshops courses consist of 5 sessions, each on a Thursday evening, over zoom.

You can expect sessions packed with *eye opening activities*, *absorbing discussions* and
*illuminating group exercises*, run and organised by our trained, experienced and committed facilitators.

During this workshop, you will develop peaceful problem solving skills, better understand both yourself and others and learn to communicate effectively.

Sign up today! Visit https://avpbritain.org.uk/book-workshops/ to find out more, and book
your ticket while spots last.

14/04/2026

HEAR FROM OUR PARTICIPANTS!

Don’t miss the chance to sign up for one of our transformative, life-changing workshops!

Don’t just take our word for it - hear from our participants about the benefits of our
workshops:

“Honestly it’s made me a better person and given me the chance to deal with situations better. I was nervous and skeptical at first but I’ve enjoyed it so much more than I thought I would have” Online Level 1 Participant

“Very safe, open, trustful atmosphere. I learned from other participants as well as facilitators” In-Person Level 1 Participant

“This is an excellent course for those struggling with conflict, either within themselves or with others” In-Person Level 2 Participant

To find out more and book a place, visit: https://avpbritain.org.uk/book-workshops/

14/04/2026

*AVP INSIGHT: WHAT IS TRANSFORMING POWER?*

Here at AVP, we believe that if we respect ourselves, and care for others, then life can
change in surprising ways for the better!

We call this ‘*Transforming Power’*

This helps us build better relationships, handle conflicts peacefully and solve problems.

But how do we respect ourselves and care for others? Here at AVP, we believe it helps to:
● Think before reacting
● Look for a non-violent path
● Expect the best, from ourselves and others (when it is safe to do so)

To learn more about transforming power, and other AVP teachings, sign up to a May Level 1
Workshop, online or in-person at our London office! To book tickets, visit:
https://avpbritain.org.uk/book-workshops/

09/04/2026

*DEVELOP YOUR CONFLICT RESOLUTION SKILLS WITH AN AVPB IN PERSON
WORKSHOP IN LONDON!*

Our next in person workshop is on the *16th and 17th of May*! To find out more and to book
your tickets, click here: https://avpbritain.org.uk/book-workshops/

*Tickets are currently 30% off in our Spring Sale - get your place for only £175! Hurry
whilst spaces last!*

Here at AVPB, we run in-person experiential workshops at our London offices, located in Old
Street, Hackney.

Our in-person workshops run over one weekend, with sessions on both Saturday and
Sunday.

You can expect a packed weekend of: interactive group activities, structured discussions and
creative exercises, run and organised by our trained and experienced facilitators.

This workshop will help you to *understand both yourself and others, communicate
effectively* and *develop peaceful problem solving skills*

Sign up today! Visit https://avpbritain.org.uk/book-workshops/ to find out more, and book
your ticket while spaces last.