Talk It Out HoCo

12/22/2025

Walk for Peace is a beautiful movement. Watching these clips is such a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we come together with compassion, unity, and hope. If this is new to you I invite you to check it out!

12/02/2025

Thanks to supporters like you, stories like this happen every day in Howard County. MCRC provides free mediation and restorative practices that help families, youth, and communities communicate, reconnect, and build understanding.

In FY24 alone:

3,118 hours of services

814 individuals supported

94% felt heard, 90% felt able to share, 86% would recommend

Your generosity keeps these services free and accessible to everyone in our community. 💛

Join us in building stronger, more connected communities — donate today and make every conversation count!

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11/11/2025

Just want to take a pause and say thank you for your service to all of our Veterans. I also want to share this amazing video of President Obama greeting the veterans on the Honor Flights and I just thought this was so wonderful https://youtu.be/n6Lo1xO7jO8?si=YBcQb0ogU6u1NqI8

The former president welcomed a flight of Korean and Vietnam War veterans and their families ahead of the Veterans Day holiday.

03/11/2025

Howard County Community Circle on Violence Prevention

Join us for a community-led circle to reflect, connect, and explore solutions to the rising violence in our neighborhoods. This is not just a discussion—it's a space for deep listening, shared wisdom, and collective action.

We recognize that community safety is built through relationships, accountability, and collaboration, not just enforcement. This gathering is an opportunity to check in with ourselves and each other, share concerns, and imagine new ways to address violence rooted in care and justice.

📍 Location: 9770 Patuxent Woods Dr.
📅 Date & Time: March 20 2025 11AM-12:30 PM and 4 PM -5:30PM

This space is open to residents, advocates, youth, elders, and anyone invested in community well-being. Your presence and perspective are valued.

💛 Come as you are. 💛 Speak from the heart. 💛 Listen with care.

We look forward to gathering in circle with you

Join us for a community-led circle to reflect, connect, and explore solutions to the rising violence in our Howard County neighborhoods.

02/15/2025

We are very excited to be in partnership with Office of Children and Families to offer a free virtual workshop "Parenting Apart Working Together"

Co-parenting isn’t just about schedules and logistics—it’s about building trust, making decisions together, and ensuring your child thrives in two homes.

💬 Ever found yourself stuck in the same argument over and over again?
💬 Struggling to talk without tension?
💬 Wondering how to co-parent without conflict taking over?

This interactive workshop will provide you with tools to:
Communicate without escalating conflicts
Make decisions collaboratively (even when you don’t agree on everything)
Reduce stress—for you and your child

📅 Date: Feb 20
🕒 Time: 7 - 8 PM
🔗 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/4nveuedk

👥 This workshop is ideal for: Parents navigating shared custody or a parenting plan who want to improve co-parenting communication.

Parenting apart doesn’t mean parenting alone. Let’s build healthier conversations—together. 💙

02/12/2025

📢 Advocacy Update! 📢

Join Senators Angela Alsobrooks & Chris Van Hollen this Wednesday at 7:30 PM for a Telephone Town Hall to discuss key legislative updates and their efforts to support federal employees.

We’ll also hear from Rob Shriver of Democracy Forward, who will provide additional insights.

🔹 Sign up here to receive a call at 7:30 PM on Wednesday.
https://outreach.senate.gov/iqextranet/EForm.aspx?__cid=SenVanHollen&__fid=100074
🔹 If you miss the deadline (9 AM Wednesday), you can join the livestream here. https://www.vanhollen.senate.gov/live

Stay informed and engaged—your voice matters! 💬☎️

The Official U.S. Senate website of Senator Chris Van Hollen of Maryland

01/31/2025

The Power of Listening

Feeling unheard can amplify our worries. In the past few days things seem hectic, confusing and chaotic. Let’s commit to our community by truly listening to one another—especially when we disagree.

What strategies do you use to listen deeply, even in tense conversations?

01/24/2025

Let’s Talk About Conflict: What’s one conversation you’ve been avoiding? Maybe it’s a disagreement with a coworker, a tough talk with family, or a misunderstanding with a neighbor.

You’re not alone. Conflict is natural, but avoiding it can make things harder. That’s where we come in.

At the Mediation & Conflict Resolution Center (MCRC), we help people in Howard County have difficult conversations with clarity, respect, and support.

Quick Tip: When approaching a tough conversation, try starting with curiosity instead of assumptions. Instead of:
🚫 “You never listen to me!”
✅ “I feel unheard when this happens—can we talk about it?”

We’d love to hear from you! What’s the hardest part about addressing conflict for you? Drop your thoughts in the comments.

Follow us for more conflict resolution tips, workshops, and resources!
📍 Learn more: mcrchoward.org

01/16/2025

Welcome to the Mediation & Conflict Resolution Center (MCRC)!

We’re here to help people who live and work in Howard County navigate difficult conversations through:

Mediation – Facilitating meaningful dialogue for clarity and understanding.

Restorative Justice – Repair relationships between individuals and their communities after harm has occurred.

Community Education – Building skills for connection, trust, and community care

💬 Need support? We’re here for you most of our services are free!
✅ Follow us for conflict resolution tips, workshops, and resources.
📩 Questions? Drop them in the comments or send us a message!

📍 Learn more: mcrchoward.org

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