We have invited trainers from within and outside the CNVC network, and from around the world, to form a team with a broad range of learning styles and areas of specialization. Collectively, they bring over 35 years of training experience.

Rochester's own Kit Miller specializes in peace and nonviolence, intentional communities, and sustainability. Sweden's Liv Larsson is the highly regarded author of ten books on mediation and communication, including the recent, The Helping Hand. She specializes in trainings on mediation, intimate relationships and shame. NYI core trainer, Roxy Manning, specializes in leadership development, diversity and social justice.

The NYI is designed to accommodate the needs of persons at beginning, intermediate and advanced levels in NVC. For beginners and persons wanting thorough coverage of the foundational NVC skills, a Special Track in NVC Fundamentals is offered at each session during the first three days. A variety of offerings of more advanced programming will also be available starting the first day for those who begin the intensive with a thorough understanding of the fundamentals. Though there are no prerequisites, beginners will find their experience is enriched by reading Nonviolent Communication by Marshall B. Rosenberg in advance of attending and by participating in the Fundamentals track.

Learn to express yourself in ways that you will be more fully heard.

Heal the pain of conflict and lack of deep connection with loved ones.

Increase joy in communication with co-workers, community members and friends.

Discover inner peace, cooperation, and caring in your relationships.

Dissolve enemy images while working for a more just and compassionate world.

Uncover the human motives behind painful choices and discover effective action to meet pressing needs

Deepen your self-connection with The Empathy Labyrinth