Foundation Trainings

Compassionate Connection, Compassionate Action:
Make the difference with those who matter in your life – In-person Training (London, Ontario)

In-person Training – Sat., November 1, 2025 from 10 am to 4 pm

Join us for a journey of empowerment and connection through learning and practicing the core communication skills of Nonviolent Communication™.

We all want to matter. Our ability to be present to ourselves and others with empathy and clarity can make the difference between a breakdown and a breakthrough. Once there is connection and understanding, so much more is possible.

Learn practical tools which you can use everyday at home, work and community to:
– realize the power you have for making a positive difference.
– transform strong emotions and judgmental thinking which get in the way of acting from the heart.
– strengthen or repair relationships.
– get to the heart of what is really the matter behind criticisms, resistance, and judgments.
– use empathy to go from disconnection and stuckness to finding ways to get what you really need.

This training is 20% presentation and 80% activities for learning and practice and suitable for ages 14 and over.

Nonviolent Communication™ (NVC) is practiced in 72 countries in a variety of settings including family, workplace, activism, social service, education, mediation, prison, and government. NonviolentCommunication.com

Regular Tuition: $145   (ages 14-18 free)
(We want this training to be accessible to everyone who is interested. If finances are a barrier, please contact Kara to arrange a scholarship that suits your situation.)

Info / Registration: kararijnen@gmail.com

 

 

 

Making a Difference with Compassionate Communication
Seven Session NVC Foundations Series – Online Training

Seven Sessions – Mondays Oct 20, 27, Nov 3, 10, 17, Dec 1 & 8, 2025 from 7:00 to 9:15 pm ET

Series offered again Wednesdays Jan 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25, Mar 4 & 11, 2026 from 7:00 to 9:15 pm ET

Compassionate Connection, Compassionate Action: Join us for a journey of empowerment and connection through learning and practicing the core skills of Nonviolent Communication™. Make the different you want with those who matter in your life.

We all want to matter. Our ability to be present to ourselves and others with empathy and clarity can make the difference between a breakdown and a breakthrough.  Once​ there is​ connection and understanding, so much more is possible.

Learn practical tools you can use everyday to:
– Realize the power you have for making a positive difference.
– Transform strong emotions and judgmental thinking which get in the way of acting from the heart.
– Strengthen or repair relationships. 
– Get to the heart of what is really the matter behind criticisms, resistance, and judgments.  
– Use empathy to go from disconnection and stuckness to finding ways to get what you really need.

​​Get the learning and practice you require for applying Nonviolent Communication™ in everyday life. With an emphasis on active learning, you will be challenged, moved and receive support. Participants will meet in pairs in- between sessions for practice and reflection.

Everyone welcome – no prerequisite                                                    Tuition: $395    

We want access for everyone. If cost is a barrier, there is flexibility. Contact Henry before the start to discuss how we can include you.

 

 

 

 

FOUNDATION ONE
Everyday Choices: Acting from the Heart – Option to either join online or in-person (Toronto, Ontario)

Dates below

Join us for an interactive introduction to four key teachings and core skills of Nonviolent Communication™.

Learn practical tools you can use everyday to:

  • Realize the power you have for making a positive difference.
  • Transform strong emotions and judgmental thinking which get in the way of acting from the heart.
  • Use empathy to go from disconnection and stuckness to finding ways to get what you really need.

This training is 20% presentation and 80% activities for learning and practice.

No prerequisite                                                                                    Tuition: $145

We want access for everyone. If cost is a barrier, there is flexibility. Contact Henry before the start to discuss how we can include you.

 

 

 

  FOUNDATION TWO
Empathic Listening for Connection – Option to either join online or in-person (Toronto, Ontario)

We all want to matter. Our ability to be present to ourselves and others with empathy and clarity can make the difference between a breakdown and a breakthrough. Once​ there is​ connection and understanding, so much more is possible.

Nonviolent Communication™ excels in providing practical ways to:

  • Strengthen or repair relationships.
  • Get to the heart of what is really the matter behind criticisms, resistance, and judgments. 

​​This training is 20% presentation and 80% activities for learning and practice. We’ll use role-play and real-play (practicing with your situations) to develop your ability to listen for transformation. Join us to learn the concepts and skills for empathic listening.

No prerequisite                                                                                    Tuition: $145
We want access for everyone. If cost is a barrier, there is flexibility. Contact Henry before the start to discuss how we can include you.

 

 

FOUNDATION THREE
Dialogue for What Matters – Option to either join online or in-person (Toronto, Ontario)

True dialogue is based on connecting to what matters to us and offering empathic listening for what’s important to another. Let’s explore how “connection before solution” applies to your real life examples. We’ll use the NVC Dance Floors for dialogue to support you in getting more understanding, connection, and collaboration in your relationships.

Get the learning and practice you require for applying Nonviolent Communication™ in everyday life. This training is 20% presentation and 80% activities for learning and practice.With an emphasis on active learning, you will be challenged, moved and receive support. 

Prerequisite: Foundation 1 & 2 (or equivalent in discussion with Henry)           Tuition: $145

We want access for everyone. If cost is a barrier, there is flexibility. Contact Henry before the start to discuss how we can include you.
 

 

 

Training Schedule   (all trainings below from 1:00-5:30 pm Eastern Time)

  • Sunday   Oct. 26, 2025  Foundation 1 – Option to join online or in person (Toronto, Ontario)
  • Sunday   Nov. 2              Foundation 2 – Option to join online or in person (Toronto, Ontario)
  • Sunday   Nov. 16            Foundation 3 – Option to join online or in person (Toronto, Ontario)
  • Sunday   Nov. 30, 2025  Foundation 1 – Option to join online or in person (Toronto, Ontario)
  • Sunday   Dec. 7              Foundation 2 – Option to join online or in person (Toronto, Ontario)
  • Sunday   Dec. 14            Foundation 3 – Option to join online or in person (Toronto, Ontario)
  • Sunday   Jan. 11, 2026  Foundation 1 – Option to join online or in person (Toronto, Ontario)
  • Sunday   Jan. 18            Foundation 2 – Option to join online or in person (Toronto, Ontario)
  • Sunday   Jan 25             Foundation 3 – Option to join online or in person (Toronto, Ontario)
  • Sunday   Feb. 22, 2026  Foundation 1 – Option to join online or in person (Toronto, Ontario)
  • Sunday   Mar. 1              Foundation 2 – Option to join online or in person (Toronto, Ontario)
  • Sunday   Mar. 8              Foundation 3 – Option to join online or in person (Toronto, Ontario)

To register or for more information contact HenryHwai@gmail.com

To find out about trainings offered by other certified NVC trainers – www.CNVC.org