“Introduction to Kingian Nonviolence”
a free workshop
Monday, January 16, 2012, 10:00am-3:00pm
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was one of the greatest moral leaders in history. What were the six principles he lived by? What steps guided his work towards social change? How can you learn to apply the principles of nonviolence in your work, community, and life?
The Evanston History Center announces a free workshop: “Introduction to Kingian Nonviolence.” The workshop takes place on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, January 16, 2012 from 10:00am-3:00pm. It will be led by trainers certified by the Center for Nonviolence and Peace Studies.
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Kingian Nonviolence is a philosophy and methodology that provides the knowledge, skills, and motivation necessary for people to pursue peaceful strategies for solving interpersonal and community problems.
The workshop is open to anyone (age 14 and up) who is interested in learning the principles of nonviolence and their application in the world today. No special background training is required. Illinois educators can receive 6 CPDUs for attending the workshop.
At 9:30 am breakfast will be served prior to the start of the workshop. Lunch will also be provided. Free street parking is available.
The workshop is entirely free of charge. It is made possible by grants from the Elizabeth Beidler Tisdahl Foundation and the Beth Emet Tzedakah Fund, with support provided by Whole Foods Market Evanston South.
Space is limited and registration is required to attend the workshop. To register, please call Karen Alvarez at the Evanston History Center, 847-475-3410.
LOCATION: The Evanston History Center is housed in the national landmark, Charles Gates Dawes House at 225 Greenwood, Evanston, IL 60201. We are located half an hour north of Chicago’s Loop, and we are accessible by public transportation. Free parking is available on the street.
Car: Take either 94 or 294 to Dempster Street and go east. Greenwood Street is one block north of Dempster Street.
Train: Take CTA to Dempster Street or Metra to Davis Street, and go east. (Davis Street is a few blocks north of Greenwood.)
