USA Austin Dec 7 2011 IIT

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Program: This International Intensive Training (IIT) is a 9-day, Nonviolent Communication “immersion experience.” It is a residential workshop led by a team of experienced CNVC certified trainers. The purpose of this IIT training is to offer people the opportunity to live the process of Nonviolent Communication in community over an extended period of time, in order to develop Nonviolent Communication knowledge, skills and consciousness.

Attend an informational call about this IIT to learn more and have your questions answered. Click here for details.

Support Trainer - Raj Gill
Raj Gill began practicing Nonviolent Communication in 2001 and currently serves as a CNVC certified trainer and life skills coach. She is the founder of Inclusive Leadership Adventures, a training program for young leaders to which she brings over 30 years of teaching and facilitating experience. Raj offers NVC workshops and coaching in diverse setting from schools and educational institutions to prisons, businesses, non-profit organizations and to members of religious communities. She is a strong believer in the power of compassion and human connection for resolving conflict and creating universal success. “I love creating and sustaining environments for mutual learning and sharing. For the past three years I had the opportunity to work with Lucy Leu and Judi Morin to publish the NVC Toolkit for Facilitators -- my friends and colleagues helped me learn and grow.”

Support Trainer - Dow Gordon
Dow Gordon writes: While awaiting trial in 1995, and then later in prison, I stepped onto a spiritual path (mindfulness practice), primarily as a rebellious response to living in circumstances where I was largely powerless. Over time this self-awareness and centering practice allowed me to begin seeing who I really am; rather than what I thought I was. In 1999 at a Monroe, WA prison, Lucy Leu introduced me to NVC. From the beginning, NVC has expanded and enhanced my connection to myself and others. Mindfulness practice, NVC and the Freedom Project enable me to contribute to and share in a world I never imagined existed -- a homeland where I am free to embrace all of who I am and experience an enduring gratitude for my human family. It is within that ‘spiritual space’ toward which NVC points us, which includes and embraces the interconnectedness of all people, where trainings become most inspiring. When people experience an enhanced sense of safety, acceptance and inclusion, they are much more likely to connect with the consciousness of NVC, rather than simply the intellectual model. After working for years with Freedom Project, a project of CNVC, I have a strong and growing intention to take what I’ve learned from others, and from sharing NVC and mindfulness practice in prisons, and offer that into more effective training for our larger community. I am reflecting deeply on how my learning from prison work can be translated into forms useful for people who have never experienced prisons.

Venue:
Imagine spending 9 days living in 'NVC consciousness & community' at a beautiful ranch & spa - that is the nurturing experience this IIT offers at The Retreat at Balcones Springs Dec 7-16th!
Nestled in the beautiful Hill Country 40 minutes outside of Austin, The Retreat at Balcones Springs is set on the north shore of Lake Travis near Marble Falls and within hours of Houston, Dallas & San Antonio. The tranquil scenery makes The Retreat a popular destination for special celebrations with 44 charming guest cabins, some with lake views, situated throughout the 250-acre property. Rustic, ranch-style charm and historical Texan décor is woven throughout the grounds which offer spacious outdoor pavilions, courtyards and patios along with an idyllic, stocked fishing pond. The staff offers Texas hospitality with a caring and accommodating spirit including Chef Marco. A Culinary Institute graduate and local favorite, he makes sure there is always something on the menu to include each guest's needs. The Retreat's motto is “We want our guests to never forget their time at Balcones Springs!” December weather is mild and dry with avg temperatures between 64-42 degrees.
For more information see http://www.texasretreat.com/.

Travel: The nearest airport is Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), about 53 miles from the venue. For driving directions, you may visit this link: http://www.texasretreat.com/contact-us.php .

Participants are asked to wait until their registration in the IIT has been confirmed before booking travel reservations.

Fee: Total IIT Fees consists of a tuition fee (payable to CNVC) and accommodation fee (payable to the venue) - as outlined in the table below. No part of the fees is optional or negotiable.

Other discounts: If you are a registered certification candidate with CNVC or have attended a CNVC IIT before, we offer you a $270 discount on tuition for this IIT (15% discount off tuition) (not to be combined with other offers).

IIT Options and Fees (For a 9-Day Training):

The venue offers vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Please indicate your choice in the IIT application form.

How to register:

1. Fill out the IIT Application Form *, and send it with payment in US$ only to:

CNVC 5600 San Francisco Rd NE, Suite A Albuquerque, NM 87109 USA

email: iitadmin [at] cnvc [dot] org fax: +1 505 247 0414

2. CNVC usually acknowledges your application within 5 business days; please contact the IIT department if you did not receive a confirmation.

• Applications sent before November 7, 2011: Enclose full or partial payment (minimum $100 USD). Balance due November 7, 2011.
• Applications sent on or after November 7, 2011: Enclose full payment of all fees, in US Dollars.
• Once you have been enrolled, CNVC will connect you with the venue so that you may finalize accommodation choice and process accommodation payment directly with them.

For questions please contact the IIT Department at 505-244-4041 or e-mail IIT