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title: "IIT Organizers - Center for Nonviolent Communication"
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url: "https://www.cnvc.org/trainers/iit-organizers"
date: "2026-09-18T07:56:50+00:00"
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# Certified Trainers at the Center for Nonviolent Communication
[](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=5662:val-buchert&catid=42)
Posted in [IIT Organizers](https://www.cnvc.org/trainers/iit-organizers).
## [Val Buchert](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=5662:val-buchert&catid=42)
- CT Topics: General
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- Country - Current: Indonesia
- Country - Original: France
- Assessor - accepting candidates: Accepting new candidates
Val has called Bali home for the past 20 years and brings deep local experience to her role as organizer of the Bali IIT 2023, having also participated in two previous Bali IITs. Born in France and raised in the U.S., she holds a Bachelor of Science and a Juris Doctor degree. Her diverse background includes entrepreneurship across multiple industries, parenting, and dedicated service as a volunteer and board member in schools, businesses, and NGOs. Val is passionate about Bali, the Balinese people, and nurturing authentic human connection. She is committed to making NVC accessible to all Indonesians, supporting local empowerment, and contributing to help build a more compassionate and joyful society.
- Last updated on May 11, 2026.
[](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=2662:francis-chiadi&catid=42)
Posted in [IIT Organizers](https://www.cnvc.org/trainers/iit-organizers).
## [Francis Chiadi](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=2662:francis-chiadi&catid=42)
- CT Topics: General
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- Country - Current: Nigeria
- Country - Original: -- None Selected --
- Roles: Volunteer
- Assessor - accepting candidates: Accepting new candidates
### Francis Chiadi, OP, FIMC, AloHA\* is a Dominican friar, a geoscientist and a theologian. Francis is an advocate for dialogue and counter-conflict engagement.
His dialogue interests include: interdisciplinary, interreligious, intergenerational, intercultural, intergender, interindividual, interinstitutional, interperiodic, etc. His aesthetic critique interests include: ceremony, culinary, branding, commemorative vesture, digital graphics, etc.
Introductory Instructor, Christian Sacred Scriptures and Classic Languages (Hebrew, Greek and Latin); Principal guide for visiting tourists and pilgrims, revered 50-year-old Dominican Chapel, Ibadan; Director, Sports and Games Unit, Dominican University. Regular participant at training sessions (on Team building, Succession Strategizing and vertical/horizontal team
communicating) facilitated by the Centre Management Development, the Centre for Non-Violent Communication (CNVC) and the Catholic Nonviolence Initiative, CNI Education Committee. Friar Francis is recognized as an Alumnus of High Achievement, University of Nigeria Alumni Association, UNAA.
- Last updated on February 01, 2024.
[](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=2664:ndidi-anozie&catid=42)
Posted in [IIT Organizers](https://www.cnvc.org/trainers/iit-organizers).
## [Ndidi Anozie](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=2664:ndidi-anozie&catid=42)
- CT Topics: General
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- Country - Current: Nigeria
- Country - Original: -- None Selected --
- Roles: Volunteer
- Assessor - accepting candidates: Accepting new candidates
### Ndidi Anozie is a CNVC certification candidate from Nigeria but living in Ireland. She is a member of NVC Nigeria network and belongs to a Faith based organisation, an international congregation with members working in 14 countries of the world.
She is a teacher by Profession and is passionate about integrating, living NVC consciousness, and cultivating deeply connective relationships with people. Coming from a country where people are going through storms of emotions, grappling with disconnection and polarized times, Ndidi uses NVC as a tool to support them to stay connected, be the light as they work to create the world they want to see.
Ndidi is committed to Peace building by facilitating dialogues and mediation between individuals and groups. Her zeal in NVC targets supporting their members, collaborators and vulnerable groups to live more fulfilled lives by creating a safe space for authenticity, healing and growth. She believes that every encounter with each person should leave them more empowered to be the best version of themselves.
She longs to support teachers and school leaders to embody NVC, acquire, use the skills to create a welcoming school environment which can improve performance, reduce conflict and enhance relationships.
Ndidi’s profound enthusiasm for NVC has inspired her to participate in organizing this maiden IIT in Nigeria. As a member of the organizing committee, she laisses with the venue, arranges accommodation, feeding, and transportation.
- Last updated on February 01, 2024.
[](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3958:carmen-calderon&catid=42)
Posted in [IIT Organizers](https://www.cnvc.org/trainers/iit-organizers).
## [Carmen Calderón](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3958:carmen-calderon&catid=42)
- CT Topics: General
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- Country - Current: Mexico
- Country - Original: -- None Selected --
- Roles: Volunteer
- Assessor - accepting candidates: Accepting new candidates
### Candidata a la certificación con el Centro para la Comunicación Noviolenta
Estoy muy contenta de ser anfitriona y organizar el IIt en México 2022.
He participado en varios grupos de estudio y práctica de Comunicación No Violenta, (algunos que duraron varios meses), manteniéndome presente a los distintos contextos en los que la CNV se ha puesto en práctica: Empresas, escuelas, Grupos de familias, organizaciones sociales, etc.. Soy socióloga de profesión, y he trabajado en distintas áreas de la educación por más de 20 años.
En el 2015 colaboré en la organización del 1er Entrenamiento Intensivo Internacional (IIT, por sus siglas en inglés) en español, en México de Comunicación No-Violenta, del Centro de Comunicación No Violenta, siendo Coordinadora del 2do IIT de Comunicación no Violenta, en septiembre de 2016 y del 3ro en 2018 en México.
Actualmente colaboro con Master Peace - México y Sofie de Wulf en proyectos en para escuelas y en sesiones de profundización alrededor de la CNV.
- Last updated on August 22, 2024.
[](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4047:andela-juskovic&catid=42)
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## [Anđela Jušković](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4047:andela-juskovic&catid=42)
- CT Topics: Business, General
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- Your bio in language other than English: Father is her biggest hero. Caring and lovely junior HR consultant. Behind her adorable smile there is a strong edge that makes her capable of making very tough decisions and grit to move it forward when things don’t go as planned.
- Country - Current: Montenegro
- Country - Original: Montenegro
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- Roles: Volunteer
- Assessor - accepting candidates: Accepting new candidates
- Last updated on September 10, 2024.
[](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=5923:charan&catid=42)
Posted in [IIT Organizers](https://www.cnvc.org/trainers/iit-organizers).
## [Charan](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=5923:charan&catid=42)
- CT Topics: General
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- Country - Current: India
- Country - Original: -- None Selected --
- Roles: Volunteer
- Assessor - accepting candidates: Accepting new candidates
With a deep sense of curiosity and wonder, Charan explores the interconnection between nature, the body, and the mind.
Through yoga, somatics, and natural hygiene, Charan continues to explore and uncover the vast potential of human vitality and awareness, and also guides other people in these journeys.
He thinks that much of human suffering arises from inner conflict, which often extends outward as conflict with the surroundings and with people. By bringing mindful attention to these inner tensions, and through practices like Nonviolent Communication (NVC), Charan supports understanding, acceptance, and authentic self-expression — gently illuminating the fears that often limit our being.
In the past, he has been an artist and curator, organizing journeys, retreats, and residencies across Southeast Asia and Africa, and collaborating with diverse artists to explore the shared human struggles experienced across different cultures — using art as a medium for dialogue, reflection, and expression.
- Last updated on May 11, 2026.
[](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4046:srdjan-vukcevic&catid=42)
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## [ Srdjan Vukcevic](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4046:srdjan-vukcevic&catid=42)
- CT Topics: Business, General
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- Country - Current: Montenegro
- Country - Original: Montenegro
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- Roles: Volunteer
- Assessor - accepting candidates: Accepting new candidates
You know how leaders rarely get honest feedback about their behavior. Most of the time they are alone, lonely and prone to exercise power over others. This has negative impact on engagement, well-being, satisfaction and results of their teams.
What I do is help leaders navigate the change by being their behavioral consciousness and sparring partner, providing them relational space where they can have regular, honest feedback. I motivate leaders and their teams commit to an outcome that they can all fully support.
I am an experienced executive coach with 12 years of practice working with CEOs, sports coaches, professional athletes and leaders on a mission to improve their organizations for the better of their communities.
- Last updated on September 10, 2024.
[](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=5009:to-be-selected&catid=42)
Posted in [IIT Organizers](https://www.cnvc.org/trainers/iit-organizers).
## [To be selected](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=5009:to-be-selected&catid=42)
- CT Topics: General
- Country - Current: United States
- Country - Original: -- None Selected --
- Assessor - accepting candidates: Accepting new candidates
- Last updated on April 14, 2025.
[](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=7670:sarah-uwer&catid=42)
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## [Sarah Uwer](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=7670:sarah-uwer&catid=42)
- CT Topics: General
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- Country - Current: Switzerland
- Country - Original: -- None Selected --
- Roles: Volunteer
- Assessor - accepting candidates: Accepting new candidates
Hi, I’m Sarah Uwer, born in 1978 in Switzerland, and I live together with my partner in Bern. I like to stay active, love matcha lattes for breakfast, and enjoy a warm bath in the winter.
A quote from a postcard in New Zealand touched something deep within me and has guided my path ever since. It said: “To observe without judgment is to witness the Goddess.” That led me to an extensive yoga training and to Nonviolent Communication (NVC).
When I wanted to learn a different style of communicating for my work I discovered something that goes far beyond communication itself and which has been transforming my inner attitude ever since. NVC serves as a process of self‑reflection that continually invites me to connect with myself and with others. Once clarity about needs emerges, something magical happens and this can lead to solutions that previously seemed impossible.
I’m an NVC Trainer Candidate and alongside my work in movement and health promotion, I teach yoga and adult education. In my courses, I aim to create a safe space for experiences. The body is, for me, a powerful gateway to the wisdom that lives within us.
After attending two International Intensive Trainings (IITs) and many other NVC learning experiences, I am happy to be part of the organizing team for the Switzerland 2027 IIT. I have personally experienced how profound and enriching these spaces can be and wish to contribute to creating a framework in which such experiences become possible. I look forward to welcoming you here in Switzerland and hope that this IIT will be a place where we not only understand NVC but truly live it with ourselves and with one another.
- Last updated on September 07, 2026.
[](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4030:joshua-patroba-2&catid=42)
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## [Joshua Patroba](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4030:joshua-patroba-2&catid=42)
- CT Topics: General
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- Country - Current: Kenya
- Country - Original: -- None Selected --
- Roles: Volunteer
- Assessor - accepting candidates: Accepting new candidates
### A Passionate NVC Practitioner and CNVC Certification Candidate
Joshua Patroba is a dedicated Certification Candidate in Nonviolent Communication (NVC) from Kenya with a wealth of experience spanning over a decade. Since delving into the world of NVC in 2008, Joshua has honed his skills through close collaboration with esteemed trainers and facilitators. His journey has led him to create and lead transformative retreats, workshops, summer camps, and events that integrate NVC principles for life-changing experiences.
A standout achievement in Joshua's NVC journey was his pivotal role in organizing the Nairobi IITs in the 2014, 2017, 2022, and 2023 ten-day retreat in Nairobi, organizer of the 2024 Nigerian IIT and 2025 Kenyan IIT. Joshua's passion for spreading NVC extends to the educational, corporate, family, and church settings, where he has effectively applied NVC principles. Joshua is now part of the team of NVC practitioners who are implementing NVC and Sociocracy for Social Change projects in Kenya and Uganda. Beyond his NVC endeavors, Joshua is an accomplished environmental expert, specializing in electronic waste recycling, environmental policy, and curriculum development. His diverse skill set also encompasses team-building, counseling, and business consultancy in change management and leadership, mediation, and litigation. As a mentor and community member of NVC Kenya and Founder of NVC African, Joshua is committed to nurturing NVC beginners and fostering a supportive environment for skill development.
With a focus on intuition, empathic presence, and creating safe spaces for growth, Joshua's approach to NVC transcends conventional boundaries, emphasizing body language and non-verbal communication.
- Last updated on November 04, 2024.
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## [Robin Austin](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3198:robin-austin&catid=42)
- CT Topics: General
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- Country - Current: United States
- Country - Original: -- None Selected --
- Roles: Volunteer
- Assessor - accepting candidates: Accepting new candidates
Robin is an educator and author living in Silver City, NM. She spends her time teaching at the local Montessori school, offering support in a self-empowerment retreat space and serving as a leader in her community’s NVC practice group. Robin is dedicated to strengthening her community through honest, loving communication and authentic connection. She will be releasing her first book - a collection of poems and prayers - in May.
- Last updated on April 17, 2024.
[](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=6500:kaya-edginton&catid=42)
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## [Kaya Edginton](https://www.cnvc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=6500:kaya-edginton&catid=42)
- CT Topics: General
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- Country - Current: New Zealand
- Country - Original: New Zealand
- Assessor - accepting candidates: Accepting new candidates
Ko Tainui te waka
Ko Kakepuku te maunga
Ko Waipā te awa
Ko Ngāti Maniapoto te iwi
Ko Ngāti Ruapuha Uekaha, ko Ngāti Urunumia, ko Ngāti Apakura ngā hapū
Tihei, mauriora
Kia ora, greetings,
My name is Kaya,
I am a Candidate for Certification as a Trainer in Nonviolent Communication (NVC). I have been studying and practicing NVC consistently since attending my first International Intensive Training (IIT) in 2023, an experience that profoundly shifted my relationship to myself and others.
I am part of the organising team for the IIT, Aotearoa 2026, because my first IIT experience restored my hope that authentic connection across differences is truly possible. My earliest understanding of radical nonviolence came through learning about the Parihaka movement in Aotearoa, New Zealand, which strongly influenced my commitment to finding alternative approaches to conflict and social change. NVC offers a practical framework, community and philosophy which I practice and live everyday.
I am committed to contributing to this IIT because I believe deeply in the healing and connective power of NVC, in representing and supporting my own Māori community, and in shaping the culture and world that I want to exist for my mokopuna (grandchildren).
I was drawn to NVC through a deep concern for division and suffering in the world. From my experience with NVC, healing is possible through self-connection, radical self-responsibility, and the capacity to remain in connection with others across differences.
My primary interests include social change, needs-based therapeutic approaches, and exploring the relationship between NVC consciousness and the Dharma. I primarily use NVC to support in daily life and I am working toward offering individual and group NVC education. I integrate NVC with lived experiences from applied neurology, trauma-informed perspectives, tikanga Māori, and metabolic health.
My role as an organiser and candidate for certification represents a public commitment to deepening my courage, compassion, and skills for the benefit of all living beings.
- Last updated on March 06, 2026.
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