My name is Giorgio Ravioli. I have lived in Switzerland since my birth in 1980. I’m a passionate practitioner and a trainer candidate of Nonviolent Communication (NVC), as well as a night owl and avid river swimmer.

My life and work both are guided by creating spaces and possibilities to be open and authentic. In a way that we can live and act out emotions and needs freely in shared experiences, without being hindered by our own judgments and fears. I see NVC as a general attitude of life. A way to connect with myself and others in our human nature. 

After studying, I worked as a risk analyst and expert in disaster management for over ten years. During that time, I organized workshops, conferences and participated in exercises. As one of the organizers I gladly bring these skills to the IIT as well.  

Having had the opportunity to attend two IITs myself, I am thrilled to be on the organizing team for the one in my own home country. I experienced that these training sessions could enrich life immeasurably. Each one has brought me joyful laughter, heartfelt tears, and moments of clarity, where growth as a group was happening.

As we gather here in the heart of the Swiss mountains, I feel full of gratitude to welcome you here as one of the hosts. May the Switzerland 2027 IIT be a place where true belonging manifests, where we can practice and learn together. 

I’m looking forward to going on this journey with you here in the Kiental in Switzerland.