About Shari

Shari Elle is the founder of The Communication Group and a co-founder of NVC in Australia. Having studied extensively with Dr. Marshall Rosenberg, the creator of Nonviolent Communication, Shari has been facilitating NVC trainings since 2001 and has taught over 10,000 people in her foundation programs.

With more than 25 years of expertise, Shari specialises in bringing Nonviolent Communication to individuals, teams, and organisations. Since 2004, she has developed and led extended NVC programs including the six-month mentored Peer Leadership Program and Embodying NVC. Her work helps organisations develop clear, compassionate, and effective communication that enhances collaboration, reduces conflict, and builds cultures of trust.

A playful and adventurous spirit, Shari works with leaders across all fields to create the difference they want to see in the world. Her approach transforms not just communication skills but relationships and leadership from the inside out.

What Shari Offers

• Foundation Training Programs - Comprehensive introductions to Nonviolent Communication principles and practices that create the foundation for transformative communication. More information 
• Leadership Development - Specialised programs and introductory courses for leaders seeking to build trust, enhance team collaboration, and create organisational cultures where people thrive. More information
• Living NVC Retreats - Immersive 4-day experiences focused on enriching relationships with yourself and others while deeply learning and embodying NVC skills in a supportive, non-judgmental community that leaves participants feeling refreshed, reinvigorated and confident in their ability to use NVC in any situation. More information
• Peer Leadership Program (PLP) - A transformative six-month mentored journey that integrates NVC skills through fortnightly training sessions, live workshops, personalised mentoring, and community support. This program helps participants become clear, confident, and powerful in their authenticity as they learn to influence with empathy and connect deeply with family members, colleagues, and community. More information
• Peer Leadership Masters (PLM) - An advanced six-month program for graduates of the Peer Leadership Program who wish to deepen their practice, fully naturalise their NVC language, and align more deeply with their purpose. The PLM includes fortnightly training sessions, intensive weekend retreats, one-on-one mentoring, and community support.
• Organisational Consulting - Customized interventions that help teams and organizations develop communication systems that enhance performance, reduce conflict, and build trusting cultures. 
• One-on-One Coaching - Personalized support for individuals seeking to deepen their NVC practice and apply it to specific leadership or personal challenges.