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Conflict Resolution Training
This free training, sponsored by the Seattle/King County Gang Prevention & Outreach Work Group, is for individuals working with high risk youth, interested in developing conflict resolution skills to proactively prevent youth/gang violence. Registration for this training is first come, first serve.
ABOUT THE TRAINING
This training will take place on July 20, 2009 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the Rainier Vista Boys and Girls Club. Registrants should plan to attend the full day of training. Certificates of Completion will be provided.
This training is highly interactive and active participation is encouraged.
By the end of the training, participants will have an increased knoweledge of the nature of conflict; an understanding of de-escalation techniques using effective communication; practiced new skills through role plays and small group discussion; learned how to identify the root causes of youth violence and gang activity.
ABOUT THE TRAINER
Alejandro Vilchez has over 15 years of experience in providing training and conducting interventions and mediations. Alejandro serves as a consultant, trainer, mediator, facilitator and public speaker specializing in conflict resolution and mediation, cultural diversity, and team building. As a dynamic speaker, in both English and Spanish, he is routinely invited to speak at schools and universities, community meetings and public forums. Alejandro implements a unique way of engaging participants in a fun and focused way and reaches all age groups with the message of prevention by stressing the importance of respect despite differences based on colors, territory or neighborhoods. He has worked with over 100 organizations including educational institutions, foundations, law enforcement and government agencies, and community-based and faith-based organizations. His approach is based on the belief that communities connect and flourish through interpersonal communication, cultural understanding and community involvement. Alejandro is passionate about helping people resolve their conflicts and teaching others to do so.
Alejandro began his work in violence prevention in 1992 after connecting with Barrios Unidos, a nationally recognized gang prevention agency. Since then, he has worked as a consultant, direct service provider, development coordinator and programs director in the field of gang prevention. In 1997 he helped coordinate a statewide effort that successfully created legislation for increased funding for prevention efforts. He later managed a gang tattoo removal program, co-founded KLEAR (Kids Learning Empathy And Respect, an alternative suspension project) and organized two peace summits and several mediations between rival Latino gangs.
Alejandro recently left The Peninsula Conflict Resolution Center after 9 years of managing the Violence Prevention and Strengthening Neighborhoods Program where he oversaw efforts designed to end violence and build community by facilitating partnerships between Pacific Islanders, Latinos, faith-based groups, law enforcement, and city officials. Currently, Alejandro is the Community School Director for Belle Haven Community School in Menlo Park, CA.
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LocationRainier Vista Boys and Girls Club
4520 MLK Jr Way S, 2nd Floor,
Seattle, WA 98106
United States
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| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: No |
| Wheelchair Accessible: No |
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