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INVITING DIALOGUE - Public Event Series
CJI has partnered with Envision Financial to present a series of free
public events addressing issues affecting our community.
Communicating Restoratively in Conflict
Free Public Workshop
Thursday,
May 29, 7-9pm p.m. (doors open at 6:30pm)
Kwantlen College Auditorium, 20910 Langley Bypass
Admission is FREE!
(donations accepted)
Note that pay parking is in effect at Kwantlen College ($3.50)
Everyone is invited to come to this free workshop facilitated
by Restorative Justice practitioner, Catherine Bargen.
Do you feel stuck when you face conflict at home, at
work or in your relationships? Get unstuck! Learn practical skills to
navigate through conflict to more meaningful interactions with others,
even when things feel tough.
When things go wrong in communities, schools,
workplaces and in our relationships, we want things worked out in a way
that satisfies everybody’s needs and brings meaningful closure. However,
often when we’re involved in conflict, we don’t take the time to listen.
We are intent on making our point, or are feeling too hurt to hear what
the other person has to say. Our relationships suffer and so does our
enjoyment of life!
A healthier approach to conflict brings
understanding and a sense of justice—Restorative Justice—into our
interactions with others. Restorative Justice is a philosophy about
repairing harm, listening to one another and speaking from the heart.
Listening to others, as well as expressing your own needs, allows people
in conflict to share and come to mutually agreed-upon resolutions.
In this workshop, learn a basic understanding of:
• what happens in conflict
• why we often feel "stuck" in conflict situations
• how Restorative Justice relates to conflict
• how to resolve difficult situations respectfully
• how to work to preserve relationships and meet
the needs of all involved
A Restorative approach to conflict resolution
encourages us to shift from judgment to curiosity, and helps us
effectively explore the root causes of our conflicts.
Please join
us for this third event in our Inviting Dialogue series! (No RSVP is
required.)
Watch for
announcements about our next event in Fall 2008.
Educating for
Peacebuilding
Grade 12 Scholarships
CJI is pleased to be able to offer a scholarship to Grade 12 students
who have taken part in the Educating for
Peacebuilding program in the Langley School District. To date, we
have been able to award seven $300 scholarships (two in 2005 and in 2006,
three in 2007) to deserving students.
To qualify for the scholarship, you must be a current Grade 12 student
in the Langley School District, and have actively participated in the
Restorative Action program in your school.
The application deadline for the current school year is May 2nd, 2008
Download the 2008 application form here.
The
continuation of this scholarship fund is dependent upon donations. If
you would like to make a contribution to this worthwhile fund, please contact us by e-mail.
2008 Fundraising Dinner & Auction
featuring stories of healing and hope
MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW!
Friday, November 14,
2008
at the Langley Golf Centre, 21550, 44th Avenue (Corner of 216th St. &
44th Ave.)
Building on the successes of our past three fundraisers, CJI is once again
presenting its popular fall fundraising event but with one big change:
it will be held in the Sapphire Ballroom at the Langley Golf Center.
Enjoy a delicious buffet dinner, silent auction and live
music. This year's event will again focus on moving stories
told by participants in CJI's Restorative Justice programs, people whose
lives have been transformed by their experiences and illustrate the
healing power of Restorative processes.
Tickets for the event are $65 each or $495 for a table of 8
Receive a free CJI membership with each ticket purchased.
For more information or to order tickets, call (604) 534-5515 or send us
an
e-mail.
Ticket sales are underway so order yours now! So far tables have been
reserved by:
• Don Mac Enterprises
• David L. Gustafson & Associates
We challenge other businesses in the community to show support by
purchasing a table at this worthwhile event.
Little Black Book
3rd
Edition Now Available!
CJI's pocket-sized Little Black Book of resources for youth in Surrey and Langley
is expanding to include Delta. Contact Johanna by
e-mail for more
information and/or to obtain copies.
CJI
acknowledges the support of Coast Capital Savings, the Walnut Grove
and Scottsdale Lions Clubs and the City of Surrey for financial support
of
the 3rd Edition of the Little Black Book.
Volunteer
Opportunities
Fundraising Event
CJI hosts an annual fall fundraising event that gives us an opportunity
to raise much-needed funds to support the agency's work, to inform
guests about the work we do, and to celebrate our successes. Volunteers are needed to assist with organization and set
up of the Silent Auction, and to generally lend a hand. To be part of
this worthwhile project, please contact us by
e-mail.
Practicum Placements
We offer practicum opportunities to individuals interested in gaining
practical experience in CJI's innovative Educating
for Peacebuilding school-based program or the
Restorative Youth Services program. A commitment to a minimum of
three days per week for a four month period is required. Preference is
given to applicants with some mediation experience. For more
information, send us an e-mail.
Old News
To see information about past news and events, click
here.
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