AVP-USA
Annual National Gathering
May 27-30 2022
Catholic University of America, Washington, D.C.
Transformation Through Bold Engagement
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Four days to Boldly Engage
Four days to Boldly Engage
In-person and Virtual
In-person and Virtual
Experience the Transformative Power of AVP
Experience the Transformative Power of AVP
Bold Engagement
Bold Engagement
Collectively, we are greater than the sum of our parts. Action coupled with Connection is more generative than isolated Action. Exploring new ways to engage in action and nurture connection takes courage and commitment. Through the process, we learn and grow - as individuals and as a community. Join us to share and learn, to practice and grow bold together.
Our New "Normal"
Facilitating virtual workshops.
Trying new ways to engage facilitators.
Endeavoring to stay connected with incarcerated facilitators.
These are challenges we all share - in our local groups, and nationally, too. Join us in-person or virtually. Learn about what has and hasn't worked. Let's gather to multiply our creativity and bolster our resilience in these challenging times.
Transform Our Future
Transform Our Future
What does transformation look like as AVP-USA moves forward in uncertain times?
What does transformation look like as AVP-USA continues to address structural racism?
What does transformation look like when we come together at the national gathering and when we are creating community back home in our local groups?
TRANSFORMATION THROUGH BOLD ENGAGEMENT
TRANSFORMATION THROUGH BOLD ENGAGEMENT
What can you expect at 2022 AVP-USA Annual National Gathering?
The last two years have challenged AVP-USA and local groups to adapt to the new "normal" of the pandemic. In the 2020 annual report, local groups reported leveling up to offer virtual workshops, experimenting with new ways to keep facilitators engaged and to stay connected with incarcerated facilitators. We learned that we are resilient because we are connected, whether across the miles, via the fiber-optics of an Internet connection or thanks to newsletters going inside correctional facilities.
Moving through the ever-changing conditions of the pandemic has strengthened AVP-USA local grassroots groups. For some, shifting out of "that's how we have always done things" has been uncomfortable, and for others, it's been a welcome change. In this confrontation, born of necessity, comes growth.
In this same vein, we hope the gathering - through the breakout sessions, speakers and activities - will feed your curiosity, offer you new experiences and new perspectives, and nurture your growth as a human being and facilitator striving to create more peace in our world.
Come join your fellow facilitators at the 2022 Annual National Gathering. Connect with familiar faces and make new friends. Learn something new, ask challenging questions and be challenged. Gather in community to build our capacity for transformation. We are stronger together.
Check back regularly for new updates to the program.
We invite breakout session proposals, speaker suggestions and still-forming ideas. Do you have a presentation to offer, an experiential activity to share or a discussion to lead? Would you like to be a partner or a resource for other presenters? Would you be willing to volunteer for an hour or two or more to support the gathering? Would you just like to share with us how excited you are? Do you know someone with expertise that you would encourage us to consult? Please complete this form!
Help fund scholarships to support returning citizens and low-income facilitators in attending the gathering and to maintain programs like AVP Peace Fellows and CLARG grants. Below, hear from some facilitators on what AVP-USA means to them. Donate here.
Help fund scholarships to support returning citizens and low-income facilitators in attending the gathering and to maintain programs like AVP Peace Fellows and CLARG grants. Below, hear from some facilitators on what AVP-USA means to them. Donate here.
AVP-USA 2020 Annual Report
AVP-USA 2020 Annual Report
Each year the Committee of Local and Regional Groups (CLARG) gathers data from local groups and produces the AVP-USA's annual report. Connect with your local regional representative if your local groups needs to submit data. Check out past years reports here on the AVP-USA website.
AVP-USA Board Nominations
AVP-USA Board Nominations
Board Members The AVP-USA Board of Trustees (“the Board”) shall be composed of the Chairs of the Standing Committees, the officers of the Corporation, the Leadership Fellow(s), and the At-Large member(s). There shall be up to three (3) At-Large Members on the Board. Duties and Governance AVP-USA shall be governed by policies and decisions agreed upon by the AVP Community at the Annual National Gathering. Part of each years Annual National Gathering is the consensus of a new the Board for AVP-USA. We are accepting nominations (including self-nominations) till February 13, 2022. Click here to nominate.
Welcome to the "DMV"!
Welcome to the "DMV"!
No, not the place you go to wait in long lines, but the wonderful National Capital Region also known colloquially by the acronym "DMV" which stands for the "District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia."
No, not the place you go to wait in long lines, but the wonderful National Capital Region also known colloquially by the acronym "DMV" which stands for the "District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia."
One of the many benefits of hosting the 2022 AVP-USA Annual National Gathering in the DMV is having access to two states and a district all at once. Take advantage of the multitude of experiences available in your time here. Many museums are free but do require tickets reserved in advance. If you are planning on exploring on your own we would recommend looking sooner than later.
See more DMV info on the Pre-Gathering page.
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