29 S. Institute, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 . One day we must come to see that peace is not merely a distant goal that we seek, but a means by which we arrive at that goal. Jr. Our lives are saturated with violence from international politics and evening television to our daily interactions. We are bombarded with violent images many time a day.
Violence becomes the norm and it is difficult to see alternatives.
The Rose and Thorn Program is an opportunity to spend a few hours, a weekend or several weekly sessions immersing yourself in the study of nonviolence. We take our examples from people like Martin Luther King, Jr., Dolores Huerta, Gandhi and many others who have used nonviolence in personal and political situations. We use stories, role-plays, readings, discussions and theatre games to create a fun, challenging and engaging experience. In an experiential forum, The Rose and Thorn Program teaches concrete techniques individuals can use to nonviolently resolve conflicts in their daily lives. We create a safe space for you to identify your reaction to conflicts and explore alternatives.