What does it actually look like for a town to declare itself nonviolent — not as a slogan, but as a public and collective commitment? Join us on April 1 to find out. paceebene.org/events/2026/... #nonviolence

On Earth Day (April 22) or Earth Week (April 18-26), we invite you to host a Solutions Circle and bring hopeful, inspiring, and actionable stories of #environmental solutions to your community. paceebene.org/earth-day-2026 #EarthDay #environment #climatejustice #earth #ecological

The nonviolent shift will not arrive on its own. It has to be chosen, built, and defended. In this new blog, Ken Butigan reflects on how transformative change is first ridiculed, then fiercely opposed, and eventually becomes impossible to ignore. Read the full article at paceebene.org/blog.

It's not too late! Join us soon–starts Feb 16. Scholarships available. paceebene.org/engaging-non... #nonviolence #education #workshops #webinars #nonviolentaction #conflictresolution #socialchange #relationships

This remarkable story is a reminder of the fierce strength that it takes to use nonviolence in the midst of conflict. Yet, it's power can save lives. Learn more about this example: nvdatabase.swarthmore.edu/content/braz... Explore more solutions: paceebene.org/year-of-nonv... #nonviolence

Greensboro Sit-Ins began on Feb 1, 1960, and led to the desegregation of lunch counters in Greensboro, NC. Learn more: www.zinnedproject.org/news/tdih/gr... The Year of Nonviolent Solutions: paceebene.org/year-of-nonv... #nonviolence #sitins #BlackHistoryMonth #racialjustice

Peer mediation can be a powerful tool for conflict resolution in schools. Learn more theresolutioncentre.com/peer-mediati... We're sharing this as part of 2026: The Year of Nonviolent Solutions. Learn more: paceebene.org/year-of-nonv... #peermediation #conflictresolution #nonviolence

Pace e Bene Nonviolence Service and Campaign Nonviolence are supporting the #NationalShutdown on Jan 30. Are you? #ICEOut nationalshutdown.org

Do you or your family have #medicaldebt? How would your life change if it was canceled? Learn more: www.npr.org/sections/sho... This story is part of our 2026: The Year of Nonviolent Solutions series. Learn more: paceebene.org/year-of-nonv... #nonviolence #healthcare #economicjustice

On 2/5, the last remaining arms-control pact between the US and Russia is set to expire. Moscow offered to Washington to voluntarily extend it for a year, but Trump recently shrugged it off and told the NYT, "If it expires, it expires." Check out our blog for more: paceebene.org/blog/2026/1/...

In the midst of this crisis, the Singing Revolution comes to mind. It’s a story of occupation and nonviolent resistance, cultural identity and self-determination, solidarity across borders, and rising up against unthinkable odds. Read more from Rise and Shine: paceebene.org/blog/rise-an...

Our Engaging Nonviolence certification program begins next month! For both newcomers and experienced practitioners, the program blends theory, reflection, and hands-on practice to support nonviolence as a lived, daily reality within. Register at our events page: paceebene.org/events/2026/...

Ethnobotany is one way some people are working to dismantle discriminatory systems. Learn more: www.yesmagazine.org/environment/... We're sharing this story as part of our program called 2026: The Year of Nonviolent Solutions. Learn more: paceebene.org/year-of-nonv... #Indigenous #antiracism

Tell youth and students! Youth ages 12-23 can receive up to $1000 for a creative project that addresses violence. Learn more and apply here by Feb 13, 2026: paceebene.org/changemaker-... #nonviolence #violenceprevention #youth #youthgrants #education #changemakers

When disaster strikes, it's time to make the switch ... like Greensburg, Kansas, did. youtu.be/1_Cf9EzAe6c This story is part of 2026: The Year of Nonviolent Solutions, including nonviolence toward the earth. Learn more: paceebene.org/year-of-nonv... #nonviolence #renewables #ClimateAction

When fear escalates, so does the pressure to respond in kind. But across the country, people are choosing a different path—not denial, not passivity, but disciplined nonviolence. They are leading with love, even when it’s costly. Learn more: nonviolence.info #resist #resistance #nonviolence

We're sharing 365+ examples of nonviolent solutions to conflict. Find out more about The Year of Nonviolent Solutions: paceebene.org/nonviolent-s... Learn more about Philadelphia's eviction diversion program: reasonstobecheerful.world/instead-of-e... #nonviolence #conflictresolution #housing

The Engaging Nonviolence Certification Program brings together Pace e Bene’s core nonviolence trainings into one integrated, six-month journey. Starts Feb 16, 2026. paceebene.org/events/2026/... #nonviolence #conflictresolution #nonviolentaction #nvc

On Stephen Colbert's Late Night Show, Maria J. Stephan emphasized that nonviolence is not passive, but strategic and collective. She described nonviolent resistance as “a powerful form of collective action.” Learn more and watch here: paceebene.org/blog/2026/1/... #nonviolence #resistance

Maria Stephan joined Stephen Colbert on The Late Show to talk about effective nonviolent resistance, including whistles and faith-based action. Part 1: youtu.be/N7MgLMzsnmE Part 2: www.youtube.com/watch?v=96Wv... #resist #resistance #civilresistance #protest #nonviolence #nonviolentaction

Maria Stephan joined Stephen Colbert on The Late Show to talk about effective nonviolent resistance. Watch and share! youtu.be/N7MgLMzsnmE And thanks to the team that helped this happen! @paxchristiusa.bsky.social @horizonsprjt.bsky.social #resist #nonviolence #resistance #protest

"Our team crossed the Edmund Pettus Bridge in solidarity with living Foot Soldiers and thousands of other justice-seekers from across the country, walking literally in Dr. King's footsteps and connecting past struggles to present-day movements for change" Read more at: paceebene.org/blog/nonviol...

Spread the word! Maria Stephan will highlight real-world examples of effective nonviolent resistance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert this Thursday, January 22.

Here's how #Mexico ended poverty for 8.3 million people. apnews.com/article/pove... This is part of our Year of Nonviolent Solutions 365 stories: paceebene.org/year-of-nonv... #nonviolence #endpoverty

We've added a #DrKing coloring page to our #nonviolent history collection. We intentionally depicted his thoughtful, reflective side, which deeply informed his powerful action in the world. It's free to download and print, and comes with discussion questions. paceebene.org/coloring-pag... #mlk

There are 2,300+ federal agents occupying the Twin Cities right now. It’s obscene. It’s un-American. It’s a clear sign of fascism. It’s vindictive and retaliatory. It’s an attempt to scare the resistance into submission. It won’t work. Check out our latest Rise&Shine: paceebene.org/blog/rise-an...

There’s so much to explore in the Nonviolence News Research Archive. Check out our blog for highlights and links for deeper research: paceebene.org/blog/nonviol... #paceebene #campaignnonviolence #nonviolencenews #principlednonviolence #resist #nonviolentresistance #resistauthoritariansim

In Flint, MI, no child is born into poverty.. To achieve this goal, they do something simple: they gave cash to parents. Learn more: www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025... This story is part of our series called 2026: The Year of Nonviolent Solutions: paceebene.org/year-of-nonv... #nonviolence

Can community members sort out neighborhood conflicts better than police? Brownsville thinks so. Learn more: portside.org/2023-06-05/w... Explore more Nonviolent Solutions: paceebene.org/year-of-nonv... #nonviolence #communitysafety #conflictresolution

Nonviolent action provide the means to the end of reclaiming an army base for an Indigenous cultural center. A powerful example of bold resistance and #LandBack. Learn more: www.yesmagazine.org/social-justi... Learn more about 2026: The Year of Nonviolent Solutions: paceebene.org/year-of-nonv...

"Authoritarians crave power—unchecked, unrestrained power—and will keep grabbing for it until someone stops them. Over and over again, people power has been the most robust counterforce to authoritarianism." Read more and take the Rise & Shine pledge: paceebene.org/blog/2026/1/...

What does nonviolence look like in daily life? Join us to explore skills for interpersonal conflicts, builds our inner awareness, and fosters our capacity to engage nonviolence in wider settings. Read more and register: paceebene.org/events/2026/...

"In nonviolent struggle, creativity is an enduring superpower — and we’ve seen it working powerfully for us in 2025..." Start your week off with an energizing, hopeful read from our blog! paceebene.org/blog/creativ... #campaignnonviolence #creativeresistance #resist #principlednonviolence

Curious about nonviolence? Find out what it is and what it can do for you. This practical 6-week course explores how nonviolence can help you in personal relationships, conflicts in community, and social change. Read more and register on our events page: paceebene.org/events/2026/...

"The peace of Christ is....God’s call for us to abandon deeply-ingrained patterns of violence; to break the cycle of revenge, retaliation and escalation; to love our neighbors; to love our enemies; to heal divisions; and to overcome evil with good." paceebene.org/blog/2026/1/...

We have been relentless together to create a culture of nonviolence. Tomorrow, we launch 365 days of practical solutions to stop, prevent, and end violence and systemic harm. Put wind in our sails by donating in these last moments of 2025. We. Are. So. Close. www.paceebene.org/donate #nonviolence

"Our tomorrow is the child of our today....Best to try to shape it into something good. Best to do that for any child." - Octavia E. Butler Sign up below to receive these daily quotes in your inbox! paceebene.org/this-nonviol... #paceebene #campaignnonviolence #thisnonviolentlife #dailyquote

"In this age marked by speed, productivity, and consumption, the Earth needs more days of human abstinence: no working, no buying, no driving, no flying, no traveling, no anything." Read more at our blog: paceebene.org/blog/bring-s... #paceebene #campaignnonviolence #restasresistance #nonviolence

This year, you showed up for nonviolence. Because of you, 141 million actions for nonviolence rippled across the world. If you can, make a year-end donation today through the link in our bio or at paceebene.org/donate Peace and goodness to you this holiday season, and into the new year. ☮️💙

We’ve spent 2025 engaged in relentless resistance. If you can, take some time soon for rest, replenishment, and self care. Check out our blog for a recap of our Rise and Shine series: paceebene.org/blog/rise-an... #paceebene #campaignnonviolence #riseandshine #nonviolentresistance #resist

"It’s a time to climb out of our trenches to grasp the hands of our enemies, and seriously reflect upon the message of angels who call each of us to build peace on earth and good will towards all." Read more at our blog: paceebene.org/blog/christm... #paceebene #campaignnonviolence #christmastruce

The Prescott Peacebuilders presented “The Eternal Song - Ancestral Wisdom for Collective Healing” at their public library as part of their ongoing series, “Movies with Meaning”. Check out the details: paceebene.org/blog/prescot... #campaignnonviolence #peacebuilders #nonviolenceeducation

#Nonviolence is our shared #commitment & refusal to surrender #humanity to #violence. Merry Christmas to our partners & donors who sustain our work day in and out. Your trust, solidarity & support make it possible to train, accompany, and organize for active nonviolence.

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"Technology is a tool. We have choices about which ones we pick up and how we use them. When we’re trying to build a better world, we want to be skillful in our use of these tools." Read more from Rise and Shine: paceebene.org/blog/rise-an... #riseandshine #digitalsecurity #nonviolentresistance

In stories of resistance from around the world, you can see recurring themes from one nation to the next: resisting authoritarianism, austerity measures, corruption, and far-right hate. More from #NonviolenceNews: paceebene.org/blog/nonviol... #resistauthoritarianism #nonviolentresistance

"All violence begins with the personal, with the I, and with a point of decision, a crossing of a line, where each of us chooses momentarily to view another living being as an It rather than as a Thou." - Pamela Cooper-White Sign up to get these in your inbox daily! paceebene.org/this-nonviol...

"As [Dr. King] explained, 'the purpose of the direct action was to create a situation so crisis-packed that it will inevitably open the door to negotiation.' Today that clarifying power has been put to work in a new context, and, in many respects, to new effect..." paceebene.org/blog/clarify...

"I am a recipient of mutual aid myself....I pay it forward by doing projects to advance peace and nonviolence in my community in any way I can." Read more at our blog: paceebene.org/blog/mutual-...

"Whatever you do or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it. Begin it now." - Edward Abbey Sign up below to receive these daily quotes in your inbox! paceebene.org/this-nonviol... #paceebene #campaignnonviolence #thisnonviolentlife #dailyquote #dailyinspiration