BEING PEACE — Nonviolent Communication Immersion in Sintra, Portugal, 17–22 June 2027

A residential learning experience. A sequence of experiential workshops for developing fluency in Nonviolent Communication. An opportunity to learn and practice Nonviolent Communication with CNVC-certified trainers and other like-minded people from around the world.

A time to start relationships with like-minded people who share your values and goals. A group of people from different cultures working together toward transformed relationships and social systems.

By attending the workshops about various aspects of Nonviolent Communication and practicing with peers. The practice will focus on experiential learning both in the bigger group and in small groups. You will be invited into an ongoing exploration of what is alive in you, to gain ever deeper connection to the life that wants to live through you.

Through informal practice with other participants during meals, walks, etc. By remembering the purpose of Nonviolent Communication. By contributing to other participants and receiving their support. By living in an NVC Community for 5 days.

Yes! This immersion is designed to meet you right where you are. We cover everything from the essential foundations and core framework of NVC to complex, high-stakes situations where Nonviolent Communication can make all the difference. Guided by our team of four trainers, you will receive the personal support, live practice, and guidance needed to build confidence, no matter your experience level.

The primary language of this immersion is English. However, some translation into Portuguese and/or Spanish can be provided based on the specific needs of participants. If you require support in Spanish or Portuguese, please let us know when registering.

The cost of this immersion includes two parts: 1) Tuition, and 2) Accommodation. The accommodation includes meals, room and board and facility use. The meals begin with dinner on the first day of the training and include lunch on the last day of the training.

Additional meals due to early arrival or late departure are not handled by the organization. Similarly, we do not handle arrangements for lodging before the immersion check-in time nor after the immersion check-out time. Arrangement for these accommodations, and payment for them, is the responsibility of the individual participant.

Transportation to and from the training location is the responsibility of the individual participant, although we usually create a system to help you organize ride sharing. We also provide you with common transportation options.

To become a CNVC Certified Trainer, you need a total of 50 training days, with at least 35 of those days (70%) completed in person. Participating in this immersion provides you 5 full days of in-person training toward your certification requirements.

Day 1 (start day): Accommodation check-in time on Thursday, 17 June, begins at 15:00. We recommend that you arrive at the venue between 15:00-17:00 so that you have enough time to register with the organizers, check in to your accommodation, and get settled before dinner and the first session.

Day 5 (end day): The final session will be Tuesday morning, 22 June, and we will end with lunch that day. People will likely begin to leave at around 13:00-14:00.

We accept all major credit cards, PayPal, or bank wire transfers. You will receive clear instructions upon registration.

Start by filling out the pre-registration form at the bottom of this landing page. If the event is full your name is automatically placed on the waiting list in the order received.

Then you will receive email with instructions to complete the registration and payment. Please wait until your registration has been confirmed before making travel reservations.