FREE COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS - OCTOBER 15, 2026
De-Escalation: Turn Conflict into Connection 2.0
We've all been there. A small disagreement turns into a conflict and your fight, flight, freeze or fawn reaction kicks in. Or you are afraid to address conflict for fear of making it worse. Perhaps you avoid conflict all together.
On October 15, 2026, in honor of Conflict Resolution Day, CDR is offering Pierce County residents a no-cost, two-hour de-escalation workshop to help people flip the script when disagreements escalate into conflicts.
The training benefits anyone - teachers, coaches, parents, clergy, HOA leaders, managers, employees, students, and anyone else who wants to learn how to de-escalate disagreements and turn them into positive connections.
In the two hours, participants will learn how to:
- Explore self-regulation when feelings and emotions escalate
- Practice listening to understand other perspectives
- Examine choices of nonviolent behaviors that can interrupt the cycle of escalation and maximize connection with the other person
The workshops will take place October 15, 2026 at these times:
- 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (In-person at 717 Tacoma Ave. S)
- 2 to 4 p.m. (In-person at 717 Tacoma Ave. S)
- 6 to 8 p.m. (Virtual)
Interested in attending? Please RSVP here: De-Escalation Training interest form
Our goal is to provide tools for you to move from a place of fear or avoidance into one of empowerment.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Be a part of future de-escalation trainings and support our work.
Any contribution will help offset the cost of the training and help build a more connected, peaceful community.
Thank you to our
Platinum Sponsor!
