August 2022
Annual General Meeting 2022
Join us for our Annual General Meeting! Register by email at berniceb@cjiwr.com to get to hear all of CJI's updates and accomplishments of the past year, to hear more about our goals and projects for the year ahead. RSVP to Bernice by August 19 to attend, and if you are a member and are unable to attend but wanting to vote by proxy, please contact Chris Cowie at chrisc@cjiwr.com or 519-744-6549 ext. 220. Please note: this event is planned to…
Find out more »September 2022
Agency Orientation Sept 13 (Virtual Delivery)
Our Agency Orientation is the first step toward becoming a volunteer with Community Justice Initiatives (CJI). In this orientation, participants will learn about the history of CJI, as well as how we continue to evolve and expand our programs/services. We will share the pre-requisite training required for each program area, as well as current and emerging volunteer openings. We look forward to answering any questions you might have.…
Find out more »Transformative Mediation Sep 14-16 and 20-23 2022 Virtual
Transformative Mediation This workshop emphasizes the development of practical skills to resolve interpersonal conflict and to facilitate mediation. The workshop explores skills and develops strategies that enhance effective communication and are essential when facilitating conflict resolution. Role-plays and interactive exercises to integrate theory and practice are an essential part of the training; coaches assist with the role-plays. Conrad Grebel University College and Community Justice Initiatives certificates will be awarded to each participant upon successful completion of the workshop. Tax Receipts: CJI does not provide a tax…
Find out more »October 2022
Skill Building Group
Join us on Zoom for this Skill Building Group, October 17 from 6-7pm!…
Find out more »Agency Orientation Oct 24 (Virtual Delivery)
Our Agency Orientation is the first step toward becoming a volunteer with Community Justice Initiatives (CJI). In this orientation, participants will learn about the history of CJI, as well as how we continue to evolve and expand our programs/services. We will share the pre-requisite training required for each program area, as well as current and emerging volunteer openings. We look forward to answering any questions you might have.…
Find out more »Facilitated Dialogue Trg – Oct 2022 (Virtual Delivery)
Pre-Requisites: Facilitated Dialogue is considered an advanced training, and participants must be familiar with a foundational understanding of Transformative Mediation as well as a foundational understanding of best practices in supporting people who’ve experienced sexual harm. This training will be delivered virtually over a period of six half-days, starting from October 18th-20th, then from the 25th-27th. If you would like some further information about Transformative Mediation or Working with the Impacts of Sexual Harm to prepare for this training, please reach…
Find out more »November 2022
Chartered Community Mediator Designation-Information Night
Chartered Community Mediator Designation- Information night for all Mediator volunteers and FD volunteers. November 2nd, 6:30-7:30pm Chartered Community Mediation (CCMed) Designation Information: Community Justice Initiatives is a proud member of the Ontario Community Mediation Coalition (OCMC/CMCO)/Coalition de Mediation Communautaire De L’Ontario (CMCO). OCMC/CMCO is a network of community mediation services in Ontario who live out the values of social justice, equity, accessibility and anti-discrimination; and commitment to creating peaceful communities who are able to have productive conversations with each other when there has been conflict and harm.…
Find out more »Why Feminist Should Care Non-Carceral Approaches To Sexual Harm
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Find out more »Agency Orientation Nov 28, 2022 (virtual delivery)
Our Agency Orientation is the first step toward becoming a volunteer with Community Justice Initiatives (CJI). In this orientation, participants will learn about the history of CJI, as well as how we continue to evolve and expand our programs/services. We will share the pre-requisite training required for each program area, as well as current and emerging volunteer openings. We look forward to answering any questions you might have.…
Find out more »Transformative Mediation Nov 23-25, 29,30 & Dec 1,2 2022 Virtual
Transformative Mediation This workshop emphasizes the development of practical skills to resolve interpersonal conflict and to facilitate mediation. The workshop explores skills and develops strategies that enhance effective communication and are essential when facilitating conflict resolution. Role-plays and interactive exercises to integrate theory and practice are an essential part of the training; coaches assist with the role-plays. Conrad Grebel University College and Community Justice Initiatives certificates will be awarded to each participant upon successful completion of the workshop. Tax Receipts: CJI does not provide a…
Find out more »January 2023
Elder Mediation Services: Info Group with Hospice Waterloo Region
This virtual information session is for adults 55+. We will be joined by Hospice Waterloo Region, who will be sharing what hospice care is and how it can benefit people. Hospice Waterloo Region's goal is to create a community where no one experiences an end-of-life journey alone. They provide practical, emotional, and spiritual support for individuals and families before and after a death. To learn more about what services are provided and how to access them, please join our information…
Find out more »Agency Orientation Tuesday January 24, 2023 (Virtual Delivery)
Our Agency Orientation is the first step toward becoming a volunteer with Community Justice Initiatives (CJI). In this orientation, participants will learn about the history of CJI, as well as how we continue to evolve and expand our programs/services. We will share the pre-requisite training required for each program area, as well as current and emerging volunteer openings. We look forward to answering any questions you might have. Upon registration, we will send you the online meeting invitation.…
Find out more »Transformative Mediation Jan 25-27,31 & Feb1-3, 2023 Virtual
This workshop emphasizes the development of practical skills to resolve interpersonal conflict and to facilitate mediation. The workshop explores skills and develops strategies that enhance effective communication and are essential when facilitating conflict resolution. Role-plays and interactive exercises to integrate theory and practice are an essential part of the training; coaches assist with the role-plays. Conrad Grebel University College and Community Justice Initiatives certificates will be awarded to each participant upon successful completion of the workshop. Tax Receipts: CJI does not provide a tax…
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