Communicating to Prevent Violence

Communication is a core part of the human experience: It is how we make collective sense of the world around us, form groups, attribute blame and responsibility, and coordinate and take collective action. Amid the grief, division, and anger – as well as the passion and fervor – that characterize this moment in our history, our words matter more than ever.

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These moments demand that we take the strongest care to use our words responsibly, and to proactively
address communication that could pave the way for violence.

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This resource will help you understand:

1. The narratives often used to justify violence
2. What’s happening in our brains when we hear them
3. How to reframe toward peaceful action