ORIGINS OF PEACEMAKING CIRCLES
The Circle Center did not invent the Circle process and we believe it is important to always acknowledge the origins of Circle and our teachers. Circles were a foundational process in aboriginal and native traditions dating back to the Earth’s earliest history. Because we see Circle as a tremendous gift supporting our work with communities, we like to acknowledge the origins of this practice and some of our teachers and mentors any time we are sharing about Circle:
First of all is Kay Pranis who was trained & mentored by Barry Stuart, former Chief Justice of the Yukon Territorial Courts (non-native white judge). Kay was also trained by Mark Wedge of the Deicitaan Clan of the Tagish/T’lingit Nation.
Second, Molly Baldwin, founder & CEO of ROCA, Inc.also trained by Mark Wedge & Barry Stuart.
Third, our dear friend Sue Williamson (Nunga) who is Inupiaq Yupik and encourages us on our path to being better human beings.
UPCOMING TRAINING
Introduction to Peacemaking Circles training Feb. 28th – March 2nd, Scarritt Bennett Retreat Center
Contact Tracy Roberts for more information: Tracy@thecirclecenter.com
FEATURED SERVICES
SUCCESSION PLANNING
Is your organization prepared for the unexpected loss of a quality leader or valuable professional?
STRATEGIC PLANNING
When facilitated with skill and experience, strategic planning is a productive, collaborative process where participants contribute to the sustainable success of an organization.
TEAM BUILDING
Is your organization made up of cooperative teams that understand the importance of working together toward a common goal?
CONFLICT MANAGEMENT
At the core of The Circle Center, our trained and skilled facilitators help leaders and organizations have important conversations in a good way.
COACHING & CONSULTING
Coaching as a form of professional and leadership development has become a highly sought after resource by both individuals and organizations seeking the achievement of professional and interpersonal goals.
STRESS REDUCTION
You already know that stress in the workplace contributes to agitation, disorganization, and low energy levels among team members.
AFFINITY & EMPLOYEE RESOURCE GROUPS
Support your teams with opportunities for affinity spaces and rich, organic mentoring and skill-building across your organization.
CONFERENCE & WORKSHOPS
Are you looking for speakers and dynamic conference facilitation that engage your group in a meaningful and impactful way?
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FROM OUR BLOG
The Slow Lane
How do you practice slowing down? How do you remain mindful of slowing down? #thecirclecenter #resilliencepartner #testimonial #leadership #relationships #together #inspiringquote #partnership #quote
Time to Celebrate
“May you take time to celebrate the quiet miracles that seek no attention.” ~ John Donohue What quiet miracles do you need to celebrate?
The need to rest
River Fall- David Whyte: We follow the river’s fall down through the mountains all day, but now our bodies have stopped to rest, the water still
