School Community Toolbox Launches First Open Call for Facilitators - Apply by March 12th

NCDD Network Partner, National Association for Community Mediation (NAFCM) and NCDD Member Org, Living Room Conversations recently announced the new tool, The School Community Toolbox. They are seeking facilitators and school representatives for its first open call to participate in join the training program and utilize the toolbox. This program trains participants to address community challenges and improve school-community dialogue. Graduates receive certification in collaborative problem-solving, a chance to join a national training team, and endorsements from NAFCM and LRC. With limited spots and special pricing, this comprehensive training enhances community understanding. Apply by the deadline March 12th to support better communication in education. Read more in the blog post below!

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​A Unique Opportunity to Bridge Divides and Strengthen Communities

After five years of rigorous development and testing, the School Community Toolbox is excited to announce its first-ever open call for passionate facilitators and school representatives!

​Individuals committed to addressing polarizing issues and building stronger connections between schools and their communities can now participate in a groundbreaking training program. The School Community Toolbox offers an unprecedented chance to make a real difference in educational collaboration.

What the Program Offers

• Comprehensive certification in collaborative problem-solving
• Opportunity to join a national training team
• Endorsements from prestigious organizations:
  • National Association for Community Mediation (NAFCM)
  • Living Room Conversations (LRC)

Training Details

Training Dates:

• March 19, 2-6 pm ET: Training Modules 1 & 2
• March 26, 5-6 pm ET: Cohort Check-in
• April 9, 2-6 pm ET: Training Modules 3 & 4
• April 16, 5-6 pm ET: Cohort Check-in
• May 7, 2-6 pm ET: Training Modules 5 & 6
• May 19, 5-6 pm ET: Final Check-in

Key Information

• Application Deadline: March 12, 2025
• Special Introductory Price: $750
• Scholarships: Needs-based scholarships available

The organization strongly encourages applications from diverse teams that include both school and community representatives. This approach ensures a comprehensive and collaborative perspective in addressing educational challenges.

​Taking the First Step Towards Transformative Education

Interested participants should not miss this extraordinary opportunity to become certified facilitators of meaningful dialogue and collaborative problem-solving in educational settings.

​Spaces are limited, so interested individuals should act quickly to secure their spot in this groundbreaking program!

School Community Toolbox Training Application: Click here to apply