Kingian Nonviolence Conflict Reconciliation

L to R: Dr. LaFayette Jr., Kazu and David Jehnsen

Developed by Dr. Bernard LaFayette Jr. and David Jehnsen -

Two allies of Dr. Martin Luther King - Kingian Nonviolence is sometimes referred to as the “final marching orders of Dr. King.” It is a philosophy that teaches us the depth of nonviolence and conflict transformation.

Wether you are trying to improve conflict in your personal life, cultivate a culture of peace in your school or community, or build a powerful movement for social change, this training can be a transformative tool.

    • Tools and frameworks to better identify and understand the dynamics of conflict, including different types and levels of conflict.

    • The true history of the Civil Rights Movement, including the strategies that were utilized and stories of unsung elders.

    • The true history of the Civil Rights Movement, including the strategies that were utilized and stories of unsung elders.

    • Definitions of violence, and dispelling myths of nonviolence.

    • The Six Principles of Kingian Nonviolence, the foundation of the philosophy.

    • The Six Steps of Kingian Nonviolence, a framework of implementing the strategy.

    • Introduction to Kingian Nonviolence: Typically conducted over 16 classroom hours, participants will receive an overview of the entire philosophy.

    • Advanced Curriculum: A 40-hour training, participants will develop a deeper understanding of the philosophy and be able to being facilitating shorter presentations.

    • Level I Certification: A 100-hour training, participants will be able to facilitate a full 16-hour Introduction to Kingian Nonviolence workshop.

    • Level II Certification: A 40-hour training, participants will learn about leadership development and organizing social movements within a Kingian framework. *Level I certification is a prerequisite.

Note: While the trainings listed above are codified curriculums, the Kingian curriculum is very adaptable and can be customized to meet a variety of lengths, needs and goals.