Creating Effective & Compassionate Leadership
Akamai Skills
Restorative Practices
Peer Mediation
Sources of Strength
Schools We Serve in Maui
Kalama School
Waihe’e School
Iao School
About us
What is NVC? Nonviolent Communication:
In a world where young people are facing rising levels of stress, disconnection, bullying, and school violence, we believe there is a more compassionate way forward.
Nonviolent Communication (NVC) offers a peaceful, practical alternative—one that goes beyond punishment, policing, or fear-based approaches. Our work focuses on empowering youth, educators, and families with the skills to understand emotions, resolve conflict, and build relationships rooted in empathy and respect.
NVC gives students and adults a shared language for navigating conflict before it escalates into verbal or physical harm. These tools help create safer classrooms, stronger communities, and a culture where everyone’s needs matter.
What Students Are Saying
“Today’s experience was unique but exciting”
– 6th grader Iao
“I’ve enjoyed doing art projects. I’ve enjoyed doing check-ins every time I come.”
– 8th grader, Iao
““I like how everybody is nice, and that we do activities”
– 6th grader, Iao
“This was very calming! Also, very awesome food. 10/10 would recommend.”
– 6th grader, Iao
Our Impact
We have served over ____ schools in Maui and reached ____ students using Nonviolent Communication, Sources of Strength, Peer Mediation.
+3000 People provide with clean water
+3000 children given access to education
+100 schools built in this area.
Our Impact
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