Peter was Proud to be
a Public
School Teacher
3. Youth Work/Violence
Prevention Resources
Peter co-developed an
award winning violence prevention program for teens and young adults.
Explore the Healthy Relationships Curriculum
(HRC) Website
View a 20 minute video
presentation introducing HRC
Peter was the Program
Director for a Gemini Award nominated TV Documentary Film on Teenage Obesity
Visit the
Generation XXL Website
Peter Wrote Best Practices Papers for
Youth Action Northern Ireland
Download in PDF Format
Working with Young Men
Inspired
Youth Leadership
Strategies for Success
Improving Good Relations
Peter is a
violence prevention trainer and wrote the "Woman Abuse Prevention
and
Intervention Training Manual"
BRAVO Youth Engagement Programs
(Building Relationships
And Valuing Others)
1. Educator's Speeches and Professional Development
BRAVO keynotes and programs are for administrators, educators, social workers, youth justice workers, community based agencies and support staff who care for children, youth and young adults in community-based agencies and the school system.
Based on the recognition that unhealthy
relationships result from a profound disconnection from self, others and the
community. One way to inspire belonging and hope in the future is to promote
opportunities where we can all connect, feel capable and make valuable
contributions. Sharing and empowering others is best done from a strong
centered self that impacts all those we touch in word, witness and deed.
“In
viewing Peter’s beautiful website and speaking to him on the phone I was
given a glimpse into the kind of person he was and the type of keynote
address he would give. Nothing prepared me for meeting him in person and
seeing his presentation! Peter is a well spoken, kind man with a strong
message reminding us all of the power within us. His talk, sprinkled with
stories and photos from his life, really moved the entire group and helped
us to remember the difference we make every day in children’s lives. Unsung
heroes were encouraged!!"
In the workshop process we explore the opportunities and reclaim the passion
of our life's purpose as educators and youth workers. We will reinvest hope
and promise in the adage "I touch the future, I teach" by revitalizing our
energy to inspire youth with the gusto, support and gratitude required to
thrive in an evolving and challenging society.
2. Student Keynote - Beyond the Box:
Building Relationships and Valuing Others
Part 1 Beyond the Box:
Building Relationships and Valuing Others
Part 2 Including the BRAVO Theme Song
"GO MAKE A DIFFERENCE!"
Client Gratitude
- Colleen Foreman, Administrative Coordinator, Early Childhood Care and
Education NB
"Peter presented the
BRAVO (Building Relationship and Valuing Others) Program with a steady
compassion that respected individuals where they are at to find the courage
to grow new possibilities from their personal concerns, dreams and ideas.
Our Indigo Program participants are high school drop-outs, people in
conflict with the law, and single moms -- and they are also women working
very hard to make changes in their lives. Participants came away from
Peter's presentation holding their heads up a little higher, feeling
respected and appreciated for who they are and the gifts they have. Examples
of take away's include, "Anything is possible -- even for me!", and "If
you're open-minded and don't stereotype others, you can work with anyone." I
believe if everyone related to these young women the way Peter does, we
would put an end to youth violence and self-hate."
- Jen Melanson, Indigo Project Manager
"Include Youth evaluates this program as
a huge success - Peter was flexible in meeting the group's expectations.
Feedback from participants was extremely positive. The workshop was fun,
participative and enjoyable - the day flew in. There was a good mix of
theory and practice and the group left with exercises they would be able to
implement into their own work with young people. We found Peter to be
inspirational and motivational. The material is very innovative, well
researched and adaptable"
-
Koulla Yiasouma, Director,
Include Youth, Belfast, Northern Ireland
"The staff were greatly moved
by your workshop, all said they wished for more time, and I have found your
workbook out in some unusual places. I walked into the transportation office
the other day and there it was on top of the computer. When I asked about it
they told me that yours had been the best workshop they had ever been to and
they just liked having the workbook out to remind them and to read. Your
work is so wonderful. It brings so much truth and heart into the world.
Thank You a million times!!!"
- Charlotte Davis, Program Director, Alicante School, Sacramento
California