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Young Minds May 2008

There is an article in the May edition of Young Minds about PFN schools work written by Nicky Solloway. Click here to access the file as a MS Word Document.

LIVING IN PEACE - Support and Development Group

Would you like to be part of a newly forming group where interested people would come together in an exploration and celebration of ourselves, our relationships and our place in the Universe?
The group will use many methods to enhance its growth and development incorporating song, dance, movement, meditation, relaxation, enquiry etc. All things that nurture us.
We will support one another in our endeavour to live more peaceful connected lives.
The group will be a wonderful resource for those who have participated in the Art of Living in Peace workshop, or others who are wanting to live a more peaceful life. It will act as a means to support practice and continue some of the themes experienced within the Art of Living in Peace.
Below are some outline themes and values that would underpin the Peace group.

The group would be in accord with the principles outlined in the Art of Living in Peace workshop.
Peace is much more than our inner state of being; it is a full dynamic creative process.
Peace begins with ourselves and expands to our relationships with others and the environment including all life cycles.
Within the group we would endeavour to develop a culture of peace through are interactions where we celebrate and honour our differences and our Unity however challenging this may sometimes be.
We offer each other space to express, explore, engage and be present with mutual support, building openness, trust and respect.

For further details ring Rena Smith for details Tel: 01246 411923

Free workshops for schools or community groups including CD's and packs of affirmation cards!

Support from Abbey NationalTrust means we can offer a number of free workshops to young people in schools in priority areas or community groups within the Sheffield area. These can include parents or carers if appropriate.
Contact Claire at peace.foundation@waitrose.com

schools work

Peace education in schools

play music Click to download a short extract in mp3 format.

These short, powerful programmes have transformed many pupils' lives. Students are taught techniques to deal with stress, develop inner peace and peace with others. The six week Juniper small group programme is suitable for year 5 upwards, other programmes are available for younger age groups.

The programmes are particularly relevant to the areas of inclusion, transition and developing SEAL/PSHE/Citizenship and the new SEAL curricula. They are also very supportive for students feeling stressed by exams.

Training is offered to school staff through national training days, INSET sessions and through participation in the programmes. Click here for more information.

"Off to the daisy field in class" - Article in The Guardian

In May 2007 The Guardian published an article about PFNs work in schools. You can download this as a MS Word document. Click here to download article.

Beams of Love

Beams of Love is an occasional newsletter produced by Peace Foundation Network for members and others. Click here to download a copy in Adobe Acrobat pdf format.

Work in schools

"Off to the daisy field in class" - Article in The Guardian

In May 2007 The Guardian published an article about PFNs work in schools. You can download this as a MS Word document. Click here to download article.

"Stressbusters"

Article in Spectrum - Yoga Journal of the British Wheel of Yoga

My Special Place

We have recently had an article on "Stressbusters for Kids" published with Spectrum Magazine from The Wheel of Yoga. This article can be download as a MS Word document. Click here for article.

Exhibition at Winter Gardens Sheffield

display in the Winter Gardens

The director of Chidrens Services Sheffield with local pupils admiring pictures of their peaceful place on display in the Winter Gardens.

Abbey helps out

kathy miller helps out

When Kathy Miller of Abbey Charitable Trust visited St Catherines Primary School Pitsmoor to present a cheque to the Peace Foundation Network she could not resist joining in. It was Anti-bullying week and the children were practising being kind by writing kind comments on each others backs.
The cheque for £2906 is to pay for the publication of a resource book for parents and teachers and 5,000 CDs for sheffield youngsters. The CDs are distributed as part of the Peace Foundation Network charity's programme in schools. The programme includes work on dealing with stress, being a good friend, feeling confident and standing up to bullies. It emphasises practice at home and the CD helps pupils and their families to practice relaxation techniques. The new resource book will help parents to support their children or teachers to provide follow up work in class. Copies of the book and CD are available from the Peace Foundation Network.

“Stress Busters for Kids” Business Club

Nick Clegg MP

Our Patron Nick Clegg MP with children showing the CDs they had received at the end of a workshop.

Nick Clegg (MP) who is Patron of the charity supported the launch of the new “Stress Busters for Kids” business club at the Macdonald St Paul’s Hotel, Sheffield on the 29th September 2006. The Business Club enables local business to support the work of PFN with young people. Click here for more information.

Last updated 20 July 2008


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	Home Page Adult Programmes Youth Programmes Teacher Training Resources Support our work News/Opportunities Evaluations Annual Review Contact Useful Links		News Young Minds May 2008 There is an article in the May edition of Young Minds about PFN schools work written by Nicky Solloway. Click here to access the file as a MS Word Document. LIVING IN PEACE - Support and Development Group Would you like to be part of a newly forming group where interested people would come together in an exploration and celebration of ourselves, our relationships and our place in the Universe? The group will use many methods to enhance its growth and development incorporating song, dance, movement, meditation, relaxation, enquiry etc. All things that nurture us. We will support one another in our endeavour to live more peaceful connected lives. The group will be a wonderful resource for those who have participated in the Art of Living in Peace workshop, or others who are wanting to live a more peaceful life. It will act as a means to support practice and continue some of the themes experienced within the Art of Living in Peace. Below are some outline themes and values that would underpin the Peace group. The group would be in accord with the principles outlined in the Art of Living in Peace workshop. Peace is much more than our inner state of being; it is a full dynamic creative process. Peace begins with ourselves and expands to our relationships with others and the environment including all life cycles. Within the group we would endeavour to develop a culture of peace through are interactions where we celebrate and honour our differences and our Unity however challenging this may sometimes be. We offer each other space to express, explore, engage and be present with mutual support, building openness, trust and respect. For further details ring Rena Smith for details Tel: 01246 411923 Free workshops for schools or community groups including CD's and packs of affirmation cards! Support from Abbey NationalTrust means we can offer a number of free workshops to young people in schools in priority areas or community groups within the Sheffield area. These can include parents or carers if appropriate. Contact Claire at peace.foundation@waitrose.com Peace education in schools Click to download a short extract in mp3 format. These short, powerful programmes have transformed many pupils' lives. Students are taught techniques to deal with stress, develop inner peace and peace with others. The six week Juniper small group programme is suitable for year 5 upwards, other programmes are available for younger age groups. The programmes are particularly relevant to the areas of inclusion, transition and developing SEAL/PSHE/Citizenship and the new SEAL curricula. They are also very supportive for students feeling stressed by exams. Training is offered to school staff through national training days, INSET sessions and through participation in the programmes. Click here for more information. "Off to the daisy field in class" - Article in The Guardian In May 2007 The Guardian published an article about PFNs work in schools. You can download this as a MS Word document. Click here to download article. Beams of Love Beams of Love is an occasional newsletter produced by Peace Foundation Network for members and others. Click here to download a copy in Adobe Acrobat pdf format. Work in schools "Off to the daisy field in class" - Article in The Guardian In May 2007 The Guardian published an article about PFNs work in schools. You can download this as a MS Word document. Click here to download article. "Stressbusters" Article in Spectrum - Yoga Journal of the British Wheel of Yoga We have recently had an article on "Stressbusters for Kids" published with Spectrum Magazine from The Wheel of Yoga. This article can be download as a MS Word document. Click here for article. Exhibition at Winter Gardens Sheffield The director of Chidrens Services Sheffield with local pupils admiring pictures of their peaceful place on display in the Winter Gardens. Abbey helps out When Kathy Miller of Abbey Charitable Trust visited St Catherines Primary School Pitsmoor to present a cheque to the Peace Foundation Network she could not resist joining in. It was Anti-bullying week and the children were practising being kind by writing kind comments on each others backs. The cheque for £2906 is to pay for the publication of a resource book for parents and teachers and 5,000 CDs for sheffield youngsters. The CDs are distributed as part of the Peace Foundation Network charity's programme in schools. The programme includes work on dealing with stress, being a good friend, feeling confident and standing up to bullies. It emphasises practice at home and the CD helps pupils and their families to practice relaxation techniques. The new resource book will help parents to support their children or teachers to provide follow up work in class. Copies of the book and CD are available from the Peace Foundation Network. “Stress Busters for Kids” Business Club Our Patron Nick Clegg MP with children showing the CDs they had received at the end of a workshop. Nick Clegg (MP) who is Patron of the charity supported the launch of the new “Stress Busters for Kids” business club at the Macdonald St Paul’s Hotel, Sheffield on the 29th September 2006. The Business Club enables local business to support the work of PFN with young people. Click here for more information.

	Last updated 20 July 2008

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