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CommunicationThe Importance of Staying Informed
September 10, 2025

The Importance of Staying Informed

Stay informed about local demonstrations to avoid disruption and stay safe. Simple precautions can make all the difference.
CommunicationRestraint Holding: Emotional Self-Regulation in Action
September 4, 2025

Restraint Holding: Emotional Self-Regulation in Action

Emotional restraint transforms conflict into connection. Learn how NVC helps you pause, respond calmly, and reduce stress in tense moments.
CommunicationLone Working: The Silent Risk
August 12, 2025

Lone Working: The Silent Risk

Lone workers face a unique safety challenge: when something goes wrong, they’re often completely on their own. Whether you’re a community care worker visiting a client’s home, a security guard…
CommunicationCommunication Skills
July 23, 2025

Communication Skills

Your emotional well-being matters—and setting boundaries is one powerful way to protect it.
CommunicationPersonal Safety Starts with Boundaries
July 15, 2025

Personal Safety Starts with Boundaries

Your emotional well-being matters—and setting boundaries is one powerful way to protect it.
CommunicationWhy legal confidence is essential for safer frontline work
July 2, 2025

Why legal confidence is essential for safer frontline work

Frontline professionals in education, care, and housing face high-pressure situations every day — but many aren’t clear on their legal rights when it comes to using force or protecting themselves.
PodcastPodcast: Who’s Reality? Unravelling Truths
June 24, 2025

Podcast: Who’s Reality? Unravelling Truths

Trevel chats with Tony Holyland, SIA (S1 E1) We explore the real value of conflict management training — why it’s not just a “nice to have,” but a vital skill…
CommunicationChoosing the Right Physical Intervention Training Provider 
June 20, 2025

Choosing the Right Physical Intervention Training Provider 

Why it matters – and what you need to know  Not all physical intervention training is created equal. The wrong provider doesn’t just waste time and money — it can…
When Policies Go Too Far: Why Rigidity Can Increase RiskCommunicationWhen Policies Go Too Far: Why Rigidity Can Increase Risk
June 16, 2025

When Policies Go Too Far: Why Rigidity Can Increase Risk

It’s easy to assume that tighter rules always mean safer spaces. But in education and care settings—where emotions can run high and things can change fast—that isn’t always the case.…
CommunicationBuilding emotional intelligence through non-violent communication
April 2, 2025

Building emotional intelligence through non-violent communication

Understanding Emotional Intelligence Emotional intelligence (EI) refers to our ability to recognize, understand, and manage our own emotions while also being attuned to the emotions of others. It plays a…
CommunicationConflict prevention & management: essential skills for professionals
March 31, 2025

Conflict prevention & management: essential skills for professionals

In any professional setting, conflict is inevitable. However, the way we handle disputes determines whether they escalate or lead to positive change. At NVC Awareness, we equip professionals with the…
CommunicationHow leaders can foster positive workplace communication
March 31, 2025

How leaders can foster positive workplace communication

Effective leadership isn’t just about decision-making—it’s about communication. Leaders who embrace Non-Violent Communication (NVC) can create an environment where employees feel valued, heard, and motivated. The Role of NVC in…