Trainings + Events

Take a training or workshop. Attend a film screening. These events are a way to get to know Metta better and build community for nonviolence.

  • International Day of Peace + Film Screening

    September 21, 2026

    10:00 AM - 12 PM Pacific

    ONLINE | ZOOM

    Each year on September 21, the world observes the International Day of Peace, established by the United Nations in 1981. It is dedicated to strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples. Traditionally, it is a day of ceasefires, reflection, and nonviolent action, inviting everyone to consider how they can contribute to a more compassionate and just world.

    Joining us is our friend, Taoist teacher John Blue, who will be offering peace exercises prior to and following the film, as well as holding open discussion about the importance of this day, the meaning of peace, and its deep connection to nonviolence. We're so happy to collaborate with him and Campaign Nonviolence Action Days for this event.

  • A Conversation with Nonviolence Radio

    September 30, 2026

    10:30 am- 12:00 PM Pacific

    ONLINE | ZOOM

    Nonviolence Radio is teaming up with Campaign Nonviolence (CNV) with a curated playlist of Nonviolent Solutions as part of CNV’s Action Days. Check out our playlist here and then join Stephanie (Nonviolence Radio’s host) on Wednesday, September 30 from 10:30 am -12 pm Pacific for a discussion rooted in fun, connection, and ‘hearing a different story’ together.

  • Nonviolence and Our Common Future: A conversation on the promise and challenges of the UN for building a more nonviolent world.

    October 1, 2026

    11:00 AM - 1 PM Pacific

    ONLINE | ZOOM

    Join the Metta Center for Nonviolence and our friends from Soka Gakkai International on the eve of the International Day of Nonviolence for a screening of The Third Harmony, followed by a conversation exploring the promise and challenges of the United Nations through the lens of nonviolence. Together, we’ll consider the importance of international cooperation and the role the UN can play in helping build a more nonviolent world.