Hello Elements of Peace Applicants!
Join us on a youth peace and wellness adventure founded in nature connection and the contemplative arts from diverse wisdom traditions. The main goals are to inspire stewards of the environment and leaders of a kind, peaceful, and resilient greater Charlottesville and world by:
1. Proactively responding to the youth mental health crisis through compassionate community, expert facilitators, and creative opportunities for youth to uncover meaning, resilience, and motivation for the year ahead
2. Bringing together diverse youth and cultivating deep and authentic relationships
3. Making peace a priority and kindness cool again!
Please submit this application form to let us know of your interest in the program. We will send the final registration form to those admitted to the program. Please give us a 1-2 week turnaround to respond. For questions and more information you may contact us at elementsofpeaceprogram@gmail.com.
Thank you for all you do to grow peace inside yourselves and in the world!
Program Details
Ages: 11-15 (12-14 recommended; Mature & enthusiastic 11 year olds as well as 15 year olds who may like to become mentors/counselors for future Elements of Peace programs are also encouraged to apply!)
Date & Time: August 10-11, 2024 (Drop off: 8:30AM; Pick up: 4:30PM)
Event Address: Camp Holiday Trails, Charlottesville, VA