past initiatives
LAPD officers talk POWER
The Peace Officer Wellness, Empathy & Resilience (POWER) Training Program is a nationally certified intensive and interactive curriculum for police and correctional officers that utilizes mindfulness practices, compassion-based communication exercises and training…
Read MoreTrainer leadership initiative
Beyond Us and Them, formerly Center for Council’s, Trainer Leadership Initiative provides direct council training, mentorship and support for extraordinary individuals working in the areas of race and reconciliation, education,…
Read MoreOur International partnerships
Beyond Us & Them has played a critical role in a series of interfaith “Bearing Witness Retreat” programs offered through Zen Peacemakers. At each of these international events, Beyond Us…
Read MoreCops & Communities: Circling Up
In September 2018, our organization (then known as Center for Council) brought together a group of law enforcement officers and community leaders to explore where there is common ground in…
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