The Alternatives to Violence Project is a multicultural organization of volunteers offering experiential workshops that empower individuals to liberate themselves and others from the burden of violence.

Our fundamental belief is that there is a power for peace and good in everyone, and that this power has the ability to transform violence.

AVP builds upon a spiritual base of respect and caring for self and others, working both in prisons and with groups in the community.

Mark Thomas is collecting Transforming Power (TP) stories on video. TP is the central principle used in AVP workshops, and is the power that can transform and de-escalate harmful conflict situations. Please contact mark at transformingpower dot com if you have stories to share.

Please contact us for workshop schedule and more information about AVP Tampa Bay.