Alan Rafael Seid
Born in New York City, Alan Rafael Seid (sometimes affectionately referred to as Rafa by his friends) grew up bilingual and bicultural in Mexico City, Mexico. He is a CNVC Certified Trainer and has been studying Nonviolent Communication (NVC) since 1995. He trained primarily with the founder of the process, Dr. Marshall Rosenberg, Ph.D. while also attending many workshops with other trainers.
Alan brings a lively and engaging style to his trainings, combining humor, exercises for practice, a deep understanding of the theory behind the process, and a keen sensitivity to individual and group needs.
Alan has a university degree in Sustainability — the long-term health and vitality of people and communities in economy, ecology, and culture. He also holds a certificate in Permaculture Design, which he practices where he lives in community in the foothills of Washington State’s North Cascade Mountains.
Alan works as a coach and trusted advisor for leaders in the areas of communication, collaboration, teamwork, leadership, and culture.
His primary project is Kalapa, an integrated empowerment curriculum and developmental path for Changemakers. You can find out about Kalapa at https://theKalapa.com and more about Alan at https://RafaKalapa.com.
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About the Name “Nonviolent Communication”
In this engaging introduction to Nonviolent Communication, Alan Rafael Seid explores the meaning behind the name “Nonviolent Communication” and the consciousness at the heart of the practice. Drawing on Gandhi’s teachings, Marshall Rosenberg’s work, and the giraffe/jackal metaphor, he highlights ...
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The Purpose of NVC
In this foundational teaching, Alan Rafael Seid explores the purpose of Nonviolent Communication: creating the quality of connection in which people naturally want to contribute to one another’s well-being. Using relatable examples, he contrasts the experience of disconnection with the ease and g...
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How to Serve the World in a Financially Sustainable Way
Alan Rafael Seid, Certified NVC Trainer
Discover how to transform money, business, and marketing into life-serving forces. In this session, you will learn a 9-Step "road map" for building a positive-impact and right-livelihood that aligns with your values and ethics. Come learn how to serve othe...
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NVC and Social Change
Alan Rafael Seid, Certified NVC Trainer: We already know that Nonviolent Communication is an excellent tool for preventing and resolving conflicts, for transforming anger, guilt, shame and depression, and for creating a high quality of connection through which people enjoy spontaneously contribut...
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How Privilege / Lack of Privilege Affects Men, Fishbowl Discussion
Join Alan Rafael Seid, Certified NVC Trainer, for a provocative fishbowl discussion about how privilege and lack of privilege affect men.
What is a Fishbowl Process? The Fishbowl Process involves a small group of people "seated in circle" who are having a conversation in full view of a larger gr...
