Violence is words and actions where the intent or impact
is to hurt people: it is the misuse of power and authority.
- The Initiative
The Initiative for Peaceful Families and Communities in Ramsey County (Formerly The Initiative for Violence Free Families and Communities in Ramsey County) was formed in 1991 with the vision of community-wide action to prevent family, community and workplace violence. The initiative develops sustained, effective responses to root causes of violence, promoting peaceful, health relationships through Action Teams and Community Partnerships. Initiative Summary (pdf) | What is Violence? (pdf)
Tools and Resources for Promoting Peaceful, Healthy Relationships:
Addressing Media Violence
Faith Communities
Hmoob ThajYeeb (Hmong Peace)
Men's Messages - Promoting healthy, peaceful men and boys
Safe Gun Storage
Schools
Sexual Violence Prevention
Strong and Peaceful Families
The Wakanheza Project - Creating welcoming environments for children, young people and families
Workplaces - Creating respectful, violence-free workplaces
Return to Healthy Behaviors
