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PEACE EDUCATION PROGRAMME INFLUENCING ATTITUDES IN CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES

Welcome!

PEP Package

PEP Package – What You Get. *10 1 hour DVD’s*Participant Workbook*Facilitators Manual

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Where PEP Has Been Facilitated. *In over 305 Correctional Facilities Worldwide*In 73 countries*In 35 languages*In 2 prisons in New ZealandSpringhill Men’s, Hamilton and Arohata Women’s, Wellington*In 4 prisons in Australia – Brisbane, Adelaide, Gold Coast, Canberra

Developed and distributed by the Prem Rawat Foundation www.tprf.org

Not for profit, non-sectarian organsation.

Background

Peace On The Inside DVD (10 minutes)

PEP In Dominguez State Jail,San Antonio,Texas

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PEP Objectives

PEP Objectives:

1. Participants have an increased understanding of the possibility of personal peace.

2. Participants have a greater awareness of their inner resources such as clarity, peace, appreciation hope, choice, understanding.

3. Participants begin to see their innate value regardless of their circumstances.

PEP Learning Approach

PEP Learning Approach:

Listen Reflect Express

Encourages self-understanding. There are no right or wrong answers. Understanding grows. The ability to listen grows.

PEP Reflection Time

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PEP Themes 1. Peace 2. Appreciation 3. Strength 4. Self-Awareness 5. Clarity6. Understanding7. Dignity8. Choice9. Hope10. Contentment 

Reflections from ParticipantsArgentina, Ezeiza – Unit 31 Ezeiza Women’s Prison “Me, in my addict condition, I have very low self-esteem, It’s good to come to this workshop and hear that I am a valuable person.”

Brazil, Sao Paulo – Penitenciaria Pinheiros “For me, the Peace Education Program makes me think differently before I act. Thank you so much for your help.” Florida, Miami – Metro West Detention Center (MWDC) men “I can’t change what I did but I can make my future better.” “I’ve been in prison 17 years. “People are always saying this is hell. Prem Rawat talks about experiencing heaven on earth by appreciating what we have, not always looking at what we don’t have.”

Reflections from ParticipantsWellington, NZ – Arohata Women’s Prison “Don't always evaluate yourself through the eyes of the world. Justbe yourself, look inside you and be strong. That is what I have learnedfrom PEP.”

California, Los Angeles – Twin Towers Jail (men) “I’ve spent 30 days in jail. I feel I’ve learned my lesson. There are better ways to correct bad behavior than imprisonment. Programs are a good alternative. Clarity is the key.” “This is one of the most important classes I have attended, because it talks about Real Life, and it teaches you how to live and enjoy your life better.” Hamilton, NZ – Springhill Correctional Facility “PEP has made me think seriously about choices.”

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How PEP Influences Attitudes What facilitators have observed worldwide:

Very individual the way a participant’s attitude changes as a result of engaging with PEP.

An observation from a PEP Facilitator:

“When a person becomes to see their value more, they tend not to be so angry and reactive. The Prison environment tends to generate a degree of misbehaviour and reactivity.Prison Officers report that PEP participants become more self-reflective and less reactive within the prison environment.”

How PEP Influences Attitudes What facilitators have observed worldwide: PEP Participants:*Become more self-aware*Feel a greater sense of empowerment*Feel more value as a person*Victim mentality changes*Change their perspective - “Where I am now doesn’t define how I move forward and where I end up.”

How PEP Influences Attitudes What facilitators have observed worldwide.

Builds understanding about the innate ‘tools”you have at your disposal rather than the focus being on what you lack.

This understanding can alter how you see yourself. Such an understanding supports your ability to move forward.

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How PEP Influences Attitudes What facilitators have observed worldwide.

The curriculum content directs participants to reflect on the good in their lives – the appreciation of beingalive. This understanding can influence the outcome of a persons day no matter what their circumstances.

How PEP Influences Attitudes What facilitators have observed worldwide. Participants change their attitude towards others. This results in an improved quality of interaction with other people. Works well alongside other education programmes including drug and alcohol programmes.

How PEP Influences Attitudes What facilitators & participants have observedworldwide.

Program highlights the power of choice and how once you feel you have choices, that understanding can influence your day to day behaviour and outcomes.

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Where PEP Is Also Facilitated

• Universities• U3A• Adult education programs• Professional and Corporate groups• Community organizations • Retirement communities• Veterans Associations• Youth groups

Other Resources: Inside Peace the movie

Inside Peace – About criminal offenders who are plagued by a lifetime of violence, addiction and bad choices. They find their way to the Peace Class in a Texas prison. Inside Peace tells their story. https://insidepeacemovie.com

Coming soon to NZ……..

Inside Peace with Teachers Guide

Inside Peace – the movie with accompanying Teachers Guide.This resource is suitable for youth and schools. Could be relevant in a variety of school subjects. The Teachers/Facilitator Guide has enough material for 3-5 lessons.

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Inside Peace the movie – an example where used..

Department of Corrections of the State of Colorado, USA. Inside Peace will be offered to all the Pre-Release Specialists across all state correctional facilities for viewing by the offenders via closed circuit TV channels. Department keen to make the film part of the on-going pre-release programming.https://insidepeacemovie.com

Other Resources Available

Splitting The Arrow – by Prem Rawat.A series of stories about the business of life.

Accessing PEPGo to: www.tprf.orgSelect Programs§  Select Peace Education Program§  Go to Getting Started§  Cost $100US **Contact Catherine Gavigan for Introductions to PEP in Australia. centre@globaldial.com

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Using PEP – next Workshop Introduction to Facilitating PEP – Friday 9th June 20179.30-3.00pm Te Rauparaha Arena - Meeting Room 1 17 Parumoana Street, Porirua

For further information and registration details email Catherine: insidepeacepacific@gmail.com

PEP Consultant Support

PEP Support for the South Pacific:

Catherine Gavigan +61 407335662 +64 211428893

Dr Andrew Ramsay +61 409073474

Thank You For Your Interest In The Peace Education Program

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