Jul 1, 2026 | News, Restorative Justice, Volunteers
In the 2020s, immigration has become a politicized and controversial issue. Many politicians have stances on it, and the wider community sometimes feels as though it is torn by how its members feel about border policies. This political upheaval has made work for may...
May 18, 2026 | News, Restorative Justice, Volunteers
When Ace made a decision she now wishes she could take back, the consequences were serious. Along with a group of friends, she broke into a building and caused damage: an action that could have led to a path defined by punishment and lasting stigma. Instead, it...
Apr 27, 2026 | Events, Making Peace, Mediation, News
After more than a decade as a mediator, Earldine Tolbert has supported many families through some of life’s hardest moments. One mediation, however, continues to stand out as a powerful reminder of what’s possible when people are given the space and support to...
Apr 10, 2026 | Events, Making Peace, Mediation, News
When Ken and Karen Sensenig’s family gathered for Christmas 2025, joy was shadowed by years of accumulated pain, conflict, and distance. With their 50th wedding anniversary on the horizon, they hoped their adult children and in-laws could come together to...
Mar 16, 2026 | Education, Events, Making Peace, Mediation, News, Volunteers
Conflict is inevitable but violence and disconnection don’t have to be. At a recent Advoz donor event hosted at McCaskey High School, students took center stage to share how peer mediation is reshaping the way conflict is addressed, understood, and resolved within...
Feb 3, 2025 | News, Volunteers
We were honored to welcome Lydia Tamrat to our team as an intern several years ago. Those of you connected to Advoz lately may remember Lydia who interned through the Shalom Project. Lydia stood out as a rock-star intern, excelling in nearly every aspect of the work....
