This document provides an introduction to Nonviolent Communication (NVC). It discusses the key premises of NVC theory, which are that 1) humans fundamentally desire to enrich life, 2) our language often disguises judgment and blame as the cause of conflicts, and 3) using a needs-based language can help dissolve conflicts by connecting to our shared humanity. NVC offers an alternative paradigm to resolve conflicts through empathetic listening and honest expression of observations, feelings, needs, and requests, rather than judgment, blame, or compromise.

1. Nonviolent Communication An Introduction Mark Tracy