Dear Listowners and Postmasters; Would you be so kind as to consider the attached letter for posting on the list(s) you manage if you believe the subject appropriate for your members? We are a non-profit organization (staffed mainly by volunteers) seeking to increase our visibility among parties enmeshed in environmental conflict. As you may surmise, this is a very difficult national and international "market" to quantify, hence it is our hope to rely on your expertise to help reach potential clients. With advance appreciation; Jeff Borchers ([log in to unmask]) President, Board of Directors The Center for Resolution, Vision, and Change 803 NW 11th Street Corvallis, OR 97330, USA ________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________ Forward Header __________________________________ Subject: Environmental Conflict Resolution Author: Jeff Borchers at fsl Date: 3/8/95 4:53 PM Dear listmembers: Enclosed is information regarding a new, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization whose purpose it is to resolve environmental conflict. Although new, The Center for Resolution, Vision, and Change (CRVC) has facilitators with extensive experience in this area. If you know of individuals, agencies, or other organizations who might need our services, please forward this message to them. For further information, please do NOT respond to me directly nor to this list. The CRVC's e-mail address can be found in the attached announcement. Thanks; Jeff Borchers President, Board of Directors CRVC **************** Detach Message Here ***************** ___________________________________________________________________ The Center for Resolution, Vision, and Change "Change, although inevitable, is not insurmountable and must be faced with dignity and hope" __________________________________________________________________ The Center for Resolution, Vision, and Change (CRVC) is a non-political, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that: ----> Provides conflict resolution and land-use planning assistance for people struggling with environmental or natural resource controversy ----> Facilitates meaningful decision-making between diverse interest groups ----> Assists communities towards ecological sustainability and economic health The CRVC helps people develop a long-range vision based on their core values, economy, and the ecological sustainability of native natural resources--be they forested lands, rivers, wildlife, minerals or scenic beauty. Our facilitation service uses a multidisciplinary approach to help parties: ---->Uncover fundamental issues ---->Brainstorm ideas for approaching complex, economic, social and environmental problems ---->Make tough choices and cope with often painful change What the CRVC Does We provide experienced facilitators trained in natural sciences, economics, and mediation from a broad spectrum of political and cultural backgrounds who work as a team for a holistic approach to resolving conflicts. Two- to three-day forums have been designed to lead participants through a decision-making process that focuses on solving problems stemming from: ---->Competition for limited resources ---->Environmental degradation ---->Future plans for a natural resource ---->Unanticipated environmental changes ---->Opposing cultural values and uses placed upon a natural resource Participants in these public forums include public officials, government agencies, citizen advocacy groups, individuals, industrial representatives, property owners, and those others with tangible interest in the natural resource issues being disputed. The Benefits ---->The result is a plan to work for a sufficiency of resources, a healthy environment, and a resolution of controversy and conflict ---->Local economies become more stable because planning is based on realistic economic and ecological assessments of the resource that replenishes the economy ---->Community cultural values are defined and articulated, focusing awareness on those values ---->Facilitation can keep conflicts out of court ---->Environmental health is protected for future generations ---->A truly democratic process is left in place with improved communication among groups, a plan that is revisited over time, and a community that is clear about its mission of cultural, economic, and ecological sustainability Today's Challenge is Tomorrow's Opportunity An important aspect of our facilitation work is a sensitivity to the unique human issues inherent in planning for change. Our purpose is to promote a responsible and harmonious approach to change by providing a safe, constructive venue for airing differences, exploring ideas, and communicating needs. Let us provide the objective focus for your community's need to grow and adapt in a positive way. _____________________________________________________________ If you would like to learn more about our services, contact: Margaret Puckette, Director The Center for Resolution, Vision, and Change 803 NW 11th Street Corvallis, OR 97330 USA (503) 753-8306 e-mail: [log in to unmask] Our office will provide information regarding fees, and describe the preparation needed to invite and prepare participants for a productive experience. In addition to facilitation services, we provide training in techniques of facilitation and mediation for individuals wanting to develop these skills within their workplace or community. We also publish a quarterly newsletter containing information about our work and articles discussing economic-environmental conflict resolution. CRVC is a membership-supported organization and gratefully accepts contributions of services and funding towards our work. Annual membership dues are $20 (student), $35 (individual) and $50 (institution).