Plans for PEACE and Conflict - Ubuntu Communities

What do we mean by PEACE and conflict?

The Ubuntu PEACE Plan is a proactive cultural community plan for keeping the fun before conflict arises. It coaches community stakeholders towards more concrete and shared understandings of safety, awareness, and interpersonal communication.

Conflict is a normal aspect of humanity, and can be embraced as teachable moments through peaceful and respectful conflict resolution strategies. When conflict has arisen, The Ubuntu Plan for Conflict guides stakeholders through the process of returning to the fun through actionable problem-solving solutions.

Early childhood and school-age educators can earn 2 hours of professional development on MiRegistry!

Course information

2 hours of professional development
Course can be taken online asynchronously, held on Zoom, or offered in-person upon request
This course is part four of the Skillful Togetherness Curriculum, which offers a more comprehensive training package by integrating mindfulness with other UCA-ECE pedagogies and approaches. We recommend taking all parts to experience the full benefit of the course content, however there are no prerequisites and Plans for PEACE & Conflict can be taken independently

Pricing:

$35

Package discount (with entire Skillful Togetherness Curriculum) – 15%
Group discount (10+ staff) – 15%
Group discount (20+ staff) – 20%

Please contact Ryan for package and group discounts.

Early childhood and school-age educators can earn 2 hours of professional development on MiRegistry!

About Ryan Brown

Ryan has more than 25 years of experience in the field of education, with 20+ years of that being in leadership and management roles. Starting off as a first grade basketball coach, Ryan has built his career as an innovative and well-respected early childhood and school-age educator. His passion for working with children, teachers, and families combined with his engaging stories of past experience translate into powerful, inspiring, and informative guidance for others.

After earning a Master of Arts in Early Childhood Education Administration and Leadership from the University of Michigan—Dearborn, Ryan cofounded the U School in Ann Arbor, MI where he has served as the Executive Director for 8 years. He is also the cofounder and Managing Partner of Ubuntu Communities, continuing to serve as Lead Trainer to offer training and consulting opportunities to early childhood organizations and educators around the world.

Positions and professional involvement:

Master of Arts in Early Childhood Education Administration and Leadership from The University of Michigan—Dearborn
Current member of Washtenaw Community College Early Childhood Education Advisory Committee
Co-founder and current Executive Director of the U School in Ann Arbor, MI
Managing Partner and Lead Trainer of Ubuntu Communities
Early Childhood Education Lecturer/Student Supervisor at UM-Dearborn
Transitional Toddler Teacher at Allen Creek Preschool
Lead pre-kindergarten teacher at Bright Horizons (NAEYC accredited center) in Redwood City, CA. At Bright Horizons, Ryan was recognized by his peers, families, and school leaders with awards such as The Family Partnership Award, The Rising Star Award, and the Teamwork Award
Director of Green Adventures Camp, an Ann Arbor Public Schools/Rec & Ed summer academic enrichment camp
Supervisor of Ann Arbor Public Schools kindergarten, before-, and after-school childcare programs
YMCA Early Childhood Sports Supervisor
Loving husband and father of three boys (16 years, 12 years, and 6 years old)