We are happy to announce that we have scheduled our first circle for 2021 on Jan 28 at 10:00am pacific. Whether you want to train as a facilitator or just join in on a Compassion Trauma Circle, you will undoubtedly find the time very worthwhile. Circles are approximately 3.5 to 4 hours long, with breaks. After our introduction and connection…
Compassion Trauma Circle on Feb 25 at 10:00am pacific. Whether you want to train as a facilitator or just participate in on a Compassion Trauma Circle, you will undoubtedly find the time very worthwhile. Circles are approximately 3.5 to 4 hours long, with breaks. Sessions are setup as follows: Introduction and connection exercise (Part 1) Adverse Childhood Experiences questions and…
Trauma 101 Session Video Now Available. Click Here. Speaker: Rachelle Coffey, LPC-IT, MAC Hosted by Compassion Prison Project Rachelle Coffey is a licensed trauma therapist in Wisconsin. This two hour event will support volunteers and supporters of Compassion Prison Project by providing a foundational understanding of trauma, toxic stress and how it impacts the individual and community. 3:00pm PST /…
Whether you want to train as a facilitator or just participate in on a Compassion Trauma Circle, you will undoubtedly find the time very worthwhile. Circles are approximately 3.5 to 4 hours long, with breaks. Sessions are setup as follows: Introduction and connection exercise (Part 1) Adverse Childhood Experiences questions and discussion (Part 2) a Symptoms of Trauma presentation and…
Compassion Prison Project is hosting our first ever Volunteer Day! Join us for a day full of education, inspiration, research and discussion. Learn more about childhood trauma, ACEs and the U.S. prison system. Learn about writing to an incarcerated pen pal and learn how you can bring change to our prisons and our communities. To view the agenda for…
Our circles follow the format you’ve seen in Step Inside the Circle with enhanced modifications to work well in the Zoom environment. Whether you want to train as a facilitator or just participate in a Compassion Trauma Circle, you will undoubtedly find this time to be very worthwhile. Circles are approximately 3.5 to 4 hours long with breaks, and are setup as follows: Part…
Our circles follow the format you’ve seen in Step Inside the Circle with enhanced modifications to work well in the Zoom environment. Whether you want to train as a facilitator or just participate in a Compassion Trauma Circle, you will undoubtedly find this time to be very worthwhile. Please note, everyone attending is a participant of the circle. There are no observers or auditors.…
"The Wisdom of Trauma" FEATURING DR. GABOR MATÉ We're excited to share that Compassion Prison Project is featured in the upcoming film "The Wisdom of Trauma" highlighting the work and wisdom of Dr. Gabor Maté. Compassion Prison Project's Founder Fritzi Horstman also participates as an expert guest speaker during the 7-day world premiere. Trauma is the invisible force that shapes…
COMPASSION IS THE KEY TO UNLOCKING PERSONAL AND COMMUNITY GROWTH Let's work together to strengthen community, end loneliness, and transform health JUNE 17 & 18, 2021 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM EST Amidst the loss, grief and inequities of a global pandemic, empowering compassion is a skill that builds stronger, healthier communities. And we need it more than ever. With a…
Compassion Prison Project (CPP) is very pleased to announce our Inaugural Run Across America for Trauma Awareness (#RAAFTA) fundraising event in partnership with Be The Good. The objective is to run a cumulative 3,000 miles over the course of one week (June 19 - 27). Only by joining together can we reach our goal. Participants of all ages and…
Our circles follow the format you’ve seen in Step Inside the Circle with enhanced modifications to work well in the Zoom environment. Whether you want to train as a facilitator or just participate in a Compassion Trauma Circle, you will undoubtedly find this time to be very worthwhile. Please note, everyone attending is a participant of the circle. There are no observers or…
Sunday, July 11th 3:00pm PDT The Respect Project invites you to an inspirational conversation about Choosing Love in the Face of Pain with Elisabeth Rohm, Actress, director, philanthropist, host and co-founder of The Respect Project. This event features: Scarlett Lewis - Founder of the Choose Love Movement Ryan Chiaverini - Host, Musician, Actor Arthur Schwartz - President of character.org Dianne…
CPP is a grassroots, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We value every donation, no amount is too small. Your contribution directly funds CPP’s projects and operations which support our mission to transform prisons and communities through compassionate action. All donations are 100% tax-deductible.
CPP is a grassroots, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We value every donation, no amount is too small. Your contribution directly funds CPP’s projects and operations which support our mission to transform prisons and communities through compassionate action. All donations are tax deductible.
Fritzi Horstman is the Founder and Executive Director of Compassion Prison Project. She is a Grammy-award winning producer for her work on “The Defiant Ones”, has been a producer and post-producer on dozens of television projects and documentaries and has directed several films. She believes it is urgent to bring humanity and compassion to those living behind bars and these acts will help transform our society. She has a Bachelor’s Degree from Vassar College.
