Matthew Friedman is a leading, internationally renowned global expert on modern slavery and human trafficking. An award-winning public speaker, author, filmmaker, and philanthropist, Matthew regularly advises heads of governments and intelligence agencies. In this impactful conversation, Leopoldino Jeronimo and Matt Friedman delve into the pressing issue of modern slavery, exploring its causes, devastating impacts, and the challenges in detecting and eradicating it. Matt Friedman shares compelling stories of individuals affected by human trafficking and highlights the critical responsibility of businesses to maintain ethical practices in their supply chains. The discussion emphasizes the delicate balance between profit and ethics, the role of consumers in advocating for change, and the need for collaboration between corporations, governments, and NGOs. Friedman underscores that awareness and individual action are essential, demonstrating that everyone has a role to play in the fight against exploitation. Together, they paint a hopeful vision of a future where ethical business practices and collective action drive meaningful change. Matt's Books are available here: Where were you? A Profile of Modern Slavery: https://amzn.to/4joPkHZ

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In this conversation, Henry Yampolsky, J.D., through his book (Dis-Solving Conflict from Within: an Inner Path for Conflict Transformation), shares his journey from being a refugee to becoming an advocate for conflict resolution and social justice. He discusses the nature of conflict, emphasizing that it is not merely an external issue but a reflection of our internal state. Yampolsky introduces the concept of 'dissolving conflict from within' and outlines principles for conflict transformation, including the importance of mindfulness, creating space for response, and understanding the triggers of conflict. Through personal stories and insights, he highlights the need for inner work to effect change in the world.

Henry Yampolsky is a mediator, educator, TEDx speaker, and lawyer who serves as the Assistant Director for Education, Outreach, and Conflict Resolution at Virginia Tech’s Office for Equity and Accessibility.

Takeaways

• Henry Yampolsky's journey from refugee to advocate is inspiring.
• Conflict is often viewed too narrowly in a binary way.
• Understanding the nature of conflict is crucial for resolution.
• Inner work is essential for external change.
• Triggers of conflict often stem from conditioning and trauma.
• Creating space allows for better responses to conflict.
• Observation without evaluation can transform interactions.
• Mindfulness is about getting better at feeling, not just feeling better.
• Engaging with complexity is necessary for conflict resolution.
• Peace is a space that allows for clarity and compassion.

Sound Bites

· Conflict is not separate from us.

· All change begins from within us.

· Peace is ultimately space.

Chapters

00:00Henry Yampolsky's Background and Motivation

05:14Understanding Conflict as a Reflection of Our Internal State

06:35The Mistaken View of Conflict as a Competition of Narratives

08:00The Three Elements of Conflict: Story, Attachment, and Emotion

09:28Dissolving Conflict from Within: Going Beyond Solving

11:59Internal and External Conflicts: All Change Begins from Within

15:17Triggers of Conflict and the Importance of Tuning Inward

15:47The Story of Henry Yampolsky's Mother and the Injustice She Faced

24:08The Accumulation of Ideas and the Confusion Between 'Ours' and 'Us'

31:05The Four Principles of Conflict Transformation: Tuning Inward, Observation without Evaluation, Expansion, and Exploration

37:54The Importance of Creating Space and Responding with Strength and Compassion

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The conversation explores the urgent issue of school shootings and how to enhance school safety measures. The guest, Daniel Dluzneski, a retired lieutenant with the US Secret Service and former coordinator of emergency management, discusses his book 'The First Five Minutes: School Shooting Survival Guide for Administrators and Teachers' and the need for concise and practical information on school safety. The conversation covers topics such as the role of technology in school safety, the importance of human-centered training, the key steps teachers and administrators should take during a shooting, and the need for a multi-layered approach to school safety. The conversation covers the topics of lockdowns, run-hide-fight training, the Alice training program, conflict resolution in schools, and parent engagement in safety discussions.

Keywords: school shootings, school safety, technology, human-centered training, lockdowns, armed school resource officers, multi-layered approach, lockdowns, run-hide-fight, Alice training, conflict resolution, parent engagement, school safety

Takeaways

• School shootings are a pressing issue that requires urgent attention and practical solutions.
• Schools should focus on a multi-layered approach to safety, including measures like six-foot fencing, limited entrances, locked classroom doors, and armed school resource officers.
• Technology alone is not sufficient to prevent school shootings, and schools should prioritize human-centered training and drills.
• During a shooting, teachers and administrators should prioritize lockdowns, stay in locked classrooms, and avoid evacuating students unless absolutely necessary.
• Schools should regularly assess and update their safety measures and policies to ensure they are effective and aligned with best practices. Lockdowns are advocated as an effective response to school shootings, as they limit the movement of the shooter and protect students and staff.
• The run-hide-fight training, originally designed for adults in the corporate world, is not suitable for children in schools, as it encourages them to confront gunmen.
• The Alice training program, which stands for alert, lockdown, inform, confront, and evacuate, has been criticized for its unrealistic and dangerous approach, such as encouraging students to throw objects at gunmen.
• Schools can improve conflict resolution and manage student behavior by implementing threat assessment teams and encouraging students to report concerns to trusted adults.
• Parent engagement is crucial in school safety discussions, and parents can advocate for better safety protocols and communication with the school board and state legislature.
• Schools should prioritize campus security, including monitoring access points and addressing open doors or gates that could allow unauthorized individuals to enter.

More about the guest

Daniel Dluzneski

Retired Lieutenant U.S. Secret Service Former Coordinator Emergency Management, Safety and Security Pinellas County Schools, Florida.

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