Our signature program is an interactive negotiation strategies skill course to empower people with the tools and techniques to advocate for themselves and resolve conflicts with employers, landlords, family members, and others. Participants gain self-confidence and strategies to live the fulfilling and productive lives they deserve.
“I see this work as increasing public safety by helping some of the individuals who are the most vulnerable, who didn’t receive the help they deserved or they needed when they were down and out, to gain the skills to advocate, to network, and to negotiate for themselves to get what they need.”
– Joel Caston | 2023 Negotiation Works Spring Celebration
The Negotiation Works programs “help us give the ladies a strong foundation on which to build their lives. I hope that more women can use these skills to negotiate things in their life and not simply settle for less.”
– Lisbeth Delcid | Program Manager, Together We Bake | 2021
“Negotiation Works’ course aligns closely with our goals because it builds a number of really important skills – problem-solving, showing empathy, learning to communicate in a strategic way, getting your voice heard, and building a sense of self-efficacy.”
- Alyssa Lovegrove | Academic Director, Georgetown Pivot Program | 2021
“The negotiation program fits well with our goals to provide skills for the residents of the Jail so they can navigate in society.”
– Staff | DC Jail | 2021
“Before this class, I was afraid of and avoided negotiations. Now, I have a strategy, think of the interests of the other person, and know how to prepare my argument clearly and strongly. I now have courage.”
– “Kiki,” 56 | Together We Bake | 2020
“This class helped me think critically and be a better negotiator and a better listener. These tools will help people work through their problems more effectively.”
- Pascal, 42 | Georgetown Pivot Program | 2021
"This class taught me not to leap to conclusions, to sit still in the moment, to hear both sides of the story, to talk a situation out, and to find a solution to the problem.”
– “MARGARET" | REACH UP | 2021
“We get to take this course but so many others don’t get to take a negotiations class like this, so we get to go out and help other people understand how to negotiate.”
- “Aurora,” 37 | Calvary | 2019
“I love the class content and instructors. The examples and role plays were based off real life scenarios that resonated with me and gave me a better understanding of how to apply negotiation skills to resolve very common conflicts.”
- Haydi, 21 | Together We Bake | 2018
“The teachers are so passionate, and their teaching style helps you learn more.”
– Victoria, 44 | Georgetown Pivot Program | 2021
“The course is very helpful and teaches you skills to use in everyday situations.”
- "Chloe", 40 | Together We Bake | 2020
“My negotiations in the past were 'my way'. I have learned how to stay calm and listen.”
- "Donna" | Calvary Women's Services | 2020
Your contribution enables Negotiation Works to bring negotiation training to people experiencing homelessness, recently released from prison, or living in domestic violence shelters in parts of the local community where these services have never before been offered. Individuals use these negotiation strategies to advocate for themselves, productively resolve conflicts, and create more durable relationships as they rebuild their lives. Your contribution helps foster stronger, more stable futures. Thank you for your support of Negotiation Works!
We are able to receive contributions from DAFs via the Negotiation Works EIN: 83-2595231
