Our signature program is an interactive negotiation skills course that empowers individuals with tools and techniques to advocate for themselves confidently and resolve conflicts productively with employers, landlords, family members, and others so they can have an equitable shot at building stable and successful lives for themselves, their families, and the broader community.
“The Negotiation Works class has been a foundational element of the Pivot program for the last five years because these are not just professional skills—they are life skills, too…Our Fellows now walk with a little more confidence and think more critically about how they present themselves in conversations that matter.”
– Tyronda Ferrell | Program Coordinator and former Fellow, Georgetown Pivot Program | 2025
“I will now be a better listener, which will improve my ability to communicate more effectively.”
- Andre | MORCA-Georgetown Paralegal Program | Spring 2023
“Negotiation Works’ session was so popular it was standing room only—a powerful reminder of just how essential these skills are. For our Scholars—and really all young people—learning to advocate for themselves, whether with a financial aid office or a future employer, is a critical skill for navigating life’s challenges.”
- Molly Friesenborg | Director of Scholar Programs | New Futures
“The way you put this course together was genius. You’ve helped me tremendously in ways that I will use for the rest of my life.”
– Maya | Georgetown Pivot Program | Fall 2021
"I loved the class. It taught me how to stand up for myself in life situations.”
- Marquinta | DC Jail | Spring 2024
“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
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
“Being able to advocate for myself is one of the rewards this class has afforded me.”
- Joan | Calvary Women’s Services | Spring 2022
“The teachers are so passionate, and their teaching style helps you learn more.”
– Victoria, 44 | Georgetown Pivot Program | 2021
“I can’t give enough stars as a review of this class. It has built my confidence and pushed me to put myself in situations and negotiations where in the past I have always avoided dealing with the scenario.”
– Shannon | Georgetown Pivot Program | Fall 2024
“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
