The Elements of Peace Summer Program offers youth (ages 11-15) a nature immersion retreat—a fun, screen-free experience for rest, reflection, and connection before the next school year begins. Rooted in mindfulness, creative expression, and deep connection with nature, we invite participants to slow down, reflect, and engage in community-building while developing tools for peaceful leadership, such as compassionate communication, visioning, and environmental stewardship.

Participants will cultivate self-awareness, emotional resilience, and build meaningful relationships through practices such as yoga, nature art, drumming, tea ceremonies, and social meditation.

Grounded in values of kindness, presence, and integrity the program creates a space where young people can reconnect with themselves, one another, and the world around them.

This program is offered by Elements of Peace in partnership with Love No Ego Foundation, UVA's Contemplative Sciences Center, and the UVA Center for Community Partnerships.

APPLICATION DETAILS

Cost: $400 + administrative fees; partial and full scholarships available. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. 

Age eligibility: 11-15 years old

LEARN MORE AND APPLY
A commitment to all four days is required. Spots are limited. Completion of application does not guarantee acceptance into the program. A confirmation and request for registration will be sent after review of the application.
 

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