De-Escalation and Conflict Resolution Training - Omak
Participants will be equipped with active listening and de-escalation conflict resolution skills.
Conflict Resolution Training
Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Time 9:00am-4:00pm (one hour lunch, meal provided)
Location: Community Foundation of NCW - Omak (715 Okoma Drive, Unit A)
Cost: Free
Join us for Conflict Resolution Training where you'll learn valuable skills to help you navigate through disagreements. Wenatchee Valley Dispute Resolution Center (WVDRC) will present a full-day, in-person training on the following topics:
- Listening and communication skills for teams and community engagement
- Exploration of conflict cycle and management styles
- De-escalation training
Participants will be equipped with active listening and de-escalation conflict resolution skills.
Conflict Resolution Training
Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Time 9:00am-4:00pm (one hour lunch, meal provided)
Location: Community Foundation of NCW - Omak (715 Okoma Drive, Unit A)
Cost: Free
Join us for Conflict Resolution Training where you'll learn valuable skills to help you navigate through disagreements. Wenatchee Valley Dispute Resolution Center (WVDRC) will present a full-day, in-person training on the following topics:
- Listening and communication skills for teams and community engagement
- Exploration of conflict cycle and management styles
- De-escalation training
About Wenatchee Valley Dispute Resolution Center
Wenatchee Valley Dispute Resolution Center (WVDRC) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization serving Chelan and Douglas counties and dedicated to changing relationships through peaceful conflict resolution. Together, with our team of volunteer mediators, the WVDRC provides cost effective mediation services, conflict resolution training, and community education.
Wenatchee Valley DRC Training Facilitator
Jennifer Talbot, Executive Director & Lead Trainer
Jennifer Talbot has been an integral part of the Wenatchee community for over 28 years. With more than 30 years of experience in leadership and collaboration across various organizations and workplaces, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise. Jennifer holds a master’s degree in Organizational Leadership with a concentration in Servant-Leadership from Gonzaga University.
Her extensive studies include active listening, decision-making, communication skills, diversity, conflict resolution, restorative circle keeping, and the art of facilitation. Jennifer leverages her skills in mediation, facilitation, circle keeping, and organizational leadership to foster the growth and development of conflict resolution services both locally and statewide. Since January 2019, she has served as the Executive Director of the Wenatchee Valley Dispute Resolution Center (WVDRC), which serves Chelan and Douglas counties.
Recent trainings facilitated by Wenatchee Valley DRC with instructor, Jennifer Talbot:
• Curious Conversations (6-part community education series) with NCW Libraries – June 2024, February 2024 & October 2023
• Active Listening Workshop (multiple sessions for community & in-house for organizations) - 2024
• De-escalation Training (multiple sessions for community & in-house for organizations) – 2024, 2023
• Professional Mediation Training (40-hour training) – June 2024, June 2023