Naomi Drew

American Conflict Resolution Teacher

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Naomi Drew is recognized around the world for her work in conflict resolution and peacemaking. She is the award-winning author of seven widely used books, including recently-released, No Kidding About Bullying. Her landmark book, Learning the Skills of Peacemaking was one of the first to introduce peacemaking into public education. Hailed as visionary, Ms. Drew’s work has enabled families, educators, and children to live these skills on a daily basis.

Harvard Medical School’s, Dr. Robert Brooks, has praised Ms. Drew’s acclaimed book, The Kids’ Guide to Working Out Conflicts, as “an invaluable resource.” Recipient of four national awards, this book has been lauded by educators and students as well as School Library Journal, Teaching K-8, and many other publications.

People of all ages attest to durable changes in their relationships after applying the principles Drew outlines. Her work has been featured in magazines and newspapers across the United States, including Time, Parents, and The New York Times. She has been a guest on syndicated radio and national TV, and has served as a parenting expert for “Classroom Close-ups,” an Emmy-winning public television show.

Naomi Drew is a dynamic speaker who has inspired a diverse range of audiences. She consults to school districts, parent groups, civic organizations, and businesses, and headed the New Jersey State Bar Foundation’s Conflict Resolution Advisory panel for eight years. Susan Skog, author of Peace in Our Lifetime, says, “Naomi Drew is a master teacher and a pathfinder in our culture.”

Ms. Drew has two grown sons who were raised in accordance with the principles she writes about. She has over twenty-five years of experience in the field of conflict resolution, peacemaking, and anti-bullying and has worked with thousands of people of every age. Her parenting books, Peaceful Parents, Peaceful Kids and Hope and Healing: Peaceful Parenting in an Uncertain World, have helped bring the skills of peacemaking to families throughout and beyond the United States.

“Peaceful Parents,” Drew’s on-line newsletter, has broad international readership, and her website, LearningPeace.com is a valuable resource to families and educators worldwide. Ms. Drew is a former educator. Her work is considered cutting-edge because of its relevance, practical nature and applicability.

 

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