Prison of Peace

The program that proved transformation is possible anywhere

Doug co-founded Prison of Peace to teach affect labeling to inmates serving time for violent crimes, empowering them to transform their own facilities. They were trained in the method, became peer mediators, and created change from the inside.

What They Learned

  • Deep listening practices

  • Emotional recognition and reflection

  • Rapid de-escalation techniques

  • Dispute mediation training

The Results

  • Measurable reductions in violence

  • Thousands trained in the 90-second method

  • Inmates with violent pasts now teaching the method

  • International recognition and adoption

Doug Noll Speaking

If transformation is possible where hope is rare, it is possible anywhere people struggle to work together.

Stories from the Inside

Dawn Godman

On the life-changing power of listening

Christa Knellwolf-King

Felt awe at the power of deep listening

Wayne and Sabrina MacQueen

Making others feel safe

Phyllis Ireland

Making us closer because he feels more heard

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