Active Bystander Training: How to Speak Up With Courage, Care, and Respect
Wednesday, Apr. 29, 2026
6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Online Training
About the Training
Training Active Bystanders (TAB) is an interactive, skill-building workshop that helps community members recognize harmful situations, evaluate options, and take safe, effective action instead of remaining passive. Offered by experienced practitioners at Quabbin Mediation.
When you see something that is not right, not fair, or not just, you have a moral obligation to do something or say something about it.
— John Lewis
You Will Learn How To:
- Recognize when you are a bystander
- Understand roles in harmful situations
- Overcome common barriers to taking action
- Respond to bias and harm in the moment
- Use practical, safety-focused intervention strategies
- Create action plans for future situations
Workshop Style:
- Peer-led and interactive
- Group discussion and role play
- Real-life scenarios
Who Should Attend:
- Community members
- Volunteers and advocates
- Parents and caregivers
- Educators, faith leaders, and civic leaders
- Anyone who wants to respond to harm with courage, care, and clarity
Learn how to speak up with courage, care, and respect—when it matters most. To learn more information and register, please email info@sparkkindness.org.