What is Mentors in Violence Prevention (MVP)

The author argues the urgent need for nonviolence training and the contemporary challenges of implementing such plans. Furthermore, the chapter briefly discusses the eruptions of violence and experienced in Europe, along with innovative ways to educate all stakeholders. In addition, the chapter includes a case study of Swedish schools, with research of contemporary nonviolence training and curriculum. The chapter will benefit a variety of entities and organizations, such as educators in public school systems and governmental organizations. Findings suggest a growing concern among educators, students, and parents due to escalating threats and acts of violence in school settings. Moreover, findings indicate partial integration of sustainable nonviolence curriculum into some Swedish schools. The author proposes to integrate and implement nonviolence training into the Swedish public school system as nationally-mandated integrated subjects. Further research suggests additional research conducted to measure qualitative and quantitative results nonviolence curriculum and training.