--- title: PMAST | Empowering Youth, Families & Community description: Discover how we empower youth, families, and communities to effectively manage conflict, fostering a better, more harmonious life for all. --- [Skip to content](https://pmast.org#main-content) [![pmast](https://pmast.org/hs-fs/hubfs/pmast.png?width=395&height=147&name=pmast.png)](https://pmast.org/?hsLang=en) - [About Us](https://pmast.org/about-us) - Programs & Events Show submenu for Programs & Events - [Programs](https://pmast.org/program) - [Events](https://pmast.org/all-events) - [Join Us](https://pmast.org/careers) - [Resources](https://pmast.org/blog) - [Donate](https://pmast.org/donations) - [Contact](https://pmast.org/contact) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [About Us](https://pmast.org/about-us) - Programs & Events Show submenu for Programs & Events - [Programs](https://pmast.org/program) - [Events](https://pmast.org/all-events) - [Join Us](https://pmast.org/careers) - [Resources](https://pmast.org/blog) - [Donate](https://pmast.org/donations) - [Contact](https://pmast.org/contact) - [Visit Youth Legacy](https://pmast.org/youth-legacy) [Visit Youth Legacy](https://pmast.org/youth-legacy?hsLang=en) # PMAST: Peer Mediation And Skills Training Empowering youth, families, and community to manage conflict effectively for a life better lived. [About Us](https://pmast.org/about-us?hsLang=en) ![AdobeStock\_707952134 1](https://pmast.org/hubfs/AdobeStock_707952134%201.png "AdobeStock_707952134 1") ## Programs ![businesswoman-holding-presentation-for-business-pe-2023-11-27-05-37-07-utc](https://pmast.org/hs-fs/hubfs/businesswoman-holding-presentation-for-business-pe-2023-11-27-05-37-07-utc.jpg?width=2000&name=businesswoman-holding-presentation-for-business-pe-2023-11-27-05-37-07-utc.jpg) ## Youth Empowerment Skills (YES) An 8-week workshop teaching youth (11-18) communication, conflict management, and relationship-building for life. [Learn more](https://pmast.org/program-details?hsLang=en) ![group-of-happy-young-colleagues-talking-and-having-2025-01-09-12-42-43-utc](https://pmast.org/hs-fs/hubfs/group-of-happy-young-colleagues-talking-and-having-2025-01-09-12-42-43-utc.jpg?width=2000&name=group-of-happy-young-colleagues-talking-and-having-2025-01-09-12-42-43-utc.jpg) ## Youth Legacy (Airdrie) A program designed to empower at-risk youth with conflict resolution skills, mentorship, and support through a collaborative "village" approach. [Learn more](https://pmast.org/youth-legacy?hsLang=en) ![two-girls-studying-in-library-2024-05-22-16-31-09-utc](https://pmast.org/hs-fs/hubfs/two-girls-studying-in-library-2024-05-22-16-31-09-utc.jpg?width=2000&name=two-girls-studying-in-library-2024-05-22-16-31-09-utc.jpg) ## Conflict Seminar Series A program designed to equip employees with skills in conflict management, communication, negotiation, and team building to build stronger empathetic and collaborative teams. [Learn more](https://pmast.org/program-details-2?hsLang=en) ![A scene where a course facilitator is teaching parents and teens together](https://pmast.org/hs-fs/hubfs/AI-Generated%20Media/Images/A%20scene%20where%20a%20course%20facilitator%20is%20teaching%20parents%20and%20teens%20together.jpeg?width=1024&height=1024&name=A%20scene%20where%20a%20course%20facilitator%20is%20teaching%20parents%20and%20teens%20together.jpeg) ## Connected Families Program A 9-week program helping parents and teens learn together how to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and build stronger relationships.  [Learn more](https://pmast.org/program-details-1?hsLang=en) ![group-study-in-library-2023-11-27-05-20-28-utc](https://pmast.org/hs-fs/hubfs/group-study-in-library-2023-11-27-05-20-28-utc.jpg?width=2000&name=group-study-in-library-2023-11-27-05-20-28-utc.jpg) ## PEER Program An in-school program designed to equip students with the skills  to resolve conflicts, prevent bullying, and foster peer-led leadership and mediation. [Learn more](https://pmast.org/program-details-0?hsLang=en) [View All Programs](https://pmast.org/program?hsLang=en) ![PMAST- 1](https://pmast.org/hs-fs/hubfs/PMAST-%201.png?width=1770&height=730&name=PMAST-%201.png) ![group-of-happy-young-colleagues-talking-and-having-2025-01-09-12-42-43-utc](https://pmast.org/hs-fs/hubfs/group-of-happy-young-colleagues-talking-and-having-2025-01-09-12-42-43-utc.jpg?width=2000&name=group-of-happy-young-colleagues-talking-and-having-2025-01-09-12-42-43-utc.jpg) 50% "Nearly 50% of high school students report moderate to serious psychological challenges." - Michael Chaisson, Motivational Speaker & Founder of Access 52   71% "More than two-thirds of teachers and school leaders reported observing students make demeaning/hateful remarks towards classmates, which has led to hostile exchanges outside the classroom." - ATA Research 2024   10% In 2015 in Alberta, homelessness was experienced by more than 65, 000 youth, and with the increase in this reporting demographic, it's safe to assume the number of Alberta youth experiencing homelessness has only increased - Sunrise House 2019 Let’s Make a Change [Donate Today](https://pmast.org/donations?hsLang=en) ## Testimonials "PMAST excels in delivering programs that meet the urgent and growing needs of today's youth. Their efforts in building bully-free environments have brought notable changes to our school." "The strength of PMAST lies in their ability to adapt and respond to the needs of the community swiftly. Their programs not only address bullying but foster long-term social resilience." "The proactive approach of PMAST in addressing bullying and social discord is commendable. Their programs are not only timely but also deeply impactful for individuals, families and the greater community” ## Blog [View All Blogs](https://pmast.org/blog?hsLang=en) ## [2024-25 PMAST ANNUAL REPORT](https://pmast.org/blog/2024-25-pmast-annual-report?hsLang=en) [PMAST](https://pmast.org/blog/author/pmast?hsLang=en) Nov 24, 2025, 5:38:01 PM [Read more](https://pmast.org/blog/2024-25-pmast-annual-report?hsLang=en) ## [2023 PMAST ANNUAL REPORT](https://pmast.org/blog/curabitur-et-sem-soll-ici-tu-din-1-0-1-1?hsLang=en) [PMAST](https://pmast.org/blog/author/pmast?hsLang=en) Feb 7, 2025, 5:30:07 PM 2023 PMAST ANNUAL REPORT [Read more](https://pmast.org/blog/curabitur-et-sem-soll-ici-tu-din-1-0-1-1?hsLang=en) ## [2022 PMAST Annual Report](https://pmast.org/blog/curabitur-et-sem-soll-ici-tu-din-1-0-1-0?hsLang=en) [PMAST](https://pmast.org/blog/author/pmast?hsLang=en) Feb 7, 2025, 5:19:51 PM 2022 PMAST ANNUAL REPORT [Read more](https://pmast.org/blog/curabitur-et-sem-soll-ici-tu-din-1-0-1-0?hsLang=en) ## [2021 PMAST Annual Report](https://pmast.org/blog/2021-pmast-annual-report?hsLang=en) [PMAST](https://pmast.org/blog/author/pmast?hsLang=en) Feb 7, 2025, 5:07:07 PM 2021 PMAST Annual Report [Read more](https://pmast.org/blog/2021-pmast-annual-report?hsLang=en) ## [2020 PMAST Annual Report](https://pmast.org/blog/curabitur-et-sem-soll-ici-tu-din-1-0?hsLang=en) [PMAST](https://pmast.org/blog/author/pmast?hsLang=en) Feb 7, 2025, 4:54:00 PM 2020 PMAST ANNUAL REPORT [Read more](https://pmast.org/blog/curabitur-et-sem-soll-ici-tu-din-1-0?hsLang=en) ## Make a **Donation** Your support makes a difference! 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