Foundations in Restorative Practice

The content will be an introductory overview of the Restorative Justice field, and its potential value for individuals, and for our connectedness, both locally and as global citizens. Each session will also offer experiential learning, although online, working in a 'circle'. Resources for 'taking it further' will be provided via Moodle. The shared learning will be accumulative and the group will develop a life of its own, so those who register are asked to commit for all six sessions.

We will consider the Restorative model as a practical expression of Quaker testimonies and share the relevance for building community in response to diminishing resources, for tackling the harms caused by climate change and by racism, and for supporting children and young people to better look after themselves and each other. We will introduce the key Restorative principles in different contexts and create a group approach to problem-solving through communication, which lies at the heart of Restorative practice.

The start date for the course is when the online content and discussion forum becomes available; you can work on this material at any time to suit you.

The live Zoom sessions are at 19:00-20:30 (UK time) every Monday during this period.