"In a world where you can be anything, be kind." Caroline Flack
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Restorative conferences are powerful tools for resolving conflicts, repairing harm and fostering a sense of community, through the creation of a safe non-judgmental environment where human connection is possible.
About Our 3-day Course
What will you gain?
A trauma-aware, neuro-inclusive, RJC aligned 3-day Foundation level Restorative Conferencing Facilitation qualification covering:
- the principles of restorative justice and restorative practice
- the processes for convening a restorative conference
- risk assessments and conference preparation
- how to support all participants
- roles and responsibilities of a conference facilitator.
Who should attend?
Staff in schools leading on Culture, Behaviour and Attitudes, SLT, Learning Mentors, Attendance Support Officers, Family Workers, Social Workers, Outreach Youth Workers. Anyone in your setting who works directly with young people and their families.
Why does this matter?
- Breaking the Cycle of Ineffective Punishment: Systems that focus soley on punishment without repair are less effective in breaking cycles of harmful behaviour than those that give the harmed a voice and support a process of reintegration for the harmer.
- Meeting the Behavioural Needs of Vulnerable Groups: Schools and their communities aiming to address the specific behavioural needs of a small group of children require tailored strategies that restorative practices can provide.
- Ensuring Safe and Effective Restorative Conferences: Schools and their communities must be able to properly risk assess the suitability of a Restorative Conference (RC) in line with the Restorative Justice Council's (RJC) best practice guidelines.
- Trauma-Informed Responses: Schools and their communities need to respond to incidents of hurt or harm with consideration for the trauma and life experiences of all parties involved, ensuring a compassionate and restorative approach.
What are the benefits?
- Comprehensive Referral System: Create a referral system in your setting that ensures all incidents are addressed in a restorative manner, providing rigorous support for incidents requiring more than a brief intervention.
- Support for SEND Young People: Access tools specifically designed to support young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping to foster an inclusive and restorative environment.
- Enhanced Self-Awareness: Develop tools to teach and cultivate self-awareness in both yourself and your young people, leading to more mindful and restorative interactions.
- Understanding of Neurodiversity: Acquire a deeper knowledge of neuroscience, neurodiversity, and the impact of developmental stages on behaviour, empowering you to address behavioural issues with greater insight.
- Expert-Led Training: Benefit from the experience and authenticity of trainers who have successfully implemented restorative practices, ensuring that the training is practical, effective, and relevant to your organisation's needs.
