YouthBuild Webinar Series Restorative Justice: Effective Practices for Conflict Resolution August 7th 2012; 2:00 - 3:30 PM (EDT)

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YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School Presenter Ameen Akbar Dean of Students YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School

Restorative Justice Students most impacted by challenging behavior can use the restorative justice process to: Determine steps to repair harm Prevent reoccurrence YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School utilizes restorative justice framework to address all challenging behaviors

Effective Restorative Practices Foster awareness Avoid scolding and lecturing Actively involve students Accept ambiguity Separate the deed from the “doer” Treat every instance of challenging behavior and conflict as a learning opportunity

Restorative Practice Philosophy YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School philosophy for using restorative justice framework: Create a positive climate and culture Empower staff to handle most behavioral issues Involve Dean of Students when there are significant or chronic infractions Encourage staff to incorporate their own experiences and build relationships with students

Restorative Practice Goals Understand impact of challenging behavior Support students and others impacted by challenging behavior Repair harm caused by challenging behavior Teach students to avoid causing intentional pain, embarrassment, or discomfort Involve others in the restorative justice process

Restorative Practices Continuum Affective Statements Affective Questions Initial Restorative Conferencing Group Conferencing/Circle Formal Restorative Conferencing

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