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Restorative WorksArt, Dialogue, and Restorative Justice: A Visual JourneyClaire de Mézerville López is joined by co-host, Professor Emanuela Biffi, for the “Powerful Intersection Between Restorative Justice and Art” podcast series, a special initiative by the IIRP together with the European Forum for Restorative Justice (EFRJ). Art has the unique ability to connect and facilitate dialogue, making it a powerful tool in restorative justice practices. Throughout the series, we examine how artists from different disciplines and cultural backgrounds use their creative expression to foster communication, build empathy, and potentially repair harm. Each episode highlights a different aspect of this intersection, featuring conversations with artists who have contri...
2025-08-2125 min
Restorative WorksFrom Anger to Empathy: A Story of Restorative ImaginationClaire de Mézerville López is joined by co-host, Professor Brunilda Pali, for the “Powerful Intersection Between Restorative Justice and Art” podcast series, a special initiative by the IIRP together with the European Forum for Restorative Justice (EFRJ). Art has the unique ability to connect and facilitate dialogue, making it a powerful tool in restorative justice practices. Throughout the series, we examine how artists from different disciplines and cultural backgrounds use their creative expression to foster communication, build empathy, and potentially repair harm. Each episode highlights a different aspect of this intersection, featuring conversations with artists who ha...
2025-08-1418 min
Restorative WorksArt as a Bridge: Restorative Storytelling with Geoff PowerClaire de Mézerville López is joined by co-host, IIRP Associate Professor, Dr. Fernanda Fonseca Rosenblatt, for the “Powerful Intersection Between Restorative Justice and Art” podcast series, a special initiative by the IIRP together with the European Forum for Restorative Justice (EFRJ). Art has the unique ability to connect and facilitate dialogue, making it a powerful tool in restorative justice practices. Throughout the series, we will examine how artists from different disciplines and cultural backgrounds use their creative expression to foster communication, build empathy, and potentially repair harm. Each episode will highlight a different aspect of this i...
2025-08-0722 min
Restorative WorksPowerful Intersection Between Restorative Justice and Art with Olga ZioriClaire de Mézerville López is joined by co-host Bálint Juhász, for the “Powerful Intersection Between Restorative Justice and Art” podcast series, a special initiative by the IIRP together with the European Forum for Restorative Justice (EFRJ). Art has the unique ability to connect and facilitate dialogue, making it a powerful tool in restorative justice practices. Throughout the series, we will examine how artists from different disciplines and cultural backgrounds use their creative expression to foster communication, build empathy, and potentially repair harm. Each episode will highlight a different aspect of this intersection, featuring conversa...
2025-07-3123 min
Restorative WorksSecond Chances: Restorative Justice for Youth in ColombiaBuilding Sociedades Más Justas: Youth Justice in Colombia Claire de Mézerville López and cohost IIRP Lecturer A. Miguel Tello welcome Lina Hernández Nassif to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Lina brings a wealth of experience from her work implementing restorative justice programs, particularly with youth in Colombia. Her journey spans from coordinating conflict resolution programs in prisons to facilitating initiatives for vulnerable teenagers across diverse socio-cultural contexts. In this compelling conversation, Lina shares pivotal outcomes from her programs, emphasizing the crucial role of victims in the restorative justice process. By placing survivors at the...
2025-07-2423 min
Restorative WorksTwo Plus Two Is Twenty-Two: Real Stories from Long Island SchoolsClaire de Mézerville López welcomes IIRP alumnus, Gregg Scheiner, to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Gregg joins us and shares how his inclusive approach to mediation and conflict resolution empowers students and community members alike. He shares impactful stories, such as his work with a Nassau County high school where students and staff engaged in peer mediation sessions, leading to lasting resolutions and strengthened community bonds. He introduces us to the innovative Truancy Continuum of Care project, which utilizes restorative principles to reintegrate students into classrooms with supportive, non-punitive strategies. His initiatives have significantly reduced truancy ra...
2025-07-1022 min
Restorative WorksThe Restorative Compass: Rethinking Conflict Through StoriesClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Natasha Akery to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Natasha joins us and introduces her original framework, the “Restorative Compass,” a forward-looking alternative to the Compass of Shame. Designed to help students and educators navigate difficult emotions and conversations, the Restorative Compass guides users from reactivity toward engagement, self-compassion, and acknowledgment of others. In the classroom, she repurposes restorative questions to examine literary conflict, inviting students to explore who is impacted, how relationships shift, and how characters might repair harm. The result? Deeper learning, more critical thought, and powerful public speaking skills....
2025-06-2621 min
Restorative WorksCommunity First, Always: Restorative Justice in Schools and Beyond with Bianca JohnsonClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Bianca Johnson to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Bianca joins us and shares her introduction to restorative justice through a pilot diversion program that instantly resonated with her values. Her story highlights how relationships built in the community can open the door for meaningful engagement and real change within institutions. Bianca shares a moving story of a stolen car, a juvenile offender, and a powerful moment of healing and accountability that shows what’s possible when we center dialogue and compassion over punishment. This episode also explores the importance of proactive rest...
2025-06-0520 min
Restorative WorksBridging Language, Culture, and Connection with Peggy BarretteClaire de Mézerville López is joined by co-host, Executive Director of IIRP Canada, Pat Lewis, for a special IIRP Canada series, highlighting the use of restorative practices and restorative justice across Canada. In this episode, they welcome long-time educator and bilingual consultant Peggy Barrette to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Peggy joins us to share her journey of integrating restorative practices in French-speaking communities across Canada. Raised in a small, predominantly Francophone town in Northern Ontario, Peggy shares the impact of growing up straddling both French and English identities—and how those early experiences shaped her comm...
2025-05-2920 min
Restorative WorksNaming Harm, Shifting Power: Restorative Lens on Youth Justice with Joe BlakeClaire de Mézerville López is joined by co-host, Executive Director of IIRP Canada, Pat Lewis, for a special IIRP Canada series, highlighting the use of restorative practices and restorative justice across Canada. In this episode, they welcome seasoned youth care specialist Joe Blake to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Joe joins us to discuss the representation of Indigenous youth in Canada's justice system and the cultural disconnect they often experience. He explains how restorative practices align closely with Indigenous ways of resolving conflict—centered on healing, empathy, and community. Through stories from his own practice, including a po...
2025-05-2224 min
Restorative WorksWhere the Circle Begins: Healing Justice with Indigenous RootsClaire de Mézerville López is joined by co-host, Executive Director of IIRP Canada, Pat Lewis, for a special IIRP Canada series, highlighting the use of restorative practices and restorative justice across Canada. In this episode, they welcome dedicated community leader, Nicole Chouinard, to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Nicole joins us to share how she and her team collaborate with schools across seven communities and over 30 schools to embed restorative practices early on—training teachers, engaging parents, and creating safe, supportive spaces for students. In a region deeply shaped by transient workforces and past emergencies, these effo...
2025-05-1521 min
Restorative WorksIIRP Canada Series – Restorative Practices in Canadian EducationClaire de Mézerville López is joined by co-host, Executive Director of IIRP Canada Pat Lewis, for a special series with IIRP Canada highlighting the use of restorative practices and restorative justice across Canada. In this episode they welcome seasoned educator, consultant, and curriculum specialist, Angela Green, to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Join us as Angela helps us explore the intersection of restorative practices and education in the Canadian context. Sharing how she integrates restorative practices into literacy, numeracy, and school improvement initiatives, Angela discusses the power of relationships in the classroom, the importance of psychological safe...
2025-05-0822 min
Minorities in PublishingThe Power of Storytelling | MiP & IIRP Collaborative Episode The Power of Storytelling is a special collaboration episode between Minorities in Publishing and the Restorative Works! Podcast. Through the power of storytelling, we aim to engage powerful leaders and activists in conversations around keeping hope in dire times; giving back power to communities; radical empathy; arts as means to tell real life stories, and the effects of genuine engagement in community resilience. Listen to critical storytellers and educators including Jennifer Coreas, Reginald Dwayne Betts, and Tiffany Yu, who have been foundational in bringing awareness to societal issues and community movements through storytelling and literacy. Tune in to hear...
2025-05-0149 min
Restorative WorksArtful Integration: Restorative Practices, the Arts, and Evidence-Based ImpactReturning guests, Dr. Lindsey Pointer and Deron Bell, two inspiring voices at the intersection of education, creativity, and healing, are featured presenters for the upcoming 2025 IIRP World Conference in Chattanooga, Tennessee—Artful Integration: Exploring the Art and Science of Restorative Practices. Lindsey, Assistant Professor at Vermont Law and Graduate School and Principal Investigator at the National Center on Restorative Justice, brings deep insight into how storytelling, literature, and visual arts expand public understanding of restorative justice. She discusses her passion for introducing restorative concepts through fiction—especially children's books—and the critical role of emotion and imagination in tra...
2025-04-2424 min
Restorative WorksRestorative Justice & Gendered Violence with Dr. Fernanda Fonseca RosenblattClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Fernanda Fonseca Rosenblatt, D.Phil., to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Join us as Dr. Rosenblatt discusses the critical shortcomings of the conventional criminal justice system in addressing gendered violence and explores how restorative justice offers a survivor-centered alternative. Survivors often face secondary victimization, navigating a system that can be dismissive, retraumatizing, or focused solely on punitive measures. Dr. Rosenblatt highlights research from around the world demonstrating how restorative practices—when done properly—can empower survivors, offer meaningful accountability, and provide justice that prioritizes safety and agency. She also dispels common myths...
2025-03-2727 min
Restorative WorksThe Art of Narrative: Trauma, and Healing with Dr. Frida RundellWelcome to Season 3! Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Frida Rundell Ph.D., to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Join us as Dr. Rundell unpacks the intersection of storytelling, trauma, and restorative practices, offering a deeply personal and professional perspective on fostering healing. Drawing from her childhood experiences in South Africa, Dr. Rundell shares how the philosophy of ubuntu—"I am because you are,"—has influenced her life's work. She emphasizes the power of compassionate witnessing, highlighting how being truly heard and seen can be transformative for individuals, particularly those navigating trauma and adversity. Discussing practical...
2025-03-1324 min
Restorative WorksLive Recording: Transforming Campus Culture with Restorative PracticesClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Nicole Garcia Diaz and Robert Gordon to this special episode of the Restorative Works! Podcast, recorded live during the IIRP Collaborative Center for Restorative Practices in Higher Education’s virtual forum on December 5-6, 2024! Robert and Nicole share their personal journeys with restorative practices, highlighting how they’ve integrated restorative justice and community-building principles into their respective campuses. From fostering inclusive, intersectional spaces at Hampshire College to reshaping student conduct processes at the University of Maryland, both guests emphasize the importance of embracing values rooted in restorative practices as a holist...
2025-03-0627 min
Restorative WorksBattling Burnout: Teacher Wellness and Restorative Principles with Ivelisse CottoClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Ivelisse Cotto to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Ivelisse joins us to discuss the challenges teachers face when implementing restorative practices, especially when many have never been taught to tap into their own emotions or build crucial relationships with students. She discusses the importance of offering teachers the same space and support to develop these skills, just as students are given the opportunity to learn and grow through restorative circles. She highlights the growing issue of teacher burnout and initiative fatigue, stressing the need for more consistent and meaningful pr...
2025-02-0623 min
Restorative WorksStorytelling and Literacy for Reconciliation with Jennifer CoreasClaire de Mézerville López and cohost, IIRP Lecturer A. Miguel Tello, welcome Jennifer Coreas to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Jennifer discusses her work at ConTextos, a literacy nonprofit in El Salvador and Chicago. This organization works across schools, prisons, and communities to foster critical thinking, connection, and shared purpose. Jennifer’s unique approach combines curriculum development with advocacy, training, and dialogue facilitation. She delves into the power of storytelling and creative writing in fostering empathy and understanding across diverse populations. She emphasizes how these narratives can bridge gaps, offer new perspectives, and facilitate rehabilitation and reinte...
2024-12-0521 min
Restorative WorksNavigating Conflict: Lessons from Debate with Zeph ChangClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Zeph Chang to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Claire is joined by co-host, IIRP Director of Organizational Development Koury Cook. Join us as Zeph shares how debate can open minds, teaching students to understand multiple perspectives through “switch side debating,” and how these experiences build emotional intelligence. He also reveals how restorative practices, such as holding circles for open dialogue, have become central to Lumos Debate’s culture. The result? A more inclusive, empathetic environment that encourages everyone to be heard, respected, and seen. Koury highlights the challenges and importanc...
2024-10-3120 min
Restorative WorksWalking Through Tensions: Navigating Polarization in K-12Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Eneida Padró, Ph.D., and Kate Shapero to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Claire is joined by co-host, IIRP Instructor and Implementation Coach Nikki Chamblee, Ph.D. In this series of episodes, we explore what it means to “walk through tensions” - how we exist, find, and build community and forge a path forward through times of extreme polarization. Together, they explore how issues of polarization—exacerbated by the pandemic, political climates, and fractured relationships—are manifesting in schools today. Join us as Dr. Padró shares insights from her work supporting principals across the U.S. She...
2024-10-2422 min
Restorative WorksWalking Through Tensions: Navigating Polarization with Dr. Borbala FellegiClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Borbala Fellegi, Ph.D., to the Restorative Works! Podcast. In this series of episodes, we explore what it means to “walk through tensions” - how we exist, find, and build community and forge a path forward through times of extreme polarization. Dr. Fellegi joins us to explore the intricate dynamics of polarization in today’s world. With decades of experience in conflict resolution across Europe, Dr. Fellegi shares insights on the importance of acknowledging multiple narratives in a conflict and the critical role of compassion in bridging divides. She delves into the...
2024-10-1727 min
Restorative WorksWalking Through Tensions: Conversations on Identity and Community in Higher Education with Dr. J. Cody NielsenClaire de Mézerville López welcomes J. Cody Nielsen, Ph.D. to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Claire is joined again by co-host, Associate Director for the Collaborative Center for Restorative Practices in Higher Education Kaleigh Mrowka, Ph.D. In this series of episodes, we explore what it means to “walk through tensions” - how we exist, find, and build community and forge a path forward through times of extreme polarization. Dr. Nielsen joins us to explore the growing polarization in higher education, particularly around religious, secular, and spiritual identities within the landscape of intersectional equity. Drawing from h...
2024-10-1022 min
Restorative WorksWalking Through Tensions: Navigating Family Dynamics with Shelley Jones-Holt, Ed.D.Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Shelley Jones-Holt, Ed.D. to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Claire is joined again by co-host, IIRP Vice President for Partnerships Keith Hickman. In this series of episodes, we explore what it means to “walk through tensions” - how we exist, find, and build community and forge a path forward through times of extreme polarization. Dr. Shelley joins us to share her expertise in equity-driven leadership and restorative practices, offering a fresh perspective on handling polarized situations within families and communities. As the U.S. faces a period of heightened polarization, Dr. Sh...
2024-10-0329 min
Restorative WorksRestorative Practices in the Judicial System with Judge Ray KramerClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Raymond E. Kramer, J.D., to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Claire is joined by co-host, IIRP Vice President for Partnerships Keith Hickman. Judge Kramer joins us and provides a compelling narrative of how restorative justice, mediation, and peacekeeping circles have shifted the paradigm in administrative law, emphasizing the importance of human connection and relational repair. He discusses the challenges and successes of implementing these approaches in a rights-based, often bureaucratic, government setting, and shares stories that illustrate the profound impact of restorative practices on individuals and organizations. Judge Kr...
2024-09-1926 min
Restorative WorksExisting with Audacity and Authenticity with Lauryn WhitneyClaire de Mézerville López and co-host, IIRP instructor and implementation coach, Kiyaana Cox-Jones, welcome Lauryn Whitney to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Lauryn dives deep into the transformative power of storytelling, explaining how personal narratives can drive collective healing and societal change. She explains what it means to live with audacity and to tell your story with authenticity. Hear her poignant stories, including the viral video response to George Floyd's murder that touched even the most unlikely hearts, proving that our voices can indeed shift perspectives and inspire action. Lauryn shares the incredible work of Redemption Sc...
2024-08-1523 min
Restorative WorksHawaiian Indigenous Voices with Noenoe Silva and ʻIhilani LasconiaClaire de Mézerville López welcomes ʻIhilani Lasconia and Noenoe K. Silva, to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Noenoe and ʻIhilani join us to share their passionate insight on the imperative nature of preserving, restoring, and honoring Hawaiian culture and language. Noenoe shares her journey of reclaiming Native Hawaiian history through the lens of ʻOlelo Hawaii, the Hawaiian language. Her work dismantles long-standing myths and stereotypes, revealing the rich intellectual and cultural legacy of the Hawaiian people. ʻIhilani delves into their advocacy for gender justice within the Hawaiian community. As a transnational feminist and doctoral student, ʻIhilani...
2024-07-1824 min
Restorative WorksRestorative Employment: When Work Restores Dignity and LivelihoodsClaire de Mézerville López welcomes back Justin Mui to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Justin joins us again to follow up on the conversation started in episode 42 where he took us through an exploration of the benefits of utilizing a relational mindset in the workplace. Justin shares the journey of LCCS’s Restorative Employment Hub initiative which focuses on restoring dignity and providing equitable employment opportunities for formally incarcerated individuals. He discusses how restorative practices foster meaningful connections between these individuals and potential employers, positively reshaping workplace cultures. He also highlights the pivotal role of peer suppo...
2024-07-1123 min
Restorative WorksBuilding Bridges Through Circle Work at Carnegie MellonClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Candace Okello and Tera Monroe of Carnegie Mellon University to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Claire is joined again by co-host Associate Director for the Collaborative Center for Restorative Practices in Higher Education Kaleigh Mrowka, Ph.D. In this series of episodes, we explore the use of restorative practices in higher education through various aspects of the college and university sphere. Tera and Candace join us to share their experiences implementing restorative practices, particularly focusing on the impactful use of listening circles as a method to engage with challenging topics. They emph...
2024-07-0419 min
Restorative WorksCenter for Restorative Justice at West Virginia Wesleyan CollegeClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Debra Dean Murphy, Ph.D. and Jess Scott, Ph.D., to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Claire is joined again by co-host Associate Director for the Collaborative Center for Restorative Practices in Higher Education Kaleigh Mrowka, Ph.D. In this series of episodes, we explore the use of restorative practices in higher education through various aspects of the college and university sphere. Dr. Murphy and Dr. Scott join us to discuss their work as professors and co-directors of the Center for Restorative Justice at West Virginia Wesleyan College. They share...
2024-06-2722 min
Restorative WorksConflict and Connection in Higher Ed with Jeff Godowski, M.Ed.Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Jeff Godowski, M.Ed., to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Claire is joined again by co-host Associate Director for the Collaborative Center for Restorative Practices in Higher Education Kaleigh Mrowka, Ph.D. In this series of episodes, we explore the use of restorative practices in higher education through various aspects of the college and university sphere. Jeff joins us to discuss their research on conflict avoidance among college students, particularly focusing on the impact of social disconnection and generational dynamics. Drawing from their work, Jeff emphasizes the importance of unders...
2024-06-2021 min
Restorative WorksHeart Strong Work: Improving Workplace Culture with Dr. Linda KligmanClaire de Mézerville López welcomes IIRP President, Linda Kligman, Ph.D., to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Dr. Kligman joins us to discuss her new book, Heart Strong Work: Improving Workplace Culture, and share her journey and insights into creating inclusive and participatory workplaces. From her unique metaphor of the heart, inspired by her daughter's medical condition, to her research on widening circles, Linda's approach is both deeply personal and universally applicable. Through her point of view, we discover how the principles of restorative practices can revolutionize workplace dynamics, fostering greater trust, belonging, and stewardship. Dr. Kli...
2024-06-1321 min
Restorative WorksFrom the Classroom to Home with Michelle JacobsClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Michelle Jacobs to the Restorative Works! Podcast. In this episode, Claire is joined by co-host, IIRP Instructor and Implementation Coach Mike Azzalina, M.Ed. Mike has over 16 years of experience in public education as an elementary school teacher, assistant principal, and principal across elementary and middle schools. As an instructor and implementation coach, he brings restorative practices principles and methodologies to educators across the US. Michelle joins us to share invaluable insights gained from her 17 years of teaching experience and her journey as a foster p...
2024-06-0622 min
Restorative WorksThe Heartbeats of Education with Mike Azzalina, M.Ed.Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Mike Azzalina, M.Ed., to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Mike joins us to discuss navigating the nuances of creating inclusive communities, starting with the simple yet profound act of showing up for others. Mike shares personal stories from his journey, including his own challenges growing up with a heart condition and the educators who uplifted him during his toughest moments. Discover how these experiences inspired Mike's bestselling book, Heartbeats: My Greatest Challenge and My Greatest Strength, and fueled his mission to instill love and value in every student and co...
2024-05-3021 min
Restorative WorksDisruptive Education: Envisioning a New Way with Bobby MorganClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Bobby Morgan to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Bobby joins us and reflects on his early struggles as a teacher and the realization that traditional teaching methods were not effective in modern classrooms. He shares how his experiences led him to embrace restorative practices and culturally responsive teaching to build inclusive and supportive learning environments. With a focus on disrupting conventional education paradigms, Bobby sheds light on the importance of accountability, community-building, and the need to empower students in their learning journey. He shares invaluable insights into the complexities of...
2024-05-2322 min
Restorative WorksPeacekeepers: Youth Empowerment with Jen WilliamsClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Jen Williams to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Jen joins us to share her journey of developing a restorative practices based program at her former middle school. The program was born out of a necessity to address conflicts and empower students. Through anecdotes and reflections, Jen illustrates moments where students used their voices, resolved conflicts, and became leaders. From addressing low-level incidents to fostering a culture of empathy and understanding, Jen's approach emphasizes the importance of giving students a platform to express themselves and take ownership of their actions. Discov...
2024-05-1623 min
Restorative WorksYouth and Communities: From Micro to Macro with Rick KellyClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Rick Kelly to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Rick joins us to discuss the importance of embracing vulnerability and courage in restorative work with youth inside and outside the justice system. He highlights the shift from traditional justice models to truly preventative approaches. He notes that eliminating the systemic causes that lead youth into the justice system is more profound and effective than those focused on recidivism. Rick discusses the artistry and craft of restorative practices, pointing to the organic nature of the process. He invites us to reimagine our r...
2024-05-0919 min
Restorative WorksCommunity Wisdom with Stephanie “Sal” Lee and Donna LekanderClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Stephanie “Sal” Lee and Donna Lekander from the Carlton County Restorative Justice Program to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Stephanie and Donna join us and provide valuable perspectives on fostering healing and accountability in their respective roles. They discuss the critical role of meeting the changing needs of families and their community, emphasizing the power of restorative justice in supporting youth and families through grief and trauma. Stephanie and Donna envision a future where all youth have the opportunity to reach their full potential, supported by compassionate communities and holistic...
2024-05-0218 min
Restorative WorksTransforming Police Practice with Kerry Clamp, Ph. D.Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Kerry Clamp, Ph. D., to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Dr. Kerry Clamp joins us to discuss insights from her extensive research and experience in transforming police practice through restorative approaches. She traces the origins of restorative-based policy, highlighting its proven impact on addressing youth offending and enhancing police-community relations. Drawing from real-world examples and research findings, she delves into the challenges and opportunities associated with implementing restorative practices within law enforcement agencies. Dr. Clamp shares valuable perspectives on the complexities of policing culture, the importance of humanizing interactions, an...
2024-04-2525 min
Restorative WorksBuilding a New Reality with IIRP founder Ted WachtelClaire de Mézerville López welcomes founder and former president of the IIRP, Ted Wachtel, to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Ted joins us to discuss how restorative practices extend beyond formal processes like conferences and mediations, encompassing everyday interactions and informal methods of conflict resolution. He reflects on his journey of conceptualizing the restorative practices continuum and emphasizes the importance of moving from micro-level conflict resolution to macro-level solutions in today's politically turbulent world. Drawing from compelling examples, such as community processing and citizens' assemblies, Ted illustrates how ordinary people, under...
2024-04-1822 min
Restorative WorksWichita Series: Culture of Connection with Jenna McGovern and Diana SantillianClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Jenna McGovern and Diana Santillian to the Restorative Works! Podcast. This series of episodes highlights the work of restorative practitioners in the Wichita Public School District, the largest school district in Kansas, and their commitment to the large-scale implementation of restorative practices across their district. Claire is joined by co-host IIRP Director of Continuing Education Instruction Beth Smull. Beth plays a large role in supporting the Wichita project by overseeing professional development experiences and training. Jenna and Diana share stories of students taking the initiative in conflict resolution, the importance of...
2024-04-1123 min
Restorative WorksWichita Series: Proactive Strategies with Glen Williams and Lan HuynhClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Glen Williams and Lan Huynh to the Restorative Works! Podcast. This series of episodes highlights the work of restorative practitioners in the Wichita Public School District, the largest school district in Kansas, and their commitment to the large-scale implementation of restorative practices across their district. Claire is joined by co-host IIRP Director of Continuing Education Instruction Beth Smull. Beth plays a large role in supporting the Wichita project by overseeing professional development experiences and training. Lan and Glen offer practical advice for educators looking to integrate restorative practices int...
2024-04-0423 min
Restorative WorksWichita Series: Challenges and Triumphs of Large-Scale Restorative Practices ImplementationClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Michele Ingenthron and Fabián Armendariz to the Restorative Works! Podcast. This series of episodes highlights the work of restorative practitioners in the Wichita Public School District, the largest school district in Kansas, and their commitment to the large-scale implementation of restorative practices across their district. Claire is joined by co-host, IIRP Director of Continuing Education Instruction Beth Smull. Beth plays a large role in supporting the Wichita project by overseeing professional development experiences and training. Michele and Fabián join us to discuss the challenges and triumphs faced duri...
2024-03-2820 min
Restorative WorksRestorative Filmmaking - Exploring the Narrative with Jalyn BaityThe Restorative Works! Podcast is one year old! Thank you for listening! Welcome to season 2! Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Jalyn Baity to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Jalyn speaks with us about his recent film production, "STATISTICS.” Adapted from a poem he wrote, the narrative follows DJ, a grieving and misguided youth, as he reconciles the impact his environment has on him and the pursuit of his potential. The film challenges the idea that the youth are limited by their circumstances and preconceived ideas. Jalyn gives examples of diverse languages of storytelling, including film...
2024-03-2123 min
Restorative WorksFrom Surviving to Thriving With Cheyenne E. RhodesClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Cheyenne E. Rhodes to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Cheyenne speaks with us about her insights into the evolution of her approach to intervention, realizing the need for trauma-informed care, positive behavioral support, and restorative practices. She shares examples of the power of data analysis in shaping interventions, understanding the importance of cooperation, and being in the “with” box when fostering relationships. Through her experiences, Cheyenne emphasizes the common thread among diverse groups facing trauma, homelessness, or discrimination: the need to shift from survival behaviors to thriving behaviors. Cheyenn...
2024-03-1420 min
Restorative WorksThe Human Side of Education with Brian Bereman and Carlos MuñozClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Brian Bereman and Carlos Munoz to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Brian and Carlos speak with us about their experiences training and sustaining restorative practices across schools in the Bronx borough of New York City. Brian and Carlos share stories of empathy and compassion, illustrating the transformative effect of building genuine connections with students. Beyond sharing common misconceptions about restorative practices, they showcase how these practices enhance academic success and equip students with lifelong skills in conflict resolution and emotional intelligence. These skills carry with them throughout their schooling car...
2024-03-0719 min
Restorative WorksNurturing Belonging in Schools with Carrie GilmanClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Carrie Gilman to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Carrie speaks with us about the importance of addressing the deep need for belonging in students, particularly those most marginalized in society. She delves into the challenges of engaging parents and the community at large. Carrie highlights the creation of youth panels and fairness committees as powerful tools for involving students in shaping a positive school culture. Through examples of this approach's challenges and rewards, she emphasizes focusing on what is possible rather than dwelling on limitations. Carr...
2024-02-2921 min
Restorative WorksAddressing the Disconnect with Sethu NairClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Sethu Laxmi Nair to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Sethu speaks with us about her work in conflict management and how she has seen global, political, and cultural events weigh heavily in instances of interpersonal conflict, acknowledging collective exhaustion that has become a norm in the modern human experience. She discusses her work with Hidden Water and their unique approach to addressing childhood sexual harm and healing with those who are harmed, those who have caused harm, and the affected families of both parties. Through her varied work responsibilities, Set...
2024-02-2221 min
Restorative WorksRestorative Practices in Chicago Schools with Fatemeh Momeni, Ph.D., and Ben Feigenberg, Ph.D. Part 2Claire de Mézerville López welcomes back Fatemeh Momeni, Ph.D., and Ben Feigenberg, Ph.D., from the University of Chicago Education Lab to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Fatemeh and Ben join us as we continue our conversation from part one and dive deeper into the large-scale research they conducted in partnership with Chicago Public Schools. Fatemeh and Ben discuss the multi-layer collaboration with other entities in the city, including the school district and the police department. Through data sharing, technical assistance, and planning, their research outcomes provide a wider view of the impacts of...
2024-02-1522 min
Restorative WorksRestorative Practices in Chicago Schools with Fatemeh Momeni, Ph.D., and Ben Feigenberg, Ph.D. – Part 1Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Fatemeh Momeni, Ph.D., and Ben Feigenberg, Ph.D., from the University of Chicago Education Lab to the Restorative Works! Podcast. In partnership with Chicago Public Schools, the Education Lab research team, including Fatemeh and Ben, evaluated the effect of restorative practices implemented in schools across the district. Comparing student behavior before and after exposure to restorative practices and across multiple school environments provided insight into the effects of implementation and its impact across high schools. The schools that implemented restorative practices policies experienced a 35% reduction in in-school stu...
2024-02-0822 min
Restorative WorksStories of Central America, Friendship, and Restorative Leadership with Flor García MencosClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Flor García Mencos to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Flor speaks with us about her co-authored book, Encounters with Restorative Practices: Restorative Stories in Central America and the Dominican Republic. The book is a collection of stories written by restorative practitioners that describe the unique social challenges each person faces in the local community. The stories explore how restorative practices is making a difference across regions while not shying away from the reality of frustration that comes with doing interpersonal work with communities. As an expert in leadership deve...
2024-02-0123 min
Restorative WorksRight Brain Restorative Practices with Carlos AlvarezClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Carlos Alvarez to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Carlos speaks with us about right-brain restorative practices, which focuses on an individual's right-brain neurobiological and psychological capacity. These brain regions influence the balance of self-regulation and motivation. Carlos discusses the importance of self-regulation as it is necessary when addressing strong emotions and discomfort. These feelings may arise in times of conflict, highlighting the importance of understanding these neurological systems. To build relationships and trust, a sense of safety must be created. Safety positions the brain to be in an optimal pos...
2024-01-2523 min
Restorative WorksVoice to Power in Restorative Justice with Marlee LissClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Marlee Liss to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Marlee speaks with us about her experiences as a survivor of sexual assault. Her case made history as the first in North America to conclude with restorative justice processes through the courts. She describes her experience in the traditional court system as one where her voice, needs, and ability to make decisions in her best interest were dismissed. Concerning the use of restorative justice processes, Marlee emphasizes how imperative it is to engage with fully prepared, skillful, huma...
2024-01-1821 min
Restorative WorksLooking Back to Move Forward with Chief Adam Waterbear DePaulClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Chief Adam Waterbear DePaul to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Adam speaks with us about the Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania’s relational culture of communal input, a multidimensional leadership that seeks council from many members, not just a single or small group of leaders. This leadership model platforms various voices that span gender, age, experience, and expertise. Thereby it creates a holistic approach, leading to more inclusive decision-making that better serves the group's needs. He notes the intersections between restorative practices principles and those of the Lenape nation, noting how th...
2024-01-1119 min
Restorative WorksRelational Mindset in Leadership with Justin Mui of LCCSClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Justin Mui to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Justin speaks with us about the importance of having a relational mindset in leadership. He explains that this is a mindset geared toward growth, personally and professionally. It finds ways to effectively and efficiently build healthy relationships in the workplace so that ideas can flow and flourish. Justin illustrates and gives examples of various types of organizations that are creating workplace cultures centered around conversation and proactive relationship building. The humanization of the workplace creates a healthier and more efficient environment whe...
2024-01-0424 min
Restorative WorksIncreasing Resiliency – Public Health Approaches with Lorenn Walker, J.D., M.P.H. Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Lorenn Walker, J.D., M.P.H., to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Lorenn speaks with us about her public health approaches to working with the criminal legal system. Through diversion, Lorenn’s work addresses criminal issues that are better dealt with using proactive approaches instead of punitive ones. She addresses how to increase resiliency and cope with pain and anxiety using healing-based approaches by willingly taking responsibility for one’s actions. People with the option to be active participants in their rehabilitation build resiliency. This is strikingly different from traditional court-system processes that ar...
2023-12-2819 min
Restorative WorksFinding Radical Acceptance and Communal Courage with Micheal Nelson Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Michael Nelson, cast member of The Prison Within documentary, to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Micheal speaks with us about his work with incarcerated individuals who committed crimes in their youth at Kid C.A.T. Through restorative practices, Michael engages these individuals to explore radical acceptance and accountability for their past, present, and future actions. He describes the power of communal storytelling by laying witness to the collective courage of participants to be self-reflective, beginning their healing processes and journey towards being of service to others. Michael Nelson ser...
2023-12-2118 min
Restorative Works“The Prison Within” with Erin Kenway and Katherin Hervey Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Erin Kenway and Katherin Hervey to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Erin and Kathrine discuss their award-winning documentary film The Prison Within, which follows the powerful stories of survivors of violent crime and incarcerated individuals as they participate in an innovative restorative justice program to heal the roots of their untreated traumas. Erin and Kathrin explain how they came to the work of uncovering and unpacking the complexities of the human experience within the justice system, peeling back the layers to come to a deeper understanding of humanity, forgiveness, and healing. Ka...
2023-12-1421 min
Restorative Works“Be this framework” - Embodying Restorative Justice with Kerrie Sellen Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Kerrie Sellen to the Restorative Works! Podcast, World Conference series. This series of conversations was held during the 2023 IIRP World Conference, Building Thriving Communities, A Radical Approach Through Restorative Practices, held in Detroit, MI, October 2-4, 2023. Kerrie speaks about engaging in work with youth in Australia and dealing with the frustrations of attempting to create change in an antiquated and wholly punitive justice system. She discusses her trajectory as a restorative justice professional, creating and implementing programs with the help of work started by Terry O’Connell. Kerrie reminds us that...
2023-12-0718 min
Restorative WorksNormalizing Family Group Conferences in the Netherlands with Hedda van Lieshout Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Hedda van Lieshout, to the Restorative Works! Podcast, World Conference series. This series of conversations were held during the 2023 IIRP World Conference, Building Thriving Communities, A Radical Approach Through Restorative Practices, held in Detroit, MI, October 2-4, 2023. Hedda speaks with us about the work of Eigen Kracht Centrale and how this organization strives to normalize restorative practices in the lives of all people they come in contact with through restorative conferences. A marker of this work is identifying important people in our lives and recognizing our personal circles of influence an...
2023-11-3023 min
Restorative WorksCourageous Conversations with Dr. Shelley Jones-Holt Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Shelley Jones-Holt, Ed.D., to the Restorative Works! Podcast, World Conference series. This series of conversations were held during the 2023 IIRP World Conference, Building Thriving Communities: A Radical Approach Through Restorative Practices, held in Detroit, MI, October 2-4, 2023. Dr. Shelley shares with us how to have courageous conversations around race and other complex topics by first creating a safe space for those conversations to occur. She emphasizes the importance of preparation by establishing norms and agreements before opening a dialogue and defining terms so that participants can share a common la...
2023-11-2322 min
Restorative WorksThe Past, Present, and Future of Secondary Alternative Education with Dr. Michael G. DeAntonioClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Michael G. DeAntonio, Ph.D., to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Dr. DeAntonio tells the story of how Buxmont Academy, comprised of six alternative schools in eastern Pennsylvania, USA, came to be from the minds of the founders, Susan and Ted Wachtel. He explains how their ideas became the foundation of how we use restorative methods with children in alternative school environments. He shares a powerful example of how restorative intervention diverted a young man who vandalized a classroom from criminal prosecution by bringing together those who he had harmed and wor...
2023-11-1623 min
Restorative WorksA Commitment to Change with Amy Dallas of the Vera Institute of Justice Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Amy Dallas, J.D., to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Amy’s work with the Vera Institute of Justice is focused on supporting prosecution offices across the U.S. in making policy changes that divert community members from the justice system. These policy changes are accomplished through partnerships with offices in various jurisdictions. Policy changes can range from declining cases to recommending offenders to restorative justice diversion programs, and more. Amy shares examples of successful diversion efforts and her hopes for restorative justice policies moving forward to combat the epidemic of mass...
2023-11-0918 min
Restorative WorksA Reflection of the Space and Well-being with Raphael D. Florestal-Kevelier, PhD, MPH – Part 2 Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Raphael D. Florestal-Kevelier, Ph.D., M.P.H., to the Restorative Works! podcast public health series. In this series of episodes, we discuss the U.S. Surgeon General's recent report, Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation, with experts in the public health field. We continue the conversation with Dr. Florestal-Kevelier and dig deeper into methods for successful implementation of restorative practices in higher education communities that promote health equity across campus. Dr. Florestal-Kevelier explains how assessing priority needs and identifying affected individuals are the first steps in creating common language and...
2023-11-0223 min
Restorative WorksA Reflection of the Space and Well-being with Raphael D. Florestal-Kevelier, PhD, MPH Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Raphael D. Florestal-Kevelier, PhD, MPH, to the Restorative Works! Podcast, public health series. In this series of episodes, we discuss the US Surgeon General's recent report, Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation with experts in the public health field. Dr. Florestal-Kevelier discusses the significance of creating physical spaces where college students can find a sense of belonging and comfort, particularly in historically marginalized communities. He provides examples of spaces that genuinely reflect the identity and culture of respective college communities through art and imagery. He illustrates how administrators can honor the...
2023-10-2624 min
Restorative WorksPublic Health and Higher Education Through a Restorative Lens with Dr. Gina Baral Abrams Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Gina Baral Abrams, Dr.P.H., Ed.M., LSW, to the Restorative Works! Podcast public health series. Today we are discussing insights on Dr. Abrams’ recently published white paper, A Restorative Practices Strategy to Advance Community Health. Using a restorative framework provides community health professionals a human-centered view from which they can begin their work by being inclusive, building authentic relationships, and identifying collective strengths.
2023-10-1921 min
Restorative WorksFinding Connection for Better Health with Dr. Sandro Galea Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Dr. Sandro Galea to the Restorative Works! Podcast, public health series. In this series of episodes, we discuss the US Surgeon General's recent report, Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation with experts in the public health field. The US Surgeon General's report revealed how different generations are experiencing this epidemic of loneliness and isolation in different ways. Generation Z has more access to a digital landscape than any other group in history, yet they still experience loneliness and social isolation. The Baby Boomer generation is reeling from the fragmentation of th...
2023-10-1219 min
Restorative WorksAddressing Social Isolation with a Systems Approach with Dr. Julianne Holt-LunstadClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Dr. Julianne Holt-Lunstad to the Restorative Works! Podcast, public health series. In this series of episodes, we discuss the US Surgeon General's recent report, Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation with experts in the public health field. Humans are social creatures and like all social species, have a better chance of survival when they are in community as opposed to experiencing isolation. As shown through data in the report, the risk of pre-mature death increases up to 29% for those who experience social isolation. Those who are more socially connected live lo...
2023-10-0520 min
Restorative WorksTransformative Justice with Ray EvansClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Carlus “Ray” Evans to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Ray speaks with us about his experience as a Transformative Justice Circle Keeper, situating community building as paramount to making strides in fostering safety and trust in communities. He describes how a transformative circle looks and feels and provides the steps needed to sustain, internalize, and duplicate this process across various community spaces. Ray reminds us that harm occurs when a need is not being met,and that we can hold each other accountable while being supportive ofeach other’s needs. He ass...
2023-09-2816 min
Restorative WorksAddressing Bullying Using a Restorative Approach with Jim Jelinske Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Jim Jelinske to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Jim speaks with us about using restorative methods to address bullying that happens both in-person and online. Harm created by bullying has widespread effects, going well beyond the bully and the bullied. Restorative methods help us to understand the importance of the relationships we have to the people in our school and broader community. He tells the story of watching youth change their mindsets and behavior by using tools and strategies provided by a restorative framework. Acts of violence can be addressed with crea...
2023-09-2117 min
Restorative WorksCreating a Restorative Bermuda with Sloane JohnsonClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Sloane Johnson to theRestorative Works!Podcast. Sloane speaks with us about the challenges and victories in implementing restorative practices in schools across Bermuda and the importance of implementation beyond the classroom. Creating a supportive and nurturing network within the school system requires policies that uphold restorative principles through peer support groups, parent engagement, and a holistic approach to discipline.She emphasizes that teaching empathy through listening opens students up to being heard and understood in ways they may not have previously experienced in traditional school settings. Sl...
2023-09-1416 min
Restorative WorksCreating Inclusion and Belonging Utilizing Restorative Practices with Dr. Ardavan Eizadirad Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Dr. Ardavan Eizadirad to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Ardavan discusses the impact of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the context of restorative practices. He shares that the ways individuals’ environment, socioeconomic circumstances, demographics in a community, and overall situation can impact their mindset and influence behavior. In this context, using restorative practices to reduce harm requires us to consider all aspects of an individual. When harm occurs, rather than looking directly to a merely punitive response, he teaches his students to shift to a restorative lens. In order to ful...
2023-09-0718 min
Restorative WorksClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Glenn North, educator, Poet, and Director of Inclusive Learning and Creative Impact at the Kansas City Museum Glenn North, Educator, Poet, and Director Speaks with Claire de Mézerville López PublishedJun 08, 2023 Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Glenn North, educator, Poet, and Director of Inclusive Learning and Creative Impact at the Kansas City Museum to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Glenn explains how the Kansas City Museum is a space where truth and storytelling are paramount. A place where often untold stories and fractured histories are put on display as whole and true experiences and reflections of their community and its past. The Kansas City Museum has adopted restorative pract...
2023-08-3118 min
Restorative WorksClaire de Mézerville López and Abdul Malik Muhammad, Ed.D. discuss the revolutionary aspects of Restorative Practices Abdul Malik Muhammad, Ed.D. speaks with host Claire de Mézerville López Claire de Mézerville López and Abdul Malik Muhammad, Ed.D. discuss the revolutionary aspects of Restorative Practices. Dr. Muhammad references Affect Psychology (Tomkins, 1962; Tomkins, 1963) and the Compass of Shame (Nathanson, 1992). View this descriptive video to learn more about these principles and their integration with Restorative Practices. For nearly three decades, Abdul-Malik Muhammad, Ed.D. has been serving both youth and adults as an educator, transformational leader, entrepreneur, and author. Always working with the underserved in urban and rural...
2023-08-2415 min
Restorative WorksLove Does Not Hurt with Reverend Annette Love Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Reverend Annette Love to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Rev. Love speaks to us about her experience facilitating restorative conferences in matters of domestic abuse, homicide, and assault. She emphasizes that participation in these conferences is often steeped in familial love, relational bonds, and the need for accountability and forgiveness for healing to occur. She tells us stories of restorative justice in action and how members of the justice system, including city council and law enforcement, were all interested and moved by the power restorative justice provided. She r...
2023-08-1720 min
Restorative WorksThe Humanistic Ability to Change–Restorative Methods with Ruchelle PrideClaire de Mézerville López welcomes award-winning public servant leader, Ruchelle Pride, to Restorative Works! Podcast. Ruchellespeaks to us about working with people involved in the justice system. She speaks to engaging with people in ways that subvert the traditional experience of the justice system, one that removes conflict from the stakeholders and never asks them what they truly need to feel that justice has served them. By giving the conflict back to the people affected by it, stakeholders have the choice to participate in determining their needs. She also disc...
2023-08-1016 min
Restorative WorksDiscovering what is held dear with Daniel Rios, connecting and correcting with young offenders in ColombiaClaire de Mézerville López welcomes political scientist, Daniel Rios Moreno, to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Daniel speaks with us about his role in intervening and diverting youths from the criminal justice system in Bogotá, Colombia. His team uses restorative methods to increase safety in response to violent action committed by youth in detention centers and schools. Daniel’s team addresses acts of violence, not by increasing surveillance, but by tapping into what the youth find value in. Doing so creates interpersonal connection between staff and youth and increases safety by helping them respect the sp...
2023-08-0320 min
Restorative WorksJonathan Shenk Entrepreneur and Presbyterian Minister Joins Claire de Mézerville LópezClaire de Mézerville López welcomes entrepreneur and Presbyterian minister, Jonathan Shenk, to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Jonathan speaks to us about how he incorporates restorative practices in his business in order to build stronger relationships with his team. He focuses on proactively addressing conflict amidst language and cultural barriers by utilizing different restorative methods and activities. He has found ways with his congregation to uplift members of their community through microloans, mentorship, and providing spaces for all voices to be heard, through faith, financial support, and listening. Working and livi...
2023-07-2717 min
Restorative WorksModeling Community in Higher Education with Patience Whitworth, Ph.D. - Higher Education SpecialClaire de Mézerville López and co-host, Kaleigh Mrowka, Ph.D., welcomes Patience Whitworth, Ph.D, to the Restorative Works! Podcast as part of our higher education series. Patience describes how her students have taken on the basics of engaging with each other restoratively and made it their own through listening circles, participatory leadership, and creative problem solving. She discusses taking the methods of restorative practices across her campus and across others, to bridge gaps in the student experience and their experience as members of the campus community. She includes examples of working cross-functionally acr...
2023-07-2015 min
Restorative WorksBringing your whole self to the conversation with Katryna Sardis – Higher Education SpecialClaire de Mézerville López and co-host, Kaleigh Mrowka, Ph.D., welcomes Katryna Sardis, to the Restorative Works! Podcast as part of our higher education series. Katryna discusses the importance of creating and sustaining an environment where stakeholders, students, and staff are heard during discussions that affect them. She is helping to set the foundation for others to take methods like listening circles and make them their own. This allows facilitators to feel connected to and responsible for the outcomes they experience. Her team emphasizes true care, humanization, and wellness as being directly related to...
2023-07-1317 min
Restorative WorksLaura Mack Speaks with Claire de Mézerville López and co-host Kaleigh MrowkaClaire de Mézerville López and co-host Kaleigh Mrowka welcome Laura Mack to the Restorative Works! Podcast as part of our higher education series. Laura speaks about the difference between using restorative methods in higher education spaces versus K-12 education. Navigating the transition between teenagerhood into young adulthood requires high support and high accountability. This allows students to sharpen skills that will be most important as emerging adults in the world outside of college. She describes how she engages students facing conduct issues by first building rapport and letting that student know that their ind...
2023-07-0619 min
Restorative WorksKaleigh Mrowka, Ph.D. Speaks with Claire de Mézerville LópezClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Kaleigh Mrowka, Ph.D., to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Kaleigh speaks to us about the status of higher education as we continue to move forward through the pandemic and examining the disconnect between students and faculty, faculty and administration, and students with fellow students. She challenges fellow members of higher education community to reimagine the traditionally rigid concepts of the institution and to start to think of ways to co-create with students and others in the higher education sphere using restorative practice methodologies. Pushing back on staunch individualism tha...
2023-06-2921 min
Restorative WorksDr. Lindsey Pointer Joins Claire de Mézerville López to Discuss Restorative PracticesClaire de Mézerville López welcomes professor, author, and restorative justice facilitator, Dr. Lindsey Pointer to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Lindsey’s work and passion for education through play shines through all that she does. She explains how experiential methods to teaching restorative methods gives way to art and expression in powerful ways that help connect people of all ages to this work. Through art, poetry, and literature Lindsey has made strides in helping to curate spaces where restorative justice can be better understood and utilized in instances of addressing harm and building relationships.
2023-06-2217 min
Restorative WorksKenyatta Stephens, CEO of Black Family Development, Inc. Speaks with Claire de Mézerville LópezClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Kenyatta Stephens, Chief Executive Officer of Black Family Development, Inc. (BFDI) to the Restorative Works! Podcast. BFDI is a comprehensive, restorative, non-profit family counseling agency created in 1978 by the Detroit Chapter of the National Association of Black Social Workers. BDFI is committed to equity and supporting families throughout the lifespan through the implementation of Restorative Practices. Kenyatta tells us how restorative practices provide the framework for a philosophical approach to supporting families that honors their expertise as family members. The importance of reflecting back on goals set as a f...
2023-06-1515 min
Restorative WorksGlenn North, Educator, Poet, and Director Speaks with Claire de Mézerville LópezClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Glenn North, educator, Poet, and Director of Inclusive Learning and Creative Impact at the Kansas City Museum to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Glenn explains how the Kansas City Museum is a space where truth and storytelling are paramount. A place where often untold stories and fractured histories are put on display as whole and true experiences and reflections of their community and its past. The Kansas City Museum has adopted restorative practices as the center of their methodology where they are able to confront harm, conflict, and disinformation. Gle...
2023-06-0817 min
Restorative WorksIrene Gotera, Language Justice Advocate, Joins Claire de Mézerville LópezClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Irene Gotera, language justice advocate and a social entrepreneur who is passionate about language, justice, and equality, to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Born in Venezuela, Irene is a refugee in the U.S. She is a former attorney with a Master’s Degree in Civil Procedural Law. Upon relocating to the U.S., she pursued her linguist training and national certifications as a conference interpreter and translator and was later appointed as a staff interpreter for the New York State Unified Court System in the Family Courts. She found...
2023-06-0119 min
Restorative WorksDr. Eric Toshalis Speaks with Claire de Mézerville López about Creating Stronger and More Inclusive School EnvironmentsClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Dr. Eric Toshalis, author, educator, and consultant to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Dr. Toshalis is impassioned about creating stronger more inclusive schooling environments by working with educators to challenge a punitive, reductive education system that pushes students out of classrooms, causing more ripples of harm and disruption. He explains how joy, struggle, trust, proactive responses, connectedness, and belonging create thriving schools and therefore thriving communities who support their students and their futures. He emphasizes the importance of seeing students as more than bodies in seats who must be fil...
2023-05-2520 min
Restorative WorksDeron Bell Speaks with Claire de Mézerville LópezClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Deron Bell to the Restorative Works! podcast. Deron is an educator, licensed restorative practitioner, and the creator of My Music Ed, a social emotional learning app. Deron also received the State of Ohio Department of Youth Services Community Service Award in 2016 for his work inside juvenile detention facilities. Deron tells the story of how he came to the work of integrating music, technology, and restorative practices to build community and connect with youth. The My Music Ed app incorporates listening circles and encourages play with music. Children can exp...
2023-05-1822 min
Restorative WorksClaudine Miles Speaks with Claire de Mézerville López Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Claudine Miles, who has extensive experience in education and created Restore More in 2017. Restore More offers professional development, student curriculums, and parent support services to help school leaders focus on what really matters the most. These wrap-around services are rooted in building capacity through restorative practices, anti-racist training, teacher wellness and social-emotional learning. Claudine has trained 20,000 teachers, 17,000 parents, and has impacted over 120,000 students. Claudine discusses how restorative practices not only make a difference in schools, noting a 27% drop in suspensions after one year of implementation, but also in fam...
2023-05-1114 min
Restorative WorksKathleen McGoey Speaks with Claire de Mézerville LópezClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Kathleen McGoey, a trainer and facilitator of restorative justice practices and conflict transformation, to the Restorative Works! podcast. Kathleen is the former executive director of Longmont Community Justice Partnership and the owner of Kathleen McGoey and Associates, Inc. (KMA). Her team provides training in restorative workplace culture and facilitates restorative processes to address incidents of harm within businesses, nonprofits, families, and community groups nationwide. She has a strong background in peace studies and is the author of The Little Book of Restorative Teaching Tools. Kathleen discusses how peace wor...
2023-05-0417 min
Restorative WorksArti Mohan, Restorative Practitioner, Trainer, and Researcher, Speaks with Claire de Mézerville LópezClaire de Mézerville López welcomes restorative practitioner, trainer, and researcher, Arti Mohan, to the Restorative Works! podcast. Arti is the Restorative Justice and Practices Program Manager at Counsel to Secure Justice in New Delhi, India. She is also involved in restorative justice research, working on a forthcoming chapter “Mapping Restorative Justice in India” for the International Encyclopedia of Restorative Justice. She is a member of the European Forum for Restorative Justice Values and Standards Committee since 2019 and teaches restorative justice in law schools in India and the US. Arti received her Master of Science in Restorative Practices from th...
2023-04-2711 min
Restorative WorksKiyaana Cox Jones speaks with Claire de Mézerville LópezClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Kiyaana Cox Jones, M.S., an educator, advocate, and Restorative Practitioner. Kiyaana has served in Higher Education as an Assistant Director of Multicultural Life and in K-12 education as Coordinator of Equity and Inclusion. She now serves as an Instructor and Implementation Coach for the IIRP, and as part-time faculty teaching Culture and Identity at the new Touchstone/Moravian MFA program. She earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts from Howard University and a Master of Science in Restorative Practices from the IIRP. Kiyaana bridges the gap between restorative prac...
2023-04-2014 min
Restorative WorksHenry L. McClendon, Jr. speaks with Claire de Mézerville LópezClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Henry McClendon, Jr., the Director of Community Engagement for the International Institute for Restorative Practices (IIRP) and Pastor at the Berean Chapel of Detroit. Henry was previously the Southeast Michigan Area Director for Prison Fellowship Ministries, Director of Youth Development for New Detroit, Inc., and Program Officer for the Skillman Foundation. He is a proud lifelong resident of Detroit and is steeped in the wellbeing of his community. Henry was introduced to the work of restorative justice in the 90’s after witnessing a restorative conference between a convicted murdere...
2023-04-1320 min
Restorative WorksBorbala Fellegi, Ph.D. speaks with Claire de Mézerville LópezClaire de Mézerville López welcomes Borbala Fellegi, Ph.D. to the Restorative Works podcast. Dr. Fellegi is a criminologist, researcher, mediator, conference and peacemaking facilitator, writer, and assistant professor for the IIRP. She is also the Founder and Executive Director of Four C Research Group and a consultant for the United Nations. Dr. Fellegi’s career started as a probation officer intern at the University of Sociology in Hungary where she became interested in the impact of restorative justice on victims and other parties involved. She is passionate about her work and hopes to sp...
2023-04-0621 min
Restorative WorksMembers of Common Justice speak with Claire de Mézerville LópezHost Claire de Mézerville López speaks with RJ Maccani and Stephan Thomas from Common Justice. Topic points include alternatives to incarceration and victim services that face violent crimes in the United States. RJ Maccani brings over fifteen years of experience in transformative justice responses to violence and trauma-informed leadership development to his current work as the Director of Training for Common Justice - the first alternative-to-incarceration and victim-service program in the United States that focuses on violent felonies in the adult courts. He is also a parent and a lead teacher for generative soma...
2023-03-3019 min
Restorative WorksTrio! Harris speaks with Claire de Mézerville LópezClaire de Mézerville López and Trio! Harris discuss restorative practices and gender-based violence prevention. Trio! has over a decade of experience in the intersections of restorative, educational, and transformative justice. They currently work with Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) in West Oakland, California as a Restorative Justice Facilitator and Human Trafficking Prevention Lead. When not with the IIRP or OUSD, they are a conflict mediator, conflict coach, and Restorative Justice Practitioner with Seeds Community Dispute and Seeds Community Resolution Center in Berkeley, CA. Previously, Trio! worked at Santa Cruz Unified School District, blending Res...
2023-03-2313 min
Restorative WorksAbdul Malik Muhammad, Ph.D. speaks with host Claire de Mézerville LópezClaire de Mézerville López and Abdul Malik Muhammad, Ph.D. discuss the revolutionary aspects of Restorative Practices. Dr. Muhammad references Affect Psychology (Tomkins, 1962; Tomkins, 1963) and the Compass of Shame (Nathanson, 1992). View this descriptive video to learn more about these principles and their integration with Restorative Practices. For nearly three decades, Abdul-Malik Muhammad, Ph.D. has been serving both youth and adults as an educator, transformational leader, entrepreneur, and author. Always working with the underserved in urban and rural areas, he has focused on the development of boys to men, been active in social jus...
2023-03-1615 min
Historia Jakiej Nie ZnacieSeks w IIRP. Przedwojenna epoka hipokryzjiDruga Rzeczpospolita absolutnie bez pruderii i bez cenzury. Gdy wyobrażamy sobie epokę dwudziestolecia międzywojennego z pewnością nie brakuje w tym wyidealizowanej wizji Polski. Z mozołem odzyskana niepodległość miała swoje mity i swoich bohaterów. Oficerów w mundurach i eleganckie damy. Ale jak w tych czasach wyglądała polska obyczajowość? Okazuje się, że była w wielu aspektach bardziej progresywna niż ta dzisiejsza, a okres lat 20. i 30. oznaczał w naszym społeczeństwie prawdziwą seksualną rewolucję. W dzisiejszym odcinku zaglądamy pod kołdrę przedwojennych Polaków, porozmawiamy o największych skandalach z udziałem san...
2022-06-0633 min
Prácticas Restaurativas y Sabidurías ColectivasT02E09 Sobre el reciente Congreso Anual de IIRPEste episodio relata algunas reflexiones de la reciente experiencia del congreso anual de IIRP (International Institute for Restorative Practices) y sus aplicaciones a la construcción de una cultura de diálogo en medio de las realidades socio históricas de las cuáles somos parte. Incorpora elementos de las ponencias de Mica Pollock, Ph.D. y su propuesta escolar Schooltalk, Vidia Negrea y su trabajo con Justicia Restaurativa y refugiados en Europa y Borbála Fellegi, Ph.D. en su taller "Adentrándonos a lo Desconocido" con respecto a diálogos sobre temas delicados.
2017-11-0323 min
Restorative Justice On The RiseEpisode 46: Steve Korr of IIRPSteve Korr, Instructor/Facilitator at the International Institute for Restorative Practices (www.iirp.org) has been working with young people and their families since 1985. He worked for over a decade in several of the IIRP's model schools as both a counselor and a school administrator, employing restorative practices with students, families and staff. Steve has provided professional development in restorative practices to thousands of professionals in education, criminal justice and social services from all over
the world. Steve has facilitated many restorative conferences, both formal and informal, to address the needs of all who have been impacted by...
2012-12-1900 min