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  • Guest Host: Joe Brummer; Margaret Thorsborne - The Decades of Restorative Practice

    Guest Host: Joe Brummer; Margaret Thorsborne - The Decades of Restorative Practice
    Nov 11 2026

    Find us here: RestorativeJusticeontheRise

    Or on the NC4RJ Network.

    Thanks to our Sponsors:

    National Center for Restorative Justice

    AND

    Restorative Justice Foundation


    Margaret Thorsborne is one of the world's foremost experts on restorative practice. For decades she has helped schools, workplaces, and communities across Australia, New Zealand, Asia, the UK, the US, and beyond transform the way they respond to wrongdoing, conflict, and harm. She is a founding director of Restorative Practices International, a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management, and the recipient of the Order of Australia Medal for her services to education.

    She is also Joe's co-author on Becoming a Trauma-Informed Restorative Educator.

    In this episode, Joe and Margaret explore:

    • What restorative practice actually is — and why it works where punishment doesn't
    • How neuroscience and biology inform a restorative approach
    • What schools and workplaces around the world have in common when it comes to harm and healing
    • What brought a practitioner from Queensland and an educator from the US together to write a book


    This is a conversation between collaborators, colleagues, and friends — about the work they both love and the world they are both trying to help build.

    Her Website: https://www.thorsborne.com.au

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    48 min
  • Rebroadcast: The Importance of Restorative Networks with Mika Dashman

    Rebroadcast: The Importance of Restorative Networks with Mika Dashman
    Nov 9 2026
    Find us here: RestorativeJusticeontheRiseOr on the NC4RJ Network. Thanks to our Sponsors:National Center for Restorative JusticeANDRestorative Justice FoundationIn this episode: Mika Dashman, Founding Director of Restorative Justice Initiative, in its tenth anniversary year celebration whose mission is to build a community of New Yorkers who reflect the diversity of our city to expand healing and non-punitive responses to harm at the personal, neighborhood and systemic levels. Arguably RJI's reach is MUCH beyond New York, with deep international ties creating essential connections between communities and trusted practitioners, and providing essential resources and programs that inspire, inform, and connect. Thus, the topic of this session: the unseen--and arguably under-rated, impacts of networks like RJI. What is their place in the field, and why is it critical to support networking organizations? We discuss this and much more, with host Molly Rowan Leach.Who is RJI?At the core of our vision for social change through restorative approaches is the centrality of relationships. RJI helps to lay the groundwork for a cultural shift from punishment and retribution to healing in New York City’s neighborhoods and systems by nurturing relationships among practitioners and advocates. We also distribute resources to strengthen practice and promote ongoing learning, and facilitate strategic planning.Although restorative justice is often placed in a “criminal justice reform” or “school climate” box, its philosophy—which is based on indigenous spiritual beliefs and practices—goes to the heart of how we live and work together in community, building trust and understanding. Restorative justice processes give voice to those directly impacted by harm, and encourage deep listening across differences; these restorative processes encourage storytelling that illustrates the complex, and sometimes contradictory realities of our lives.Our Operating Principles: All life is interconnected.We value and center relationships.We value and center authentic self-reflection.We treat all people as capable of healing and transformation.We believe that harm occurs on both interpersonal and systemic levels and must be addressed on both.We center and champion conditions that invite people to take accountability for harm.We see restorative justice as part of a larger movement toward a healthier, safer city.Who We Work WithRJI works with people interested in Restorative Justice across NYC’s 5 boroughs, including: | People living and/or working in NYC & NY metro region RJ Practitioners RJ Advocates Philanthropists Community organizers Community based organizations | NYC Government agencies Educators Lawyers Social Workers Healers Parents Youth | Faith Community & Clergy Families Survivors of violence Individuals who have caused harm Returning citizens School administrators and staffSignificant Achievements:In spring 2021, the NYC Commission on Human Rights tapped RJI to join an advisory group to guide the incorporation of restorative justice principles and practices into the Commission’s litigation, policy, and community-based work.RJI provided thought leadership to help develop a model of robust accountability for those that have caused or contributed to sexual harm that is both survivor-centered and based on powerful inclusivity, rather than based on “othering” and public shaming.Since 2018 we have partnered with The Center for Creative Conflict Resolution at the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH) to host a series of Citywide Roundtables on Restorative Approaches, where we convened diverse stakeholders to begin developing a vision for a restorative city.Trinity Church Wall Street has called on us more than once to help design and facilitate retreats and events related to restorative justice.In February 2023, we held the 5th Citywide Roundtable on Restorative Approaches, marking the first Citywide Roundtable held in-person since January 2020, and the first Citywide Roundtable held in Queens.In March 2023, we launched our Storytelling for Collective Healing program, which paired artists and storytellers to amplify reconciliation, transformation, and healing stories.We created the Practitioner Spotlight, a digital interview series that shines a light on novel approaches to restorative justice from across our network.In 2022, we established our inaugural Youth Advocacy Council that ran for the 2022-23 academic year. The Council designed personal community projects, including facilitating conversations on restorative justice at their previously attended middle schools, current high schools, and community bookstores, and preparing to facilitate community circles with their mentors.We curated and hosted a series of circles on the topic of grief and grieving, that allowed for participants to be seen as they move through the many challenges of the current moment.Also in 2023, we began hosting online ...
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    1 h et 14 min
  • Joe Brummer Interviews Ken Craig: Trauma-Informed Restorative Practices in Schools

    Joe Brummer Interviews Ken Craig: Trauma-Informed Restorative Practices in Schools
    Oct 30 2026

    Joe Brummer Interviews Ken Craig: Trauma-Informed Restorative Practices in Schools. In this soft relaunch of Restorative Justice on the Rise. Thank you to guest host Joe Brummer for sharing the audio. We look forward to continuing the storied tradition of quality restorative podcasting that RJ on the Rise has been committed to since 2011.

    Find us here: RestorativeJusticeontheRise

    Or on the NC4RJ Network.

    Thanks to our Sponsors:

    National Center for Restorative Justice

    AND

    Restorative Justice Foundation

    Restorative Justice on The Rise (RJOTR) and the National Center for Restorative Justice (NC4RJ) are delighted to welcome Joe Brummer and enthusiastically syndicate his podcast, Joe Brummer Podcast, beginning with this conversation with educator Ken Craig.

    For more than a decade, RJOTR has been proud to support and globally amplify Joe's work, publications, and expertise in trauma-informed restorative practices. We are thrilled to celebrate the launch of his podcast and welcome it as an ongoing contribution to the RJOTR podcast stream, established in 2011.

    This collaboration reflects an exciting expansion of RJOTR's longstanding mission to elevate diverse voices, perspectives, and innovations across the global restorative justice field. In partnership with NC4RJ, which will host selected collaborative podcasts, we look forward to welcoming additional hosts and programs while continuing to produce original conversations and programming with RJOTR founder Molly Rowan Leach and the RJOTR team.

    Founded in 2011, RJOTR is expanding its longstanding commitment to restorative justice education, dialogue, and storytelling through an intentional collaboration with a growing community of podcast hosts, practitioners, and thought leaders representing diverse areas of practice across the global restorative justice field.

    We are especially grateful for our partnership with the National Center for Restorative Justice (NC4RJ) Together, we look forward to amplifying diverse voices, sharing innovative practices, and fostering meaningful dialogue across the field.

    About This Episode

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    Ken Craig is the principal of Samuel Webb Elementary School in Wethersfield, Connecticut. With 20 years of experience in education, Ken's journey has taken him from music teacher to school principal.

    His school offers a compelling example of trauma-informed restorative practices in action. Academic performance and attendance have improved, students are arriving eager to participate, and the school's facility dog provides a welcoming presence with a wagging tail.

    In this conversation, Joe and Ken explore the challenges facing today's children, the importance of relationships and belonging in schools, and the inner work involved in implementing trauma-informed restorative practices.

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    1 h et 4 min
  • Episode 193: The Youth Are Not The Problem. They Are the Solution.

    Episode 193: The Youth Are Not The Problem. They Are the Solution.
    Jul 24 2025
    Find us here: RestorativeJusticeontheRiseOr on the NC4RJ Network. Thanks to our Sponsors:National Center for Restorative JusticeANDRestorative Justice FoundationIn this episode, we hear from the founder of The Circle Keepers, Martin Urbach, and three youth keepers, centering their voices and ideas about restorative practices, how to build unity across divides, and more.RJOTR believes strongly in this program and was deeply honored to host this very special episode that you won't want to miss. Listen in now to hear how youth -- directly from their voices and lived experiences -- are advocating and practicing on-the-ground!Who are The Circle Keepers?The Circle Keepers started in 2017 as a volunteer-run after school program for high school students to learn restorative justice practices such as peer mediation protocols, conflict resolution circles and community building activities as well as to hone their leadership skills, engage in political education, civic participation and produce community service/social justice projects and thus, create change in their school and in their neighborhoods.?Significant Achievements:100% of student participants surveyed report that The Circle Keepers program made their school experience more meaningfulStarted youth-led restorative justice cohorts in 8 different public schools, across Manhattan, Brooklyn and Bronx.Helped reduce suspensions by 95% at one Manhattan borough school in District 2 in the span of 4 years (2019-2023)Testified for City Council to successfully restore over $32M of funding cuts towards restorative justice justice programming in NYC Public Schools from 2022-2024.Developed a comprehensive Restorative Justice Curriculum for grades 6-8 and grades 9-12, currently offered as semester long electives in a D2 and a D15 school.Trained over 1000 students as restorative justice peer mediators,Trained over 100 NYC Public School staff in school based restorative justice practices.Traveled to Austin, TX to present a sold-out workshop at the SXSWedu 2023 conference of over 100 guests.Traveled to Washington, DC to meet with Leader Charles Schumer to learn about federal policy and explored the National Museum of African American History and Culture to develop a stronger sense of Black epistemologies and ontologies.Produced a “Green New Deal for Public Schools” roundtable with Congressman Jamaal Bowman at Sarah Lawrence College.Produced youth led conference for 250+ NYC youth, rooted on the theme of “peace and justice”, bringing together 50+ stakeholders, including youth development organizations, city agencies, elected officials and even private businesses donating food and supplies!?HOSTED BY: Founder & Executive Producer Molly Rowan Leach (she/her), and Social Media and Marketing Manager Logan Ward (he/him), who is also an accomplished Award-Winning Documentary Filmmaker (Remarkable, 2024)ABOUT MOLLY: https://restorativejusticeontherise.org/about-us/host-executive-producer/Molly’s writing: https://medium.com/@mollyleach ABOUT LOGAN: https://www.loganward.net/aboutLogan’s portfolio: https://www.loganward.net/ ABOUT RESTORATIVE JUSTICE ON THE RISEThe world's first restorative justice podcast and public lives platform, since 2011, reaching and connecting 6 continents and tens of thousands of listeners and practitioners per episode. RJ on The Rise LinkTree: Follow, Subscribe, and Engage in one place!Support 15 years of global independent restorative media efforts here. ★ Support this podcast ★
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    58 min
  • Episode 187: Prosecute, or Restore? W/ Attorney & Public Defender Tristen Edwards

    Episode 187: Prosecute, or Restore? W/ Attorney & Public Defender Tristen Edwards
    Dec 21 2024

    Prosecute, or Restore? With Tristen Edwards, Public Defender, Coalition Builder (OR, USA) and Restorative Justice Advocate

    For anyone questioning the viability of restorative justice as an alternative to violent crime prosecution, here's your evidence. Join us for a conversation that is inspiring and informative.

    ABOUT TRISTEN:

    Tristen Edwards is an attorney at Metropolitan Public Defender, where she represents
    individuals charged with major felony crimes and works on policy issues related to promoting
    the use of restorative justice as an alternative to prosecution.

    Tristen is a Coordinating Committee Member of the Restorative Justice Coalition of Oregon and leads the coalition’s legislative advocacy efforts. She also serves on Governor Kotek’s Racial Justice Council’s Criminal Justice Reform Committee and chairs the Council’s Subcommittee on the Department of Corrections, which focuses on supporting restorative justice efforts led by incarcerated men. Tristen holds a strong commitment to diversity and is the founder and chair of the Oregon
    Criminal Defense Lawyer’s Association’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. Tristen has been recognized for her work amplifying the voices of marginalized people and promoting effective and compassionate responses to harm by the Oregon New Lawyers Division, the Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyer’s Association, and Oregon Women Lawyers.

    ABOUT RESTORATIVE JUSTICE ON THE RISE

    The world's first restorative justice podcast and public lives platform, since 2011

    www.restorativejusticeontherise.org

    RJ on The Rise LinkTree: Follow, Subscribe, and Engage in one place!

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    41 min