
Learning About
Restorative Practices
A relationship-centered approach to life, restorative practices are deeply rooted in the values and principles of restorative justice, aiming to build, maintain, and repair connections within communities, organizations, and teams. Restorative practices are proactive methods of strengthening trust, respect, inclusion, and empathy before conflict arises, as well as responsive processes when harm or misunderstanding occurs.
Key tenets of restorative practices include:
Fostering open communication and collaborative problem-solving among all those involved in the community, situation, or relationship.
Centering accountability and repair over punishment, discussing the impact of actions, the needs of those affected, and the steps necessary for healing.
Encouraging voice, belonging, and shared responsibility, which creates environments where individuals are empowered to resolve differences, express emotions honestly, and contribute positively to their communities.
At The STAR Project we center our work in restoration. We hold the firm belief that to be in flourishing community we must engage restorative practices to strengthen relationships through intentional conversation, accountability, and vulnerability.
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Readings
The Little Book of Restorative Justice by: Howard Zehr
Living Resistance by: Kaitlin B. Curtice
Healing Justice Lineages by: Cara Page & Erica Woodland
Return to the Teachings by: Rupert Ross
Beyond the Surface of Restorative Practices by: Marisol Quevedo Rerucha
Unearthing Our Roots by: Krista R. Pérez
Restorative Justice Dialogue: An Essential Guide for Research and Practice by: Umbreit, Vos, Coates
Scholarly Articles & Reports
Restorative Supervision: Experiences of Mid and Senior-Level Staff (UVM, 2020)
Peer group clinical supervision: Qualitative perspectives (ScienceDirect, 2021)
Adolescent Exposure to Restorative Practices and Their Perceptions (SAGE, 2024)
Building a community of accountability through restorative justice (Jones, 2024)
Building Restorative Organisations: Beyond the Buzzword (Restorative Justice Council UK)