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SLT Mini Introduction toRestorative Approaches and
Restorative Justice Conferencing
Lynne Russell – DirectorRestorative Justice 4 Schools
Restorative Justice 4 Schools Ltd
So what are restorative
approaches?
Restorative Approaches are inspired by the philosophy and practices of
Restorative Justice which aims to repair harm caused to relationships
and communities by conflict.
Crucially it is believed that is best achieved by focusing upon the harm caused, rather than assigning blame
and dispensing punishment which often fails to address the needs of
those most affected.
RESPECT RESPONSIBILTY REPAIR REINTEGRATI
ON
The 4 R’sRJ is based on four key
features
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Restorative Justice focuses the individual on their responsibilities
to the rights of others
Responsibilities and Rights
Range of Restorative Approaches
Restorative Approaches are a framework of methods that contribute towards the building, maintaining and repairing a community
Informal Formal
Everyday Behaviour
– Building Skills
Restorative rules
Restorative language
Check in and out
Aims for the day
Circle time
Everyday Conflict –Behaviour Issues
Reflection time
Non prepared restorative chat or
enquiry
Classroom conference
Informal prepared conference
High Level Conflict –
Alternative to Exclusion
Formal prepared conference
Restorative sanctions
Informal Formal
Restorative Justice Conferencing is a process that repairs relationships
Restorative Approaches develop skills to build and
maintain relationships
Creating a restorative balance
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So what is restorative justice
conferencing?
A process for resolving conflict A common language to resolve conflict Focuses on the needs of the victim Allows the wrongdoer(s) to understand the
impact of their actions Encourages wrongdoer(s) to take
responsibility for their actions Therefore creates accountability Likely to change behaviour and build
characterThe starting place for restorative
approaches
What is Restorative Justice Conferencing ?
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Incident Preparation Conference
Reintegration and
refreshments
Follow Up
Conference Process
Change of behaviour Avoids exclusions Genuine apology and acknowledgement of
harm Conflict stops Friendships/relationships can be repaired Lessons are learnt Everyone has a say Promotes truth telling YP take responsibility for their behaviour Strategy for a better future Not criminalised and able to stay in education
Positive Outcome from Conferencing
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Explaining what
happened
Seeing the other
side
Putting things right
Change your
behaviour
Elements of a Restorative Process
RJ is not an opt out of punishment Conferencing can take place along side punitive
measures if the sanction is seen as unavoidable or constructive
Conferencing can take place and effective engagement would cause punitive response to become suspended.
Conferencing can produce a nominated sanctions, reparation or financial restitution
Young people can be asked to give an apology of actions not just words
THAT SAID It is considered more effective when made part of a no
blame approach
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RJ V Punishment
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What's the benefit?
What can RJ do for a School? Happier and safer school Mutually respectful
relationships More effective teaching and
learning Reducing exclusions Raising attendance Developing emotional literacy Addressing bullying behaviours Raising morale by culture of
inclusion and belonging Help a school meet Ofsted
targets for behaviour and safety in school
IT IS NOT A SOFT OPTION
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Why consider Restorative Approaches?
Endeavour High school in Hull: From Spring 2007 – July 2008
45.6% reduction in incidents of verbal abuse 59.4% reduction in incidents of physical abuse 43.2% reduction in incidents of disruptive
behaviour 78.6% reduction in incidents of racist incidents 100% reduction in incidents of drug use 50% reduction in incidents of theft 44.5% reduction in fixed term exclusions 62.5% reduction in total days of staff absence *
* a saving of over £60,000 in the first 8 months!!
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A Whole School Restorative Approach
- Excerpt 2.43 minutes-http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_dmuvUWluS4
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The Plan for …..
Staff & Pupils using
informal Restorative Approaches
Restorative language, contracts, class room
rules
Check in and check out in form /tutor
time
Rest. chats to resolve low
level conflict
RJ Conferencing
to resolve high level conflict
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Implementation: The First Step
Administration Policy, referral
systemTraining
Resources, Info. for
Parents, Staff, Pupils
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Whole school training
Lunch time staff
3 Day conferencing facilitation training
Learning support staff
Peer mentoring/facilitation
training
Training
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