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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'tHow neuroscience and biology inform a restorative approachWhat schools and workplaces around the world have in common when it comes to harm and healingWhat brought a practitioner from Queensland and an educator from the US together to write a bookThis 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 ★ Support this podcast ★

Find us here: RestorativeJusticeontheRise Or on the NC4RJ Network.   Thanks to our Sponsors: National Center for Restorative Justice AND Restorative Justice Foundation In 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 With RJI 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 staff Significant 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 gatherings for RJ Consultants and Independent Contractors, forming a community of practice to combat isolation and share resources and support.HOSTED BY: Founder & Executive Producer Molly Rowan Leach (she/her), and Post Production Credits to our Social Media and Marketing Manager Logan Ward (he/him), who is also an accomplished Award-Winning Documentary Filmmaker (Remarkable, 2024) ★ Support this podcast ★

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 --- 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. ★ Support this podcast ★

Find us here: RestorativeJusticeontheRise Or on the NC4RJ Network.   Thanks to our Sponsors: National Center for Restorative Justice AND Restorative Justice Foundation What does it truly mean for restorative justice to be community-centered and held? In this powerful conversation, Molly Rowan Leach is joined by Lindsey Frischer (Southwest Community Justice Coalition), Cristina Cabeza (Colorado Coalition for Restorative Justice Practices), and Ames Stenson (Restorative Rainbow Alliance) & Englewood Municipal Court RJ Program) for a deep dive into coalition-building, relational accountability, and the living practice of restorative justice across Colorado. This is not a theoretical discussion. It is a grounded, hard-earned exploration of what it takes to build restorative infrastructure — inside systems, beyond systems, and sometimes in partnership with them. Together, they unpack: What “community-held restorative justice” actually looks like in practiceBuilding coalitions across municipalities, courts, and grassroots spacesAsset mapping and capacity-building as alternatives to over-reliance on punishmentMoving “at the speed of trust”Why restorative justice must actively dismantle harm — not replicate itThe creation and impact of Colorado’s updated RJ Practitioner GuidelinesThe groundbreaking work of the Restorative Rainbow Alliance and LGBTQ+ inclusion in restorative practiceAs Cristina reminds us, community is not idyllic or abstract: “Community holds all of it.”From statewide policy work to small-town circle practice, this episode reveals how justice becomes sustainable when it is relational, intentional, and collectively stewarded. You’ll hear how community agreements, harm processes, and values-based organizing create real alternatives to punitive systems — and how restorative justice expands when it embraces transformative justice, equity, and shared power. This conversation is a masterclass in what it means to build justice together. If this episode moves you, please share it widely.Grassroots led stories shift culture. Host: Founder & Executive Producer Molly Rowan Leach (she/her), and Post Production Credits to our Social Media and Marketing Manager Logan Ward (he/him), who is also an accomplished Award-Winning Documentary Filmmaker (Remarkable, 2024) About: https://restorativejusticeontherise.org ★ Support this podcast ★

Find us here: RestorativeJusticeontheRise Or on the NC4RJ Network.   Thanks to our Sponsors: National Center for Restorative Justice AND Restorative Justice Foundation LIFER: One Man. One Dog. Transformed. With Director Raul Perez & Brian Michael James. [Proof Video] In this extraordinary episode of Restorative Justice on The Rise, Molly Rowan Leach sits down with Brian Michael James, who served 29 years and two months in prison beginning at age 16, and Raul Perez, director of the upcoming film LIFER. Brian opens the conversation with stark clarity: “Today is 1,154 days free after I served 29 years and two months from the ages of 16 to 45.”What unfolds is not simply a story of incarceration — it is a story of belonging, trauma, accountability, radical forgiveness, and transformation. Brian shares the childhood wounds that shaped his early path, the split-second decision that took a life, and the decades that followed. He describes the night that changed everything: “That decision right there took me a total of three seconds to make… That man died that night.”He speaks candidly about prison violence, addiction, solitary confinement, and the death of his beloved grandmother — the moment that forced him to choose whether to live or die: “I decided that I’m going to live a life that would honor my grandmother… She planted good seeds in me. They just hadn’t sprouted yet.”Years later, a poster on a prison wall changed the trajectory of his life: a dog rescue program. After 25 years incarcerated, Brian knelt down and touched a dog for the first time: “It was nothing less than a spiritual experience.”The rescue dog, Flynn — who had been scheduled for euthanasia — became part of Brian’s healing. Through the program, he discovered purpose, responsibility, and connection: “In the three months of this program, I discovered literally who I wanted to be and who I was as a man.”In a powerful restorative arc, Brian also shares his participation in Healing Dialogue & Action (HDA), where he sat with mothers of murder victims. In one unforgettable moment, after asking how he could ever live with what he had done, one mother stood and said: “How about we forgive you for that?”Brian describes that experience as life-altering — a release that allowed him to move forward with accountability rather than self-annihilation. When he finally appeared before the parole board decades later, he told them: “Whether they let me home or not was not going to alter anything. This is who I am today.”He was granted parole in 2022. Today, Brian works to give back, speaking to incarcerated individuals and communities about hope, transformation, and responsibility: “You are really, really needed in the world right now.”Director Raul Perez shares why telling stories like this matters: “We want to inspire change and hope… even if we change one person’s mind watching this… then we did our job.”LIFER is more than a film about prison.It is about radical forgiveness.It is about the power of dogs to restore dignity.It is about the possibility that no human being is beyond transformation. About Our Guests Brian Michael James served 29 years in California state prison and now dedicates his life to restorative work, advocacy, and speaking about transformation and accountability. Raul Perez is the director of LIFER, a film inspired by Brian’s journey and the life-changing impact of prison dog programs. If this episode moves you, please share it widely.Stories like this shift culture.   Host: Founder & Executive Producer Molly Rowan Leach (she/her), and Post Production Credits to our Social Media and Marketing Manager Logan Ward (he/him), who is also an accomplished Award-Winning Documentary Filmmaker (Remarkable, 2024) About: https://restorativejusticeontherise.org ★ Support this podcast ★

Find us here: RestorativeJusticeontheRise Or on the NC4RJ Network.   Thanks to our Sponsors: National Center for Restorative Justice AND Restorative Justice Foundation In 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 With RJI 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 staff Significant 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 gatherings for RJ Consultants and Independent Contractors, forming a community of practice to combat isolation and share resources and support.HOSTED BY: Founder & Executive Producer Molly Rowan Leach (she/her), and Post Production Credits to our Social Media and Marketing Manager Logan Ward (he/him), who is also an accomplished Award-Winning Documentary Filmmaker (Remarkable, 2024) ★ Support this podcast ★

Find us here: RestorativeJusticeontheRise Or on the NC4RJ Network.   Thanks to our Sponsors: National Center for Restorative Justice AND Restorative Justice Foundation In 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/about Logan’s portfolio: https://www.loganward.net/     ABOUT RESTORATIVE JUSTICE ON THE RISE The 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 ★

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! >>>We need your help! Support 15 Years of Global Independent Restorative Media Efforts Now   ★ Support this podcast ★

Becoming A Trauma-Informed Educator with Joe Brummer and Marg Thorsborne Featured Educator's Podcast packed with over 40 key points in less than one hour, with two of the world's most beloved authors, trainers, and guides in "RJE": Restorative Justice in Education. Joe and Marg hit the ground running in their typical fun, informative style that has won the hearts and minds of thousands worldwide, sharing potent insights as they discuss the birth of their new book, and the reasons for its existence. Tune in to hear all about the following key points and more: Behavior development not behavior management The role of the brain Allostasis Brain as predictor not as responder Sensory input and past experiences as self-perpetuating Fight flight freeze faint are preparations Responding, not reacting, to trauma Unlearning our socialization of punishment “PBIS”: what’s wrong with it, where it came from (Levoss) Managing each other’s body-budget Connection-orientation as driver Co-Regulating or Co-Escalating Code Switching and adaptation to environment The myth of lowered expectations when RJE is introduced Neural pathways and brain re-structuring Transactional or Transformational If you are in the problem, you should be included in the decision making Restorative starts with us Ako, the teacher is also the student (New Zealand word) Prevention-focused instead of trained as conflict/behavior system Cues of relationship Cues of safety Relationship block - 20 m comm building circles Shame’s role ...and much more   Becoming a Trauma-informed Restorative Educator  – June 21, 2024 by Joe Brummer (Author), Margaret Thorsborne (Author) ABOUT THE BOOK: Maybe you have heard the terms 'trauma-informed' and 'restorative' - but how do you go about becoming a trauma-informed, restorative educator? This practical book outlines the values, ideas and neuroscience behind trauma-informed restorative practice and its proven effectiveness. It clearly explains key theories relating to shame, trauma and your autonomic nervous system, and explains how to apply this knowledge in practice. Examples and stories of restorative practice feature throughout to inspire and emulate, as do practical protocols, tools and systems to develop your skills as a trauma-informed educator. Critically, it also explains the personal and professional qualities you need to nurture to truly engage in trauma-informed, restorative practice, with reflection points to aid learning and self-development. Read this book and take your first steps to creating a trauma-informed, restorative classroom - even if your school isn't doing it!   ABOUT RESTORATIVE JUSTICE ON THE RISE The world's first restorative justice podcast and public lives platform, since 2011 www.restorativejusticeontherise.org Connect with Us on Facebook The Redemption Project Discussion Series in alliance with Van Jones & REFORM/CNN Latest Enewsletter   Breaking: RJ on The Rise Selected from Global Applicant Pool to Attend Multi-Year Academy on Media's Role in Belonging. READ MORE Support our 13 Years of Global Independent Restorative Media Efforts Now Additional Links of Interest: Apple Podcast since 2011: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/restorative-justice-on-the-rise/id918262205 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7x7tE5xX9bYBAgRgpolKn9 Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs-VP0RojAaTCT6jdMZyvqg RJOTR hosts CNN's Redemption Project Dialogue Series: http://www.restorativejusticeontherise.org/discussion-series EFRJ Presentation Recording/Resources: https://padlet.com/rjonrise/efrj-pamplona-restorative-justice-in-colorado-y0wjclo6uxwzyq3d Heart-Brain Coherence & Restorative Justice:

Shifting Narratives: Building Trust and Visibility for The Trans Community with Documentarian (REMARKABLE, 2024) Logan Ward, Hami Samba, and the Restorative Rainbow Alliance's Ames Stenson and Rami El-Gharib This feature panel discussion is in collaboration with the Restorative Rainbow Alliance, Restorative Justice on The Rise, and Director and Producer Logan Ward to uplift the incredible film: Remarkable: Voices From The Trans Community. {Watch Now} In this conversation we get to hear from trans man and creator of the film, Logan Ward, as well as a major voice in the film, Hami Samba, who both share about the comfort they found in being able to tell their own narratives. Logan's film illustrates distrust towards the trans community and proposes that community-centered and participatory practices could assist in rebuilding that trust. All of these ideas are discussed, and the RRA's restorative justice and queer lens helps us consider these ideas within context. In addition, we want to highlight the RRA's code of conduct, and their overall efforts, within the restorative justice field. Please let us know if you'd like to contact any/all of our panelists for possible engagement in your community! To contact Logan Ward directly, click here Length: 1:12 REMARKABLE on Insta: www.instagram.com/remarkablefilm Restorative Rainbow Alliance: https://www.restorativerainbowalliance.org *** Restorative Justice on The Rise is the very first live and standard podcast since 2011 focusing on Restorative Justice and Peacebuilding, from the personal to collective, demonstrating powerful stories, cases, and insights from a robust range of diverse voices, and reaching every continent in our world. We can be found on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and our collaboration for this podcast episode is a result of our Fellowship status with the Salzburg Global Media Academy, a program forging critical pathways forward in the age of AI. Support our 13 Years of Global Independent Restorative Media Efforts Now Apple Podcast since 2011: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/restorative-justice-on-the-rise/id918262205 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7x7tE5xX9bYBAgRgpolKn9 Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs-VP0RojAaTCT6jdMZyvqg RJOTR hosts CNN's Redemption Project Dialogue Series: http://www.restorativejusticeontherise.org/discussion-series EFRJ Presentation Recording/Resources: https://padlet.com/rjonrise/efrj-pamplona-restorative-justice-in-colorado-y0wjclo6uxwzyq3d Heart-Brain Coherence & Restorative Justice: https://padlet.com/rjonrise/heart-brain-coherence-and-restorative-justice-gu4xobpg7bm4okry ★ Support this podcast ★

Dr. Paul Mihailidis on The Role Media Plays in Social Justice, Belonging, and Transformation Paul Mihailidis is a professor of civic media and journalism and assistant dean in the school of communication at Emerson College in Boston, MA, where he teaches media literacy, civic media, and community activism. He is founding program director of the MA in Media Design, Senior Fellow of the Emerson Engagement Lab, and faculty chair and director of the Salzburg Academy on Media and Global Change. His work has been featured in the New York Times, the Washington Post, Scientific American, Slate Magazine, the Nieman Foundation, USA Today, Newsweek, CNN, and others. Mihailidis holds a visiting professorship at Bournemouth University in England and the Catholic University of Argentina, Buenos Aires. Paul is also the Co-Editor of Transformative Media Pedagogies (Routledge, 2022).  We jump right into the purpose of the 17 Year Media Academy Efforts, the irrevocable connection between media and social justice, "Radiant mojo" and the powerful impact of the life of Moses Shumow, and much more.  Listen in to discover Paul's insights into how media may just be the most impactful part of changing global narratives, systems, and individual lives. Host: Molly Rowan Leach Length: 44m Salzburg Global Seminar Website: www.salzburgglobal.org Salzburg Academy on Media and Global Change: https://www.salzburgglobal.org/multi-year-series/media-academy *** Restorative Justice on The Rise is the very first live and standard podcast since 2011 focusing on Restorative Justice and Peacebuilding, from the personal to collective, demonstrating powerful stories, cases, and insights from a robust range of diverse voices, and reaching every continent in our world. We can be found on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and our collaboration for this podcast episode is a result of our Fellowship status with the Salzburg Global Media Academy, a program forging critical pathways forward in the age of AI.    Breaking: RJ on The Rise Selected from Global Applicant Pool to Attend Multi-Year Academy on Media's Role in Belonging. READ MORE Support our 13 Years of Global Independent Restorative Media Efforts Now Additional Links of Interest: Apple Podcast since 2011: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/restorative-justice-on-the-rise/id918262205 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7x7tE5xX9bYBAgRgpolKn9 Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs-VP0RojAaTCT6jdMZyvqg RJOTR hosts CNN's Redemption Project Dialogue Series: http://www.restorativejusticeontherise.org/discussion-series EFRJ Presentation Recording/Resources: https://padlet.com/rjonrise/efrj-pamplona-restorative-justice-in-colorado-y0wjclo6uxwzyq3d Heart-Brain Coherence & Restorative Justice: https://padlet.com/rjonrise/heart-brain-coherence-and-restorative-justice-gu4xobpg7bm4okry ★ Support this podcast ★

Art As Intervention: A Conversation with Pablo Martínez-Zárate In this deeply powerful 45m conversation he dives into: The importance of art as intervention instead of representation The confines of plot in film The invitation of spaciousness in film Questions that arise when expressing oneself How to belong in a digital age Artist and Professor, IberoDocsLab, Mexico Pablo Martínez-Zárate is a media artist, documentary filmmaker and scholar living and working in Mexico City. His work explores the interconnection between memory, body and territory through experimental media practice. In 2022-23 he is Artist in Residence at The Netherlands Film Academy, part of Amsterdam University of the Arts. He is considered one of the pioneers and foremost exponents of web and interactive documentary in Mexico and Latin America. His films, interactive projects and installations have shown in important museums in Mexico and festivals such as DocsMX and Ambulante in Mexico City, MIDBO in Bogota, or IDFA in Amsterdam. He is Professor at Universidad Iberoamericana Mexico City, where he founded IberoDocsLab.org, a platform for critical innovation in documentary practice. He has published several non-fiction books that seek to reflect on the power of art in a world in crisis, as well as artist publications. Co-Hosted by Molly Rowan Leach and Liz Nass Salzburg Global Seminar ★ Support this podcast ★

The Intersections of Restorative and Transitional Justice with Camilo Eduardo Umaña Hernández - Deputy Minister of Criminal Policy and Restorative Justice for the Ministry of Justice and Law, Colombia [Website] Camilo was a plenary keynote presenter at the European Forum for Restorative Justice's 12th International Conference in late May, 2024, in Tallinn, Estonia. His presentation made key links between restorative and transitional justice on the ground in Colombia, and how his work as a practitioner and government official alike has spurred much-awaited efforts to provide RJ as a viable systemic and community practice in his country. He may very well be the first high-ranking government official in the world to have "Restorative Justice" within his official title. Host Molly Rowan Leach sat down with Camilo in a park adjacent to the conference in beautiful Tallinn to discuss behind-the-scenes reflections of the panel, insights into the link between RJ and Transitional Justice at the micro- and macro-levels, and to share a little about his own experiences as a survivor of his father's murder, and the work he does to further RJ in Colombia. More Information at the Colombia Official Ministry site: https://www.minjusticia.gov.co/ministerio/Paginas/Viceministerio-de-Pol%C3%ADtica-Criminal-y-Justicia-Restaurativa1.aspx Subscribe and Tune into Restorative Justice on The Rise on Spotify or, on Apple Podcasts VISIT European Forum for RJ WEBSITE ★ Support this podcast ★

KulturBanhof Leisnig is an International Hub for live music, education, and is housed in an historic train station that is active and being structurally restored. Listen to this exclusive interview with Co-Founders Christoph Schoenbeck and Alireza Rismanchian to hear why Music truly is a universal language of belonging, of honoring diversity, and of bringing people together! During this Podcast we: Correlate the meaning of music as a way of global connection and belonging Hear the unique, one-of-its-kind story behind the Bahnhof's inception as an International Center Contemplate the meaning of "safe spaces" and territories of authentic belonging--what makes a place feel inclusive, what are the parameters to set, and how does music set such a strong foundation for that? Learn about how Cultural jams can and do restore connections with global musicians and communities And much more Background: Leisnig station is a thriving cultural centre - a cultural station - a vibrant place for culture, exchange and encounters. There is close co-operation with the town of Leisnig, the university towns of Leipzig, Dresden and Chemnitz, as well as with the supra-regional cultural network and the international ethno-network. The project is recognised for its high-quality cultural events, concerts, music and dance workshops and attracts well-known lecturers from all over Europe. The cultural centre also creates a space for local cultural initiatives, youth clubs and cultural workers in the region. The station provides a framework for local businesses to offer products and services and creates jobs in the region. In addition to the cultural centre, there is a café, a restaurant, a beer garden and rooms for rent. The project is sustainably integrated into the local community and beyond and brings great added value to the Central Saxony region. It is known for its openness, respect and tolerance and epitomises a successful collaboration between local communities and an international cultural network. The Leisnig train station is an example of how cultural initiatives can shape, influence and change local conditions in a positive way, and how mutual give and take can create a positive synergy effect for the city. Music is a universal language From the very beginning, our dream was to create a place where musicians from different countries could come together to share their music. We offer high-quality cultural events as well as music and dance workshops with well-known artists and lecturers from all over the world. Through music lessons, workshops and events, we offer musicians and music enthusiasts, whether beginners or professional musicians, a platform and the opportunity to realise their potential.   For more information: VISIT BAHNHOF LEISNIG WEBSITE www.restorativejusticeontherise.org Listen on Apple Listen on Spotify ★ Support this podcast ★

Building Restorative Cultures with Prof. Ian Marder, Triona Kenny & Katharina Kurz A Discussion based on recent research and hands-on practices in the Criminal Justice and Higher Education Sectors. Celebrating our second podcast conversation with Ian Marder (2012 & 2024) on Restorative Justice on The Rise. Dr. Ian Marder, Assistant Professor in Criminology at Maynooth University, Ireland sat down with us in Tallinn, Estonia during the European Forum for Restorative Justice 12th International Conference alongside two Ph.D Candidates who also are Research Assistants and Practitioners on this project, Triona Kenny (Criminology) and Katharina Kurz (Anthropology and Education). What you'll hear in this episode is an incredible blend of findings from hands-on RJ work within two different communities - one within a prison, and one within a community involving youth of color and police. Here are links to two of their papers, open access: https://mural.maynoothuniversity.ie/17876/ https://mural.maynoothuniversity.ie/17233/ www.restorativejustice.ie  to learn more about restorative justice in the criminal justice system in Ireland RJ Strategies For Change Ireland Website ★ Support this podcast ★