PA Peace Alliance Webinar Series: Navigating Complexity in Restorative Dilemmas

Type
Webinar

Category
Gun Violence Prevention/Reduction & Community Violence Intervention (CVI) Strategies, Program Development, Transformation/Healing

Leaders tasked with engaging in restorative practices are often asked to resolve deeply complex challenges within rigid systems—under pressure to act quickly, meet conflicting needs, and work within punitive policies. In these moments, the temptation to simplify the challenge to find answers can be strong—but oversimplification risks reinforcing harm and missing opportunities for transformation.

This webinar offers a reflective approach to navigating complexity in restorative practices dilemmas. Participants will explore how to embrace the inherent complexity of incidents of harm and identify opportunities to address the incident restoratively amidst challenges. Through practical tools, real-world scenarios, and guided reflection, participants will leave better equipped to respond to complexity with clarity, care, and creativity—rather than defaulting to quick fixes.