Source: restorativeactionalliance.org
In this webinar on Sept 30, author Leaf Seligman will delve into themes from her book, Being Restorative, sharing insights on:
- Learning to look for ourselves in others
- Engaging in communal and collective accountability
- Understanding that true change occurs in an uncondemned state
- Exploring the historical and spiritual roots of restorative practices
Who Should Attend:
This event is ideal for religious leaders, educators, community organizers, mental health professionals, those impacted by the criminal legal system, and anyone interested in fostering a restorative culture.
I avoided this item for a couple days because I steer clear of anything promoting organized religion, but it doesn’t sound like this is about religion at first glance (at least I hope not, the blurb reads more spiritual).
Here’s a profound quote from the author: “A great friend, mentor and professor at the university taught me that it is only in an uncondemned state that any of us can change. The state might convict a person but condemnation—the absolute declaration that a person is unworthy of belonging to the human family—leaves no room or reason to heal, improve, or change. And that wisdom informs not only my teaching—it shapes my life.” – Leaf Seligman
I just learned of Restorative Action Alliance during the ACSOL conference. They are anti registry, and therefore friends of all of us. I don’t know how big they are or what kind of successes they have had, but worth looking into their work.
I am going to sign up for this zoom discussion because it certainly can’t hurt and I can always shut it off, but because more importantly I want to support the work of this org and show up as a representative of people impacted by the registry.