Season 1 Episode 20: Partnering with Survivors Using Restorative Practices: An Interview with Dr. Eloise Sepeda
About This Episode
During this time of reflection on law enforcement’s role in communities, explorations of restorative justice practices are more important than ever. In this episode, David and Ruth interview Dr. Eloise Sepeda, a national expert trainer and consultant of restorative justice, and the three of them discuss:
The importance of listening to domestic violence survivors and asking them the question: What does justice look like for you?
How to work with people who choose violence using restorative practices
The need for practitioners to reflect on how they respond to survivors’ stories
To learn more about Dr. Sepeda’s work, visit bethechange.tools.
Additional Resources
Online Course: Partnering with Survivors
Safe & Together Institute’s domestic abuse–informed trainings
Safe & Together Institute’s upcoming events
David Mandel’s book Stop Blaming Mothers and Ignoring Fathers: How to Transform the Way We Keep Children Safe from Domestic Violence