Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Our work is centered around four key pillars:
• Advocacy: Promoting policies that integrate restorative justice in legal systems, schools, and
communities.
• Training & Education: Offering workshops and resources for professionals and community leaders.
• Community Engagement: Implementing restorative justice initiatives in schools, workplaces, and legal settings.
• Research & Policy Development: Partnering with experts to shape policies that promote justice and reconciliation.
Restorative practices can be applied in various sectors, including:
• Criminal justice (courts, law enforcement, rehabilitation programs)
• Education (reducing suspensions, improving student behavior and relationships)
• Workplaces (addressing conflicts, strengthening team dynamics)
• Communities (healing after harm, mediation, reconciliation efforts)
Unlike organizations that focus solely on legal reform, GARPPC takes a holistic and community-
centered approach by integrating education, research, advocacy, and direct intervention. We work across sectors to create sustainable solutions for conflict resolution and justice reform.
We welcome individuals and organizations interested in restorative justice, equity, and policy transformation, including:
• Community leaders
• Educators and school administrators
• Legal professionals (judges, lawyers, law enforcement)
• Social workers and counselors
• Nonprofit organizations and activists
You can support our mission by:
• Attending training programs or workshops
• Advocating for restorative policies in your community
• Volunteering with our initiatives
• Becoming a partner organization
• Donating to help expand our impact
Yes! While we are based in Florida USA we collaborate with global partners to advance restorative justice and equitable policies worldwide. We engage in research, policy discussions, and training efforts across different regions.
We help schools implement restorative discipline models that reduce suspensions, promote positive student behavior, and build stronger relationships between students and educators. Schools can contact us for customized training and implementation support.
Restorative justice provides an alternative to traditional punitive measures by focusing on rehabilitation, accountability, and reconciliation. Our work supports diversion programs, victim- offender mediation, and policy advocacy to integrate restorative approaches into justice systems.
Absolutely! Organizations can use restorative conflict resolution to address workplace disputes, improve team cohesion, and foster a more inclusive and respectful work culture. We offer training programs tailored to business environments.
You can stay informed by:
• Subscribing to our newsletter for updates on events and initiatives
• Following us on social media (if applicable)
• Checking our website for new research, policy developments, and upcoming programs
Yes, we work with government agencies at local, national, and international levels to develop and implement restorative justice policies and programs.
You can contribute to our mission by donating through our website. Your support helps fund training programs, community initiatives, policy advocacy, and research that promote justice and reconciliation.
You can reach us through our contact page on the website or via email for collaborations, media
interviews, and partnership opportunities.