BUILDING RESTORATIVE ORGANISATIONS & COMMUNITIES

Restorative practice is the term to describe a way of behaving which helps to build and maintain healthy relationships, resolve difficulties and repair harm where there is conflict.  The restorative approaches we use are rooted in relational theory principles of connection, interdependence, inclusivity and participation, aiming to create healthier organizational cultures.

These approaches include both formal and informal processes that enable us to communicate more effectively.  They are used to focus on:

• Understanding & removing barriers

• Pro-actively promoting a sense of community

• Encouraging social responsibility & shared accountability

• Helping to build social capital.

 The central idea being that healthy relationships require high levels of challenge as well as support.  Rather than focusing solely on “techniques for positive communication”, the practice encourages us to reflect on “ways of being” when communicating and resolving difficulties.

At Circles, we provide a bespoke service to leadership teams, aimed at familiarising themselves with these practices and then co-design the work required to create change.  Our training provides staff with a common language, reflection on behaviours and tools that strengthen relationships with clients, managers, and co-workers, empowering them to share responsibility and support positive change.

We work with organizations both big and small to create change programmes that are appropriate to your circumstances.

Please contact us for an informal chat.