Statewide Restorative Practices Conference “Where We Have Been, Where We Are Going: Restorative Practices in Missouri” April 8, 2022, via Zoom - 8:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. Plan now to attend this day-long, live virtual event and take advantage of outstanding educational and networking opportunities. This conference is designed for anyone with an interest in restorative … [Read more...] about Statewide Restorative Practices Virtual Conference – April 8, 2022
The CDR is excited to be co-sponsoring a second statewide restorative practices conference, in collaboration with the Missouri Restorative Justice Coalition (MORJC). About the Event This virtual conference, to be held April 8, 2022, will focus on the theme “Where We Have Been, Where We Are Going: Restorative Practices in Missouri.” Nationally known plenary and keynote … [Read more...] about Virtual Restorative Practices Conference April 8, 2022 – Save the Date
The CDR is honored to be presenting two sessions at the Association for Conflict Resolution’s Annual Conference, September 29-October 1, 2021. The competitively selected sessions will focus on two of the CDR’s high-impact community programs: the Victim Impact Program for Youth, and Circles for Girls Diversity Circles. The sessions, led by CDR Director Dr. Charlene Berquist and … [Read more...] about CDR to Present Two Sessions at ACR Annual Conference this Fall
The Center for Dispute Resolution’s Victim Impact Panel program for youth has been helping youth recognize and internalize the impact that crime has on people and communities for over 10 years. The VIP program is offered for youthful offenders referred by the Greene County Juvenile Office, and it uses storytelling, dialogue, and reflection to help young people understand and … [Read more...] about Virtual Victim Impact Program for Juveniles Enhances Outcomes for Youth
Christina is a student in the Master of Social Work program at Missouri State. She completed her social work practicum at the Center for Dispute Resolution this spring. Tell us a bit about your practicum experience this spring at the CDR. I will forever be grateful for the time I spent at the Center for Dispute Resolution during my practicum field placement. I learned … [Read more...] about Social Work and Conflict Management – Practicum Student Spotlight: Christina Begay