Learn more about Transformative Justice and explore how early childhood educators can approach discipline in ways that de-center punishment.
Summary
Through dialogue, hands-on activities, and role play, participants will develop an understanding of Transformative Justice and its lessons, as well as how early childhood professionals can approach discipline in ways that de-center punishment.
What to expect
Beginning with a brief overview of Transformative Justice (TJ) as a philosophy, set of practices, and framework, participants will establish shared vocabulary and learn about its core values. This includes understanding its origin and history, as well as some of its current applications.
Through an interactive activity, participants then distinguish TJ from other approaches to harm and conflict, including punitive or carceral approaches and restorative justice.
With this foundational understanding, the group will begin to connect the practice of TJ with discipline in early childhood settings, and with the social-emotional development of children more broadly. What are some of the ways TJ lends itself to application in early childhood environments? What can TJ offer to us as early childhood professionals seeking to de-center punishment and foster more connection and belonging among our students? How do important themes, like accountability and consent, show up in our work? Participants will discuss in small groups and collectively.
Finally, we take time together to investigate specific, real-life scenarios through the lens of Transformative Justice and imagine new ways of responding according to our shared learning throughout the session.
Who is this for?
This training is recommended for early childhood educators, administrators, parents, home visitors, support specialists, and anyone who loves children. It is highly interactive, so please come prepared to engage, learn, and make meaning together (though the activities of life are always welcome, including eating, taking breaks, and getting interrupted).
How to join
A Zoom link will be emailed to participants one week before the event.
Learn more about Transformative Justice and explore how early childhood educators can approach discipline in ways that de-center punishment.
Summary
Through dialogue, hands-on activities, and role play, participants will develop an understanding of Transformative Justice and its lessons, as well as how early childhood professionals can approach discipline in ways that de-center punishment.
What to expect
Beginning with a brief overview of Transformative Justice (TJ) as a philosophy, set of practices, and framework, participants will establish shared vocabulary and learn about its core values. This includes understanding its origin and history, as well as some of its current applications.
Through an interactive activity, participants then distinguish TJ from other approaches to harm and conflict, including punitive or carceral approaches and restorative justice.
With this foundational understanding, the group will begin to connect the practice of TJ with discipline in early childhood settings, and with the social-emotional development of children more broadly. What are some of the ways TJ lends itself to application in early childhood environments? What can TJ offer to us as early childhood professionals seeking to de-center punishment and foster more connection and belonging among our students? How do important themes, like accountability and consent, show up in our work? Participants will discuss in small groups and collectively.
Finally, we take time together to investigate specific, real-life scenarios through the lens of Transformative Justice and imagine new ways of responding according to our shared learning throughout the session.
Who is this for?
This training is recommended for early childhood educators, administrators, parents, home visitors, support specialists, and anyone who loves children. It is highly interactive, so please come prepared to engage, learn, and make meaning together (though the activities of life are always welcome, including eating, taking breaks, and getting interrupted).
How to join
A Zoom link will be emailed to participants one week before the event.
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Highlights
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- Online
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