Paradigm Restorative Approaches + Consultation
Transforming Conflict Through Restorative Practices and Community Engagement.
250+
Hours of Training + Facilitation
"Very impressed with Ramone's knowledge and communication skills. He obviously has integrated the theory and practice into who he is and how he communicates."
-Introduction to Restorative Practices Participant | I Have a Dream Foundation of Boulder County
Ramone, the founder and lead training and development consultant, is a well-rounded restorative practices practitioner with 10+ years of experience. Here are some key characteristics of his approach to the practice:
Practitioner Identity:
Community-focused: Emphasis on authentic connection with communities and ensuring stakeholders have a voice at the table.
Prevention-oriented: Focus on proactive restorative tools, particularly connection circles and restorative conversations.
Education-centered: Specializes in restorative practices in schools and learning institutions, with a passion for "educating the whole child."
Inclusive leader: Leads with the lens and perspective of a Black male practitioner to the work, focusing on equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Core Approaches:
Connection Circles - for building and deepening relationships in learning communities and institutions
Restorative Conversations - one-on-one processes to address concerns directly using restorative questions
Repair Processes - processes for addressing specific harm to self, others, and the community
Philosophy:
"Transforming the Narrative" is a guiding principle
Values relationships as the foundation that leads to resilience
Practices inclusive leadership, striving to cultivate authentic, diverse, and inclusive communities
Focuses on cultivating collective leadership through restorative processes and rituals
My approach focuses on the intersection of restorative practices, social-emotional learning, trauma-informed care, and strengths-based approaches in institutional settings.