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The Who and
The Why

Vision

Transforming vital school communities by weaving core restorative justice principles into the cultural fabric.

Mission

To create harmonious relationships, responsive communities, and equitable learning environments.

Objective

Partner with school cultures driven by inclusive practice that prioritize empathy, personal accountability, and community connection to mitigate harm and bolster trusting relationships.

Adele Bovard

RJ Facilitator

Adele Bovard enjoyed a 35-year career in education with experience in both suburban and urban districts that highlighted the need for mitigating disproportionality of student suspensions.

Dawn Molitor

RJ Facilitator

Dawn is a dedicated and experienced educator with a remarkable 21-year career in the field of education, speech therapy and supporting students with diverse needs.

Kristen Noble

Co-Founder/Director

Kristen is a restorative justice facilitator, instructor, and coach. Her 15 years of experience are devoted to solving conflict, building equity and inclusion, and advancing cultural humility.

L'Tomay Varlack-Butler

RJ Facilitator

L'Tomay is a visionary restorative equity educator, executive coach, and social worker driven by a deep commitment to inclusivity, sustainability, and the transformative power discourse.

Shelby Demby

Co-Founder/Director

With a background in criminal and social justice, Shelby Demby has dedicated over 13 years of her career to youth violence prevention and transforming school environments.

Shreya Subedi

National Policy Intern

A strong foundation in policy research and a deep commitment to advancing social justice propel Shreya's specialization in Restorative Justice and is part of WhyRJ's review committee.

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