An introduction to the principles & practices of transformative justice & abolition for police & prison free futures.

This workshop introduces participants to the core values and principles of transformative justice, centering the most vulnerable members in our communities through a framework of community accountability is at the core of the session. Participants will explore some practical tools for interpersonal and community interventions as well as reflections on punitive justice and cultivating a toolkit for collective liberation through self reflection, mutual responsibility and healing. The workshop uses the anti-oppressive framework to explore power dynamics and the socio-political conditions that facilitate and amplify harm.

ASL Interpreters and a note-taker will be present.

Suitable prerequisites include: Anti-Oppression 101; Anti-Oppression 102; Anti-Oppression for Artists & Cultural Producers; and Contemporary Arts Institutions: Anti-Oppressive Practice, Meaningful Inclusion, and Allyship in Action; or, a strong working knowledge of anti-oppression.

Please note:

We strive to create a brave space for all participants. In order to help folks make bold moves into progressive thinking and actions, all conversations and material shared during these workshops are strictly confidential and cannot be shared through media of any kind.