Our world steeped in large and small conflicts. And each day we find a way to navigate these conflicts as best as we can. Dominic Barter, our guest for today’s episode, found his purpose in uncovering how we as a community solve conflicts in a way that meets people's basic human needs. Dominic started this in Brazilian shantytowns - transforming conflict and creating meaningful change through the power of restorative circles. 

Listen as Dominic passionately shares how basic listening and creativity can be potent tools for transforming conflict. We journey with him through his experiences in the shantytowns, where he witnessed first-hand, the deep impact of systems of oppression and injustice. There, he experimented with the transformative potential of restorative practices, leading to his commitment to replace these oppressive systems with a more just, equitable approach. 

As we delve deeper, Dominic shares the incredible power of restorative practices not just in reducing traumatic stress but also in fostering healing, community safety, and stronger relationships. We unpack the intricate interplay of creativity, dialogue and wisdom in understanding conflict and bringing about positive change. Dominic leaves us with an open invitation for further discussions and a challenge to actively involve ourselves in effecting change through these practices. Embrace this journey with us and let's together explore the transformative potential of restorative justice in our communities.

Learn more about Dominic's work: https://www.restorativecircles.org/
Contact Dominic: contatodominic@gmail.com