We offer Houston’s only cohort‑based restorative justice apprenticeship, a training that equips adults (18+) to facilitate circles that directly engage questions of power, identity, and equity. Throughout the seven‑session, 22‑hour apprenticeship, participants practice somatic self‑regulation techniques to stay grounded while navigating conflict. After completing the cohort, graduates receive ongoing coaching as they begin facilitating community‑building circles in their workplaces, homes, and neighborhoods—building a growing network of skilled community peacemakers.

The Peace & Justice Summer Fellowship is a weeklong, 20‑hour leadership experience for Houston youth in grades 7–10 (NOTE: THIS IS FOR RISING 7TH-10TH GRADERS - MEANING YOU WILL BE IN THOSE GRADES IN THE FALL). Fellows train in building community through circles, repairing conflict, communicating effectively, and advocating for themselves and their communities.

Each participant writes and facilitates a community circle to earn their Apprenticeship Certificate. Only 10 students are selected, and all applicants complete a group Zoom interview with a parent or guardian.

Our Conflict Resolution Training, Restorative Conversations for Conflict Transformation, supports teams in navigating conflict with clarity, empathy, and restorative values. Participants explore the core principles of restorative justice, examine different conflict styles, and practice communication strategies that strengthen accountability and connection. The training also incorporates movement‑based reflection to help staff notice how their bodies respond under stress and deepen self‑awareness in moments of tension.

Through interactive role plays and real‑world scenarios, the learning comes to life in ways that build confidence and practical skill.

Fusion Houston and Restorative Houston sponsored two cohorts of our semester-long leadership training for girls of color. This program, called The Sisterhood Circle Fellowship, trained the students for four sessions in how to build community in a circle, repair conflicts, communicate effectively, and advocate for self and community. Students gained leadership skills based on a  “RJ Girls Leadership Program” evaluated by Georgetown University and co-written by Restorative Houston’s Executive Director, Anita Wadhwa. The curriculum covered the roots of restorative justice, identifying and addressing oppression, public speaking, self-care and mindfulness.Stay connected for future program announcements as opportunities develop.

For Educators Only: We’ll dig into what authentic youth partnership looks like in schools—through movement, reflection, writing, and dialogue—so young people most impacted by disciplinary disproportionalities can shape the practices meant for them.