LAIRP Blog

Why You Can’t Afford to Miss TNARC 2025!
Post by Dr. Will Pulgarin

Why You Can’t Afford to Miss TNARC 2025!

Conferences are more than just professional gatherings - they are opportunities to be inspired, connect with like-minded change-makers, and elevate your impact in your school or organization. About a ...

The Power and Role of Positive Relationships in Restorative Practices
Post by Dr. Will Pulgarin

The Power and Role of Positive Relationships in Restorative Practices

Relationships are the foundation of restorative practices. As Smith et al. (2015) emphasize, “Whereas traditional discipline focuses on the violation of rules, restorative practices focus on the viola...

Breaking the Cycle of Silence: Healing Intergenerational Immigration Trauma in Our Families
Post by Dr. Daisy Gomez

Breaking the Cycle of Silence: Healing Intergenerational Immigration Trauma in Our Families

As a first-generation Chicana and restorative practitioner, I have witnessed the deep scars that intergenerational immigration trauma can leave on our families. Many of us within these communities car...

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