The Los Angeles Institute for Restorative Practices
The Los Angeles Institute for Restorative Practices (LAIRP) is an organization dedicated to promoting and implementing restorative practices in schools, communities, and organizations. These practices are designed to build relationships, foster a sense of belonging, and address conflicts or harm through dialogue and mutual understanding. Fostering more supportive and sustainable environments in both educational and community settings allows those in the organization to thrive.
LAIRP's Four Tier System
The Los Angeles Institute for Restorative Practices (LAIRP) outlines a four-tier model to help schools build restorative, relationship-centered cultures. Tier I, Building, focuses on creating psychological safety and trust. Tier II, Connecting, deepens this foundation by fostering participation and shared purpose. Tier III, Relating, emphasizes authentic relationships, empathy, and restorative responses to conflict. Finally, Tier IV, Transforming, embeds these practices into leadership and decision-making for lasting cultural change. Each tier builds on the last, guiding schools toward meaningful, systemic transformation through right-brain restorative practices.
