Peace Circle use in Large Scale Community Conflict

Dr. Jack B. HamlinMs. Justine Darling

San Diego Restorative Justice Mediation Program

Peace Circle Facilitator Checklist

Have everyone introduce themselves.Read the rules once more, and ask for questions.Have everyone (including you) sign the rules.Explain when the talking piece is passed to the

participant, he or she has three options:Speak about the issues presented in the question;Sit quietly and hold the talking piece to reflect upon what

has been said; orSimply pass the piece to the next participant.

Explain each participant may share as much or as little as he or she desires, but in deference to the other participants, please keep sharing to three minutes.

Peace Circle Facilitator Checklist

Take a moment for everyone to quietly focus on the task at hand.

Pose the first question…and give your input, as an example.

After the talking piece has gone around one time, ask if anyone would like to comment on what has been said. If so, pass the talking piece to that participant.

Take a moment to very briefly summarize points made, then pose second question following the same procedure.

At conclusion of all the questions, another moment of silent reflection.

Peace Circle RulesI agree the facilitators are in full control of the Peace Circle. I agree to speak the truth. I agree only one person may speak at a time, and I will not interrupt. I agree to listen to those who are speaking, and if necessary, to summarize accurately

what another has said. I agree to speak respectfully to all during the Peace Circle. I will not use threats, profane language or obscenities during the Peace Circle. I have come to the circle to engage in solutions. Signature of participants__________________________ __________________________________________________ ________________________

Forum QuestionsRound One

Name two things you love about Ocean Beach?

Name two things which have drawn you to Ocean Beach whether you are a business owner or resident?

Name two things you find negative about Ocean Beach?Describe the kind of community you desire Ocean

Beach to be?

What is in the way of making Ocean Beach the kind of community you desire?

Forum QuestionsRound Two

What resources do we have to make Ocean Beach the kind of community you desire?

What resources do we need to make Ocean Beach the kind of community you desire?

How do we address the threat to peace in our community this summer and beyond?