The science of relationships and community.
All humans are hardwired to connect. Just as we need food, shelter and clothing, human beings also need strong and meaningful relationships to thrive.
Restorative practices is a field within the social sciences that studies how to strengthen relationships between individuals as well as social connections within communities.
Though newer to the social sciences, restorative practices has deep roots within indigenous communities throughout the world.
The IIRP Graduate School is devoted to scholarship and research, graduate education, professional development, world conferences and innovative civil society projects around the world.
