News Harvard EdCast: Seeking Peace Posted June 6, 2012 By Matt Weber Restorative justice is an approach that focuses on the needs of the victims and communities affected by violent crime, and their journey to healing. One of Boston's most tireless advocates for this approach is Janet Connors, a woman who worked for years in violence prevention programs in the Boston neighborhood of Dorchester only to see her son killed by an act of violence in 2001.In this edition of the Harvard EdCast, Connors reflects on the unique philosophy of restorative justice and examines how it can bring peace into difficult situations.About the Harvard EdCast The Harvard EdCast is a weekly series of podcasts, available on the Harvard University iTunes U page, that features a 15-20 minute conversation with thought leaders in the field of education from across the country and around the world. Hosted by Matt Weber, the Harvard EdCast is a space for educational discourse and openness, focusing on the myriad issues and current events related to the field. News The latest research, perspectives, and highlights from the Harvard Graduate School of Education Explore All Articles Related Articles Usable Knowledge Combatting Anti-Asian Racism Equipping educators with restorative justice techniques to upend discrimination and stereotype Usable Knowledge Resiliency After Violence: After Uvalde In the wake of the latest school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, a look again at ideas for supporting and strengthening your family and school communities Ed. Magazine To Whom it May Concern: All of Us One teacher reflects on how school shootings reverberate