Welcome to Restorative Community Partners!
Restorative Community Partners, where healing begins and resilience grows. Find your center in a space that celebrates community and renewal. We are a transformative justice-centered organization dedicated to empowering communities and individuals through personal and professional development. Try us for yourself and see how we create intentional spaces for reflection, healing, growth and transformation.
Our Services
Restorative Practice Bootcamps and Services
Discover tools to repair and strengthen relationships through meaningful dialogue and collaboration. Our workshops focus on creating a safe space for individuals and groups to address conflicts, rebuild trust, and foster understanding. Perfect for schools, organizations, and communities seeking to nurture connection and accountability.
Self-Actualization Retreats
Reconnect with your inner peace through guided meditation and mindfulness practices designed to reduce stress and enhance well-being. These sessions provide practical strategies to ground yourself, improve focus, and cultivate a sense of balance in everyday life. Experience calm and clarity, no matter the chaos around you.
Workplace Climate Audits for Organizations
Empower your organization with actionable insights through our comprehensive Workplace Climate Audits. We identify barriers, recommend strategies, and support the development of welcome, safe and inclusive work environments. Together, we’ll help your team build thriving spaces where everyone feels valued and supported.
Managing Dynamics of Difference
Enhance your communication and relationship building skills with professional learning experiences tailored to embrace cultural responsiveness. Our training sessions provide tools and frameworks to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in meaningful and sustainable ways. Foster a culture of learning, communication, collaboration, and transformation in your personal and professional life.
What our clients are saying
“Thank you for being interactive and not shaming me for being white (seriously). I feel I gained an understanding of how this topic is viewed from many different perspectives and I feel this applies not only to our work in this organization but in my personal life too. Thank you for educating me a little more.”
-Rebecca Ware.
“ I have enjoyed your professional development presentations thus far this year! You and your team have put together the best equity professional development that I have ever participated in. I feel like I am learning more about myself. I leave each session wanting to learn more and always look forward to your next presentation.”
-Stacey S.
“Each time I hear Laura talk, I am reminded to consciously reshape my own attitudes and to be more aware of how I treat people and how I represent them in my speech, actions, and written words.“
-Ramona T.
“Wow! Excellent presentation. By far, it was the most useful “training” we’ve had. Thank you for your courage and candor in putting it together and challenging us all to be better. This was also better than any of the implicit bias training we had.”
– Ken W.
“Restorative Community Partners transformed the way our organization approaches equity to improve the learning experiences for all students. We couldn’t be more grateful.”
― Anthony B.
“Laura’s mindfulness sessions were life-changing. I’ve never felt more aligned and empowered. We were in community with others, shared stories, meditated, and had meaningful reflections about self-care.”
― Megan, C.
About Us
I am a proud Chicago native now residing in North Liberty, IA. With 21 years of experience in education, including nine years in administration, I have dedicated the past nine years to serving as an educational administrator in Iowa. Recently, I expanded my professional journey as the founder and CEO of Restorative Community Partners, LLC, a strategic planning and consulting firm.
Through this work, I have had the privilege of collaborating with nonprofits, city offices, organizations, and school districts across Eastern Iowa and the Greater Chicagoland Area. There is nothing more fulfilling to me than bringing happiness to others and inspiring them to pursue their dreams.
Our Promise
Mission
Empowering communities and individuals through restorative practices, mindfulness, and equity-driven solutions.
Vision
An inclusive space where healing takes center stage to build resilience and create thriving and connected communities.
Beliefs
Every organization has the capacity to grow, heal, and foster equity through intentional and compassionate action.
Curious to Learn More?
Are you ready to explore how restorative practices, mindfulness, and equity-driven strategies can transform your personal journey or organization?
During your free informational session, we’ll discuss your unique goals and challenges, share insights into our services, and collaborate on personalized solutions to support your healing and growth. Whether you’re seeking tools for conflict resolution, mindful leadership, or creating equitable spaces, we’re excited to partner with you on this journey.
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