Join us for the 2025 IIRP World Conference,
Artful Integration: Exploring the Art and Science of Restorative Practices
Presented in partnership with STARS Nashville, the conference will be held at the
Chattanooga Convention Center in Chattanooga, TN, USA
October 19-22, 2025
The sustained use of restorative practices has been proven to improve culture and climate in schools and workplaces, increasing productivity, satisfaction, and a sense of belonging.
Join us as we convene a global pool of restorative practices practitioners from the fields of education, higher education, criminal justice, healthcare, community engagement, social services, government, non-governmental organizations, and more as we engage with new concepts and proven methods for the essential work of strengthening communities and social bonds. You’re invited to experience influential keynote speakers, panel discussions, and compelling engagement sessions with expert restorative practitioners.
The art and science of restorative practices focuses on the creative implementation of methodologies and concepts from the field. From the utilization of art mediums, music, theater, and spoken word to help strengthen bonds to examples of unique practical application strategies, participants will leave this conference inspired to take these concepts and apply them in their school, workplace, and community.
Backed by pedagogy, research, and lived-experiences, sessions encapsulate the creative and curious spirit required to inspire change and build connections that transform relationships, increasing well-being, belonging, and a sense of safety among people.
Listen as leaders and emerging leaders from across the globe discuss how they discovered ways to apply restorative practices to their unique contexts, tapping into their creativity and reflecting on the needs of their stakeholders. Join us and engage with fellow practitioners and make new connections that will transcend the conference space.
Registration is now open.
Early Bird: $475 | Presenters & Group Rate: $445 | Day Rate: $345
IIRP Graduate School Alumni/Current Student Rates:
Full Conference: $415 | Day Rate: $258
Who Should Attend?
This conference is built for the following areas:
Keynote Speakers
Dr. Clair Aldington
Co-Founder, Space2face
Carlos Alvarez
Founder & President, Los Angeles Institute for Right Brain Practices and Research (LAIRP)
Deron Bell
Creator, My Music Ed App
Kiyaana Cox Jones, M.S.
Lecturer, IIRP Graduate School
Joseph Eduardo Iacona, M.S., B.F.A.
Director of the Mural Arts Institute, Mural Arts Philadelphia
Dr. Douglas Judge
Associate Professor, IIRP Graduate School
Glenn North
Director of Inclusive Learning and Creative Impact, Kansas City Museum
Dr. Lindsey Pointer
Assistant Professor, Principal Investigator, & Author, Vermont Law and Graduate School & National Center on Restorative Justice
Gilbert Salazar
Lecturer & Author, College Corps Program
Deanna Van Buren
Co-founder & Executive Director, Designing Justice + Designing Spaces
Dr. Gema Varona
Victimology and Criminal Policy Prof. President of the World Society of Victimology, University of the Basque Country
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Did you know you can apply your conference experience toward graduate credit?
Participation in this conference can be applied toward the blended graduate course RP 541 IIRP World Conference. Delve deeper into the timely topics discussed at the conference. You will actively evaluate and critique presentations using restorative practices principles.
Anyone is eligible to take the RP 541 graduate course as long as they have attended the conference and have earned a U.S. bachelor’s degree or its international equivalent. Educations earned outside of the U.S. must be evaluated by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) to determine whether the student meets the educational requirements.
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