The Little Book of Circle Processes

Circles - from ancestors gathered around a fire in a circle, families gathered around their kitchen tables in circles to community circles solving problems - this peacemaking practice draws on the ancient Native American tradition of a talking piece and combines that with concepts of democracy and inclusivity. Used in neighborhoods to provide support for those harmed by crime and to decide sentences for those who commit crime, in schools to create positive classroom climate and resolve behavior problems, as well as in the workplace and social services, this is the process outlined in a concise, clear booklet.