The State Bar of Michigan’s American Indian Law Section and the Alternative Dispute Resolution Section's Diversity and Inclusion Action Team are pleased to offer an event about Peacemaking Circles, a time-tested model for healing relationships and keeping them healthy. The American Indian Law and ADR Section’s Peacemaking Virtual Luncheon will take place Wednesday, April 17, from noon to 1:30 p.m. via Zoom.
Based on indigenous teaching, the Circle process builds an intentionally safe space to discuss conflict resolution and is a concept that can be appreciated by many alternative dispute practitioners.
This event is Part 1 of a two part series. Part 1 will cover the history and the origins of peacemaking circles, the ground rules, and the process for peace makers. Part 2 will be a hybrid event (virtual and in person), to be scheduled at a later date in the fall, and will include an actual peacemaking circle demonstration in which in person participants will have the opportunity to participate in the circle. The demonstration will be conducted by highly accomplished Native American circle keepers and other peace makers.
Moderating the event will be Stacey L. Rock (American Indian Law Section chairwoman). Rock is employed with the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians as the associate general counsel. She is a graduate of Cooley Law School where she interned for the Innocence Project. She is also a certified mediator and has extensive experience in the development and utilization of peacemaking programs. She is a proud citizen of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians.
Facilitators for the event include:
• Jason Wesaw is Potawatomi (Turtle Clan) and is the peacemaking coordinator for the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi. He believes strongly in utilizing traditional culture to help the community heal, grow, and maintain healthy relationships. The journey of learning has helped him to understand how Circles can be utilized to restore balance in society at large, one small case at a time.
• JoAnne Cook is an appellate court judge at the Little Traverse Bay Band of Odawa Indians. Cook, a member of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa/Chippewa Indians, is from Peshawbestown, Michigan. Her previous professional experience includes one term on Tribal Council (2012-2016) and with Tribal Courts as a Tribal Court Judge for two tribal communities (1994-2011). Cook currently serves on the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa/Chippewa Indians Appellate Court as chief appellate judge. She received her Business Administration degree from Ferris State University and a law degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Law. Cook was involved in the organization and development of two alternative courts: Peacemaking and Healing to Wellness Court (Drug Court).
To register for the Peacemaking Virtual Luncheon, visit https://connect.michbar.org/adr/home.
Based on indigenous teaching, the Circle process builds an intentionally safe space to discuss conflict resolution and is a concept that can be appreciated by many alternative dispute practitioners.
This event is Part 1 of a two part series. Part 1 will cover the history and the origins of peacemaking circles, the ground rules, and the process for peace makers. Part 2 will be a hybrid event (virtual and in person), to be scheduled at a later date in the fall, and will include an actual peacemaking circle demonstration in which in person participants will have the opportunity to participate in the circle. The demonstration will be conducted by highly accomplished Native American circle keepers and other peace makers.
Moderating the event will be Stacey L. Rock (American Indian Law Section chairwoman). Rock is employed with the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians as the associate general counsel. She is a graduate of Cooley Law School where she interned for the Innocence Project. She is also a certified mediator and has extensive experience in the development and utilization of peacemaking programs. She is a proud citizen of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians.
Facilitators for the event include:
• Jason Wesaw is Potawatomi (Turtle Clan) and is the peacemaking coordinator for the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi. He believes strongly in utilizing traditional culture to help the community heal, grow, and maintain healthy relationships. The journey of learning has helped him to understand how Circles can be utilized to restore balance in society at large, one small case at a time.
• JoAnne Cook is an appellate court judge at the Little Traverse Bay Band of Odawa Indians. Cook, a member of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa/Chippewa Indians, is from Peshawbestown, Michigan. Her previous professional experience includes one term on Tribal Council (2012-2016) and with Tribal Courts as a Tribal Court Judge for two tribal communities (1994-2011). Cook currently serves on the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa/Chippewa Indians Appellate Court as chief appellate judge. She received her Business Administration degree from Ferris State University and a law degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Law. Cook was involved in the organization and development of two alternative courts: Peacemaking and Healing to Wellness Court (Drug Court).
To register for the Peacemaking Virtual Luncheon, visit https://connect.michbar.org/adr/home.
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