Restorative Circles to Address Racism

As Burnaby becomes even more diverse, our workplaces need new tools and resources to promote inclusion and belonging. A recent survey from Harvard Business Review found that traditional approaches to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) are not delivering the expected results. There is a disconnect between how HR practitioners view the effectiveness of these approaches and the employees' experience.

Restorative Practices are based on core values of building trust and relationships and have proved effective in nurturing a sense of belonging.

Benefits of Restorative Circles:

Strengthen relationships

Inclusive and Participatory

Increase employee engagement

Improving employee retention

How the Project Works:

Step 1

Employer Joins as Partner

Step 2

Inform Staff about Project

Step 3

Facilitators offer Circles in Workplace

Burnaby intercultural Planning Table & Burnaby Together - Coalition Against Racism and Hate, hosted by Burnaby Family Life, received funding from the Province of BC to support Burnaby businesses to address racism in the workplace and reduce conflict through restorative practices. Through this project, facilitators address racism emphasizing healing, growth, and the development of stronger relationships.