Agenda Package - City of Vernon

When I f,rrst had to come, I was nervous and wanted to back out. Now that I see it was
worth doing, and that both parties will lest easier from it. For a suggestion I would have
both parties say what happened. Sometimes the stories don't match up. I - See box belolv
Left with a strange feeling, still have some reservations-wished I could have been more
prepared with my answers-a lot of "after thoughts" & maybe some things I wanted to say' 2
Participants should know the questions they will be asked ahead of time. 3
Once again, very worthwhile & rewarding.
Good discussion & suggestions were brought out. Hopefully the impact heard has an effect
on the person who caused harm.
The Program Coordinator was very concerned about these comments that were on the Post
Conference Evaluation which were all left by the person harmed (PH) and their guardians'
Evaluations are nornally reviewed aftel everyone has left the Conference and discussed with the
RJ Team and a plan of action is determine, when necessary.
1. However, at the end of this Conference the PH raised the concem about the differences
between the stories and an additional meeting facilitated -immediately- with the PH and
PWCH to address the differences. Both were satisfied with the outcome of the meeting.
2. & 3. The Coordinator also followed up with the guardians and reviewed the preconference
interview process, how the questions were covered and it was suggested that a
sheet be developed to be able to take the questions home for further review and
preparation. The RJ Team will also be brought together to discuss this fuither.
See "Appendix *B" for the CJF Protocols & Questions for Participants
Repairing harm connecls individuals and builds conunttnilies
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