Lorenn Walker

In 2004 Insoo Kim Berg helped me develop a solution-focused and restorative transition planning circle process for incarcerated individuals who meet with loved ones, which we train others how to use. I also developed a foster youth transition planning circle around 2002.

In her practice, Lorenn has been associated with Prisons, courts, schools, diversion from law enforcement, child & family welfare agencies, people harmed by wrongdoing and social injustice, those who have harmed others along with the famlies and loved ones of all affected.

Areas of Interest and Service

Design engaging programs, provided facilitation, convene circles, record circles, evaluate outcomes, coaching and training.

Bio

Lorenn Walker, JD, MPH, is a public health educator and restorative lawyer who uses solution-focused approaches to develop and provide group processes including circles. She collaborates with schools, prisons, courts, law enforcement, NGOs and individuals to address injustice. She directs Hawaii Friends of Restorative Justice and is a professor of practice, University of Hawaii Public Policy Center. She has authored over 60 publications and trained thousands worldwide. She has facilitated hundreds of circles and restorative meetings including for CNN and the Oprah Winfrey Network. She is a Senior Fulbright Specialist for peacemaking. She has a personal interest in helping disenfranchised and marginalized populations.