🌿 VTC Member Selection Procedure for Restorative Justice Circles 🌿

🌱 Introduction

Welcome to the VTC Member Selection Procedure Manual specifically designed for Restorative Justice Circles. This guide outlines the process by which Virtual Tribal Council (VTC) Members are selected for participation in each Restorative Justice Circle. This manual is your resource for understanding the unbiased, transparent, and ethical process of VTC Member selection. Hashtag: #VTCCircleMemberSelection

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🌳 Eligibility Criteria 🌳

👥 Member Pool

All VTC Members who have completed the required training and have no conflict of interest related to a specific case are eligible to be part of the selection pool.

✅ Training Completion

To be eligible, Council Members must have completed training on Restorative Justice principles, active listening, and ethical guidelines. Hashtag: #MemberEligibility

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🌼 Selection Process 🌼

🎲 Random Selection

A random selection process is utilized to choose Members for each case. This may involve using software or drawing names, ensuring impartiality.

👩‍⚖️ Panel Formation

A panel consisting of a set number of Council Members is formed for each case. The number can vary based on the complexity of the case. Hashtag: #SelectionProcess

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🌸 Conflict of Interest Checks 🌸

🔍 Initial Screening

Once selected, Members undergo a further check to identify any potential conflicts of interest with the parties involved in the case.

🤚 Voluntary Recusal

Members have the responsibility to voluntarily step back if they identify any conflicts of interest that were missed during the initial screening. Hashtag: #ConflictOfInterestCheck

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🌺 Notification & Confirmation 🌺

📩 Notification

Selected Members are notified via email or another secure communication channel about their selection.

✔️ Member Confirmation

Members are required to confirm their availability and commitment to impartiality within a set time frame. Hashtag: #MemberNotification

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🌻 Preparation 🌻

📚 Case Review

Selected Members are provided case materials in advance and are expected to review them thoroughly before the circle.

🤝 Preliminary Meeting

A preliminary meeting may be held for Members to discuss logistics, circle protocols, and any questions they may have. Hashtag: #PreCirclePreparation

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🍂 Feedback Loop 🍂

🗒️ After-Action Review

Post-circle, Members are encouraged to provide feedback on the selection and circle process for continuous improvement.

🔄 Record-Keeping

All actions taken during the selection process are documented for accountability and future reference. Hashtag: #FeedbackLoop

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By adhering to this procedure, we ensure a selection process that is unbiased, ethical, and transparent, aligning with the principles of Restorative Justice. This ensures a harmonious and effective Restorative Circle experience for all participants. 🌳🌟 Hashtag: #VTCCircleMemberSelectionCompleteProcedure