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About us

Our Foundation

From Justice Impacted to Community Builder

ManUcan Consulting was founded on the deep belief that healing is possible and agency can be restored. We create a safe space for those who have been harmed by crime to step out of isolation, reclaim their personal power, and increase their sense of community. Our approach is rooted in Restorative Practices—an age-old communal agreement to deal with conflict and repair harm—not just after a crime occurs, but to strengthen communal bonds proactively. We believe in repairing harm, restoring personal values, and building together.

Manu Lewis is a highly accomplished and deeply impactful professional with over 15 years of experience in community development, restorative justice, and program leadership. As a skilled Restorative Justice Circle Keeper and Lifestyle Recovery Coach, Manu draws on both extensive professional training and a profound personal journey as a justice-impacted individual (a "11-time convicted felon turned into a lifestyle recovery coach"). This unique perspective allows ManUcan to offer authentic, practical, and highly effective strategies for systemic change. Key Expertise & Commitments: •    Skilled Facilitator & Expert Collaborator •    Community Safety Strategist •    Curriculum and Program Development •    Commitment to Lifestyle Recovery (Abstinence, Health, Purpose, and Support)
Our Services: Tools for Healing and Transformation

ManUcan Consulting offers tailored services to support individuals, non-profits, and communities in creating cultures of safety, accountability, and well-being.

Restorative Justice & Practices Facilitation •    Description: Utilizing the principles of restorative practices, we facilitate circles and mediations to repair harm, restore relationships, and build proactive communal agreements. This service is crucial for organizations and communities seeking a cultural shift away from purely punitive measures. •    Focus Areas: Conflict resolution, pre- and post-harm circles, dialogue facilitation.
Lifestyle Recovery Coaching & Mentorship •    Description: We provide personalized, trauma-informed coaching focused on the key components of a sustainable recovery lifestyle: physical health, mental well-being, healthy relationships, and finding purpose. Our goal is to empower individuals with the tools to maintain abstinence and build a fulfilling life. •    Focus Areas: Goal setting, self-reflection, accountability, stress management.

Community Safety & Strategy Consulting •    Description: We partner with non-profits, government agencies, and neighborhood groups to develop customized community safety strategies. We leverage deep expertise in gang and affiliate resource support and effective community engagement to create safer, more equitable environments. •    Focus Areas: Program development, community organizing, building police-community support.