Community Development Specialist

Manucan Consulting employs a multifaceted approach to community development, emphasizing restorative practices and individual empowerment. Here’s a breakdown of their strategies:

• Restorative Practices as a Foundation:
  • Manucan Consulting utilizes restorative practices as a core tool for community building. This involves facilitating dialogues and circles to address harm, repair relationships, and foster a sense of belonging. 
  • They focus on creating spaces where individuals can share their experiences, needs, and perspectives, promoting understanding and empathy.
• Focus on Justice-Impacted Communities:
  • A significant focus is supporting individuals impacted by the justice system, facilitating their community reintegration.
  • They aim to reduce recidivism by addressing the root causes of harm and providing tools for positive change.
• Holistic Approach:
  • Manucan Consulting blends restorative practices with lifestyle recovery principles, addressing the holistic needs of individuals.
  • This includes promoting personal growth, developing life skills, and fostering emotional well-being.
• Training and Education:
  • They provide training and workshops on restorative practices, empowering community members to utilize these tools effectively.
  • They also develop tailored curricula to meet the specific needs of organizations and communities.
• Community Building Through Diverse Strategies:
  • Facilitating healing circles, especially those geared toward specific demographics, like the “Black Man Breathe Healing Circles,” creates safe spaces for healing.
  • They provide professional training, including leadership development, communication skills, and conflict resolution.
  • They provide social development workshops on relationship building, networking, and community engagement.