Conflict resolution

Restorative justice

EAR is made up of conversations between people. Our work is about relationships. Disagreement and some level of conflict are part of any cooperative environment. We ask all EAR participants to recognize these guidelines for resolving serious conflict.

1. Contemplate conflict

Take time to process if you feel confused, overwhelmed, or agitated.
Consider uncertainties or possible misunderstandings, including different cultural and life experiences.
Review relevant policy documents or guides.

If you’ve considered the experience and decide it may be harassment or abuse, please consult our personal conduct policy.

2. Invite conversation

If you’re unable to resolve a conflict, invite conversation. The sooner the better!

If you feel able and safe to, directly discuss your concerns with the person you are in conflict with
Otherwise, see Conflict resolution support

3. Develop a plan

Foster inclusive dialogue by sharing ideas, asking clarifying questions, and responding to others’ ideas. Identify wants and needs. Make offers and requests.
Develop points of agreement to facilitate progress.
Propose plans to treat conflict in a mutually satisfactory way.
Follow up later to discuss progress.

Conflict resolution support

Again, if you’re unsure how to proceed, feel unsafe, or are experiencing harassment or abuse, please consult our personal conduct policy. If you currently feel unsafe in EAR’s communication channels, please email [].

Personal conduct
Decisions