Anna Haanstra is a conflict mediator trained through Dialogue for Peaceful Change; as well as a facilitator of restorative conferences through Community Justice Society (CJS) and the International Institute of Restorative Practices. Anna is also licensed by CJS to train new volunteers on restorative conferencing for youth involved with the law and those affected by their actions. Anna has worked on community development initiatives in Canada, Peru and Tanzania. She has facilitated programs and services related to diversity, youth leadership and social justice as well as strategic planning, team building and planning processes. Anna has worked as both frontline and management for a variety of community and government organizations and currently is the South Shore Regional Physical Activity Coordinator for the Department of Health and Wellness. anna@emerge-international.com
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