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title: "Community Connections Restorative Justice Program - Center for Nonviolent Communication"
description: "Cindy Bigbie shares insights on blending NVC with restorative justice in the Community Connections Program, aiming to heal trauma among youth. By promoting empathy, understanding, and trust, she demonstrates the program's success in fostering positive changes and building compassionate communities."
url: "https://www.cnvc.org/video-library/community-connections-restorative-justice-program"
date: "2026-09-19T11:03:24+00:00"
language: "en-US"
---

#  Community Connections Restorative Justice Program

**Cindy Bigbie** - Length: 1h:24m - English

**Topic Areas:** Social Change

 Cindy Bigbie discusses her journey with the Community Connections Restorative Justice Program, emphasizing the integration of Nonviolent Communication and restorative justice to address trauma and promote safety, connection, and healing among youth. By fostering environments of empathy, understanding, and non-judgment, the program aims to rebuild trust, encourage positive behavioral changes, and cultivate a sense of community. Through personal stories and program outcomes, Bigbie highlights the transformative power of empathy and NVC in overcoming adversity and building stronger, more compassionate communities.