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news Page 2 Page 7 news Sheryl R Wilson, KIPCOR Director ~ By Melanie Zeucher Continued from page 1 Donating to KIPCOR online is REALLY easy, and REALLY SECURE. Association for Community and Restora- educator in the Teen Parenting Program “I am very enthusiastic about the STEP 1: Go to the KIPCOR website at www.kipcor.org. tive Justice and has served on the board in the Montgomery (Alabama) Public future of KIPCOR,” said Bethel Vice STEP 2: Click on “Get Involved” in the ribbon at the top, and then on “Donate/Volunteer” of the Victim Offender Mediation Associ- Schools. President for Academic Affairs Robert STEP 3: Read the information on the Donate page; pay particular attention to “Donation Instructions” ation, an international professional or- She also has a long history of com- Milliman. “We have benefited for years ganization. munity involvement. Since moving to from the wise direction of Gary Flory. STEP 4: Click on the “Donate Online Today!” button. Building on his legacy, while exploring Wilson has been special projects North Carolina, she has been a volun- STEP 5: Fill out all of the information required. At the bottom, just before entering your credit card data, is the “Gift Destination” se- new avenues of work, Sheryl Wilson will coordinator at the Georgia Council for teer mediator with the Juvenile Justice lection. The box says “Select One” and has a downward facing arrow at the right. Click anywhere in this box, and a box will appear bring expertise, experience, profession- Restorative Justice at Georgia State Project at Campbell Law School in Ra- with choices. Click on “Other”. When you do that, a second box will appear. In that box, type the word KIPCOR. Fill out your credit alism, and enthusiasm to lead the work University, Atlanta, where she was re- leigh, and currently is a teacher and fa- card information, and click on “Submit Form.” That’s all there is to it! sponsible for community outreach, train- cilitator in the Racial Reconciliation Min- of KIPCOR’s excellent staff to the next STEP 6: (Optional) If it’s not too much trouble, let Doug ([email protected] or 316-284-5217) or Sheryl ([email protected]) ing, and raising awareness of restorative istry of Cole Mill Road Church of Christ level.” in the KIPCOR office know that you’ve made an online donation so we can watch for the receipt from the development office, and give justice initiatives in the state; as execu- in Durham. “I am thrilled that she will be joining you a proper THANK YOU!!! tive director of Southern Truth and Rec- us. She possesses the attributes and “I am honored to be stepping into Thanks for your continued support! onciliation (STAR) in Atlanta, with a mis- this role and I very much look forward to talents needed to help the joint efforts of sion to collaborate with communities to being of service to the Bethel communi- KIPCOR and the college in promoting adapt the “truth and reconciliation” pro- ty,” Wilson said. “I feel that my life’s needed strategies for achieving peace cess in response to racism and restora- work has prepared me for this moment.” and the resolution of conflict in Kansas 2017-2018 Film Series tive justice; and as a certified parent and beyond.” 10 Questions for Sheryl R Wilson, KIPCOR’s New Director Kansas premiere kicks off 2017-18 KIPCOR film series
As a way of getting to know KIP- made for a wonderful night and we days -- As the years have passed, I If you enjoy independent, thought-provoking films that stimulate discussion about rele- COR’s new Director, Sheryl Wilson, witnessed an absolutely flawless per- have found that although the main vant social issues, then you are probably already familiar with KIPCOR’s long-running we asked her the following questions: formance. entrée changes based on the occa- film series.
1. What’s the best concert you ever attend- 2. Where’s your favorite place in the world? sion, the sides remain the same at the The 2017-18 series debuted on Sunday, Novem- ed? Near bodies of water, beaches, request of my sons: macaroni and ber 12 on the Bethel College campus with the Sade, Soldier of Love tour 2011 -- cheese, biscuits, and collard greens. Kansas premiere of the film, Healing Justice. lakes, or rivers -- I grew up in Florida, The documentary, produced by the non-profit I have been a fan since the very first so having the ocean nearby was 5. Who is your least favorite superhero? social justice organization World Trust Education- album was released. When I found something I took for granted. For Aquaman – At the chagrin of my al Services, explores the causes and conse- out about the tour, I mentally planned quences of our justice system. It was created to spur conversations that address the many years, I lived a few blocks away husband, I just don’t love him as much racism embedded in our punitive legal system, and the so-called “youth-to-prison pipe- to go when it came to the city where I from the Mississippi River in the Twin as the others. Go figure, I love the line.” Healing Justice also illustrates the transformative power of Restorative Justice as an alternative to traditional forms of was living at the time. However, I Cities. I would walk around the river water, but Aquaman, not so much! punishment. ended up being too busy to go. When bank areas and drive up and down the Maybe I’ll change my mind after the The November film also served as part of the launch event for the Kansas Restorative Schools Network. Leaders of KIPCOR’s I spoke to my best friend about it, we river road often. Being in the presence upcoming movie on Aquaman is re- Restorative Schools Initiative were on hand to answer questions and provide additional insight following the film screening. made a plan for us to go to attend in of a body of water seems to be part of leased. In all of the contexts that I’ve Restorative practices, whether used in schools, prisons, or other settings, are a way to hold offenders accountable for their actions, while also promoting healing for the victim and the entire impacted community. Minneapolis, my former hometown, my problem-solving process. I often seen Aquaman, he has been out-
where my pray and meditate in those settings. shined by his counterparts. If you already have your 2018 calendar, be sure to reserve Sunday, Janu- friend still 3. What’s the coolest thing that you’re 6. What is your superpower? ary 14 and Sunday, March 4 as the film series continues. The screenings lives. She working on now? will begin at 3:00 p.m. both days inside the Luyken Fine Arts Center. In my family I am the finder of lost purchased I am working on a project that things -- I am often summoned by On January 14, KIPCOR will screen the film, Awake: A Dream from Stand- us 6th row seeks to reimagine justice -- I am hon- them when things are misplaced in ing Rock, which captures the story of Native-led defiance in opposition to the Dakota Access Pipeline – a struggle that forever changed the fight for tickets. ored to be a part of a group of restora- our household. Although by now, I clean water, our environment, and the future of our planet. Co-director With the tive justice practitioners who are con- think I am summoned after only half- Myron Dewey, whose drone footage made him one of the most important added sidering how language affects the hearted efforts have been made and journalistic voices to come out of the Standing Rock movement, will be on bonus of ways in which we perceive justice. hand to lead the post-film audience discussion. The screening of Awake, a in reality I am just being manipulated. Special Selection at the 2017 Tribeca Film Festival, is a collaboration be- John Leg- The potential outcomes of our process tween KIPCOR and the Mennonite Central Committee – Central States. end as are endless! opening 4. What’s your favorite family tradition? All films shown at 3:00 PM in Krehbiel Auditorium in the Luyken Fine Arts Center. act, it Making meals for different holi- Continued on page 4 Each film is followed by a 20-30 minute Q&A/Discussion period.
Page 6 Page 3 news news KIPCOR to Go Green and Improve Stewardship of Our Limited Resources Happy Anniversary to US! (Continued from Pg. 1) With the Spring 2018 KIPCOR news- printing and mailing costs. If you would As we free ourselves from printing and We have become a nation “dominated every once in a while,” Pitts added, fore your eyes, be sure to mark SUN- letter KIPCOR will be making the transition like to receive the newsletter electronically, mailing limits, we are making plans to pro- by its extremes,” Pitts lamented, una- “see their way clear to compromising DAY, APRIL 22, 2018 on your calen- to an electronic newsletter. If we have and you’re not sure if we have your email vide more regular updates electronically so ble to shed our “straightjackets of ide- on a given issue.” dar. That marks the first day of a four- your email address, we will be sending address, contact the office at that you will know what’s going on at KIP- ology” and to engage in thoughtful day visit by your newsletter to you electronically in- COR. We hope that these new avenues of Pitts also pointed the finger at the contemplation and conversation. As award-winning stead of through the mail. This action will [email protected] information about our work will allow you to news media and the Republican Party evidence of this claim, Pitts pointed, in author, story- save resources, as we stop using so much participate in more of our events. And re- for the current polarization dividing our or call (316) 284-5217 and confirm that we part, to the violent rally by white na- teller, and per- paper and energy to print the newsletter, member, you can follow our activities on country. And while the current state of have a current email address for you. tionalists in Charlottesville, Virginia former Rafe and it will save us money as we avoid Facebook at Facebook.com/KIPCORks. affairs is “frightening,” according to where people proudly displayed their Martin. The Pitts, he added that it “cannot be an “support of ideologies some of us visit by Martin, KIPCOR Calendar excuse to throw up our hands.” Quite thought had been banished to the who has writ- More information & registration is the opposite, Pitts said, “the fact that fringes of American life.” ten more than available at www.kipcor.org/Calendar/ we are in deep trouble is not an ex- 20 books and And how did we get to this point? cuse for surrender but an obligation to tailors his per- January 3-12, 2018 June 5 - 8, 2018 Pitts offered a few answers to that fight.” formances to all ages, will serve as the Practical Skills for Managing Group and Organiza- Summer Institute: Practical Skills for Managing question, one being gerrymandering, Pitts sees signs of people recog- culmination of KIPCOR’s 30th Anniver- tional Conflict interpersonal Conflict where state legislatures draw and re- nizing that obligation to fight. He point- sary celebration. 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 8:30am - 4:30pm draw voting districts to protect incum- Kaufman House 2515 College Ave. Kaufman House 2515 College Ave. ed to “an energy afoot that wasn’t bents. This practice, almost as old as KIPCOR’s Anniversary planning North Newton KS 67117 North Newton KS 67117 there ten years ago.” Whether it’s the
our country, “flips democracy on its committee is still working on a final Black Lives Matter movement or the January 17-26, 2018 June 25, 2018 (and additional meeting dates) head,” according to Pitts, and “instead itinerary for Martin’s visit. However, post-inauguration Women’s March on Culture, Gender, and Power in Conflict Healthy Opportunities for Parenting Effectively of voters choosing their candidates, the tentative plan is for Martin to host a Washington, the columnist and author 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm candidates choose their voters.” What public reception and give his first per- sees a “new generation of activists,” Kaufman House 2515 College Ave. Kaufman House 2515 College Ave. you end up with, said Pitts, is “a Con- formance on the Bethel College cam- North Newton KS 67117 North Newton KS 67117 whom he urged to “agitate and advo- gress full of people elected by voters pus Sunday afternoon. The Kauffman cate for change not simply in the March 5, 2018 (and additional meeting dates) August 14 - 17, 2018 who are hardcore left or hardcore Museum is a co-sponsor of Sunday’s streets, but also in the hearing room, Healthy Opportunities for Parenting Effectively Practical Skills for Managing Interpersonal Con- right.” These gerrymandered districts, events, which will be free and open to the boardroom, the courtroom.” Pitts 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm flict - Health Care Emphasis added the public, and plans to display artwork also pointed to the 2018 mid-term Kaufman House 2515 College Ave. 8:30am - 4:30pm Pitts, re- created by local elementary school elections as “the first opportunity to put North Newton KS 67117 Kaufman House 2515 College Ave. move any students and inspired by Martin’s North Newton KS 67117 the brakes on the runaway insanity of March 12 - April 6 2018 incentive or books. Martin will also be the keynote our politics.” Online Practical Skills for Managing Interpersonal September 24, 2018 (and additional meeting willingness speaker at Bethel College Convocation Conflict - Health Care Emphasis dates) by mem- Following his speech, Pitts an- on Monday, April 23 at 11:00 a.m. Online @ Bethel College Healthy Opportunities for Parenting Effectively bers of swered several audience questions From Monday afternoon through North Newton KS 67117 Congress and also signed copies of his most Wednesday, Martin will perform at var- 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
May 22 - 25, 2018 Kaufman House 2515 College Ave. to compromise, out of fear that they recent books, “Freeman” and “Grant ious elementary schools in the Newton North Newton KS 67117 will be replaced by “someone who Park.” Earlier in the day, by his own area. Practical Skills for Managing Interpersonal Con-
promises to be even more ideologically request, Pitts met with Bethel College flict - Health Care Emphasis December 7, 2018 Martin’s stories and performances, pure.” social work students; and also dined 8:30am - 4:30pm CME/CEU Shorts many of which interweave Native with KIPCOR supporters and other Kaufman House 2515 College Ave. 8:30 am - 4:30 pm By way of solutions, Pitts suggest- American themes, share an empower- North Newton KS 67117 Kaufman House 2515 College Ave. invited guests at the Kaufman House
ed giving the power to draw voting dis- ing vision of language, writing, creativi- North Newton KS 67117 on campus. tricts to the judiciary or other nonparti- ty and imagination. He has appeared Additionally, KIPCOR and the Community Mediation Center offer two classes for divorcing parents each month. We offer the san entity. He remarked that if our at many prestigious festivals and won elected representatives in Washington numerous awards. Both children and Divorce Impact Education class the second Thursday of the month at 5:15 PM in McPherson, and we offer the same class the And the party continues… fourth Tuesday of the month, also at 5:15 PM, in North Newton. were “less worried about ideological adults are sure to enjoy Martin’s per- If you and your family love hearing Contact the Community Mediation Center at (316) 284-5829 or [email protected] for more information on these classes. purity, (they) might have time to work formances, so bring the whole family. on infrastructure, education, health a good story, and watching a perfor- We will be sharing more details as care, or policing.” They “...might even, mance that brings the story to life be- they become available.
news Page 4 Page 5 news The Community Mediation Center takes the Match Game on the Road! Thanks to those of you who have so generously contributed to KIPCOR in response to our October fundraising appeal. With your help, and those of the other supporters, we have already raised Match Game isn’t just a popular TV which dispute resolution service – Me- enduring than ones imposed upon par- nearly $2,500.00 We know that many of you are still making your year-end charity contribu- show. It’s also the way that KIPCOR’s diation, Limited Case Management, or ents by the court. Another telling sta- Community Mediation Center (CMC) Brief Focused Assessment – is the tistic is that the number of cases re- tions, and we feel that our $10,000 goal is well within reach. Remember, to count as a donation in does business in serving divorcing and most appropriate “match.” CMC main- turned to the court for follow-up has 2017, your donation envelope must be postmarked, your electronic donation must be received, or separating parents in Harvey and tains a panel of dispute resolution spe- been cut in half since the Triage Pro- your check must be in KIPCOR’s office by the end of the day on December 31. Thank you!!! McPherson counties. cialists who provide these services, as gram began. This reduces the backlog well as various educational programs of cases at the courthouse and allows If you would like to make an electronic donation, see page 7 for detailed instructions. On November 4, a new audience designed to enhance co-parenting judges and other court staff more time tuned in to see CMC’s version at the skills. Each piece of this integrated for other tasks. It also means parents Donations July 2016—June 2017 (including Gifts-In-Kind) Association of Family and Conciliation approach is designed to achieve out- are receiving personalized interven- Court’s (AFCC) Milwaukee Regional comes that are in the best interests of tions from trained professionals that AAUW First Mennonite Church Robert and Clarice Hostetler Rebecca Tuinstra and James Phillip and Elizabeth Smith Conference. AFCC, the premier inter- Adrian & Pankratz, P.A. * First Mennonite Church of Gordon and Jeanne Houser Nickel Marlene and Stanley Smucker the child(ren). are tailored to their family’s specific disciplinary and international associa- America's Farmers Grow Christian ** ** Kalene Nisly Aldine and Keith Sprunger needs, and are able to avoid the acri- Communities *** First Unitarian Universalist Elmyra Huber John and Sarah Oglesby Jill Stromberg tion of professionals dedicated to the With more than two years of collected Susan Fitzsimmons and Church Heidi Huber Dunegan monious atmosphere of the courtroom LaVern and Marilyn Stucky resolution of family conflict, invited data and experience, Kirsten and Dan Christopher Anderson * Elsie M. Flaming Gilford and Nelda Ikenberry Kant and Lana Oleen Aaron and Judy Swalley that too often adds fuel to the fire of Andi Andreas Lowell Flory *** Kenzie and Mallory Intemann Vernon and Janice Pauls Bill Swartley CMC staff to lead a workshop focused shared the history and purpose of the conflict. Carl and RosalindAndreas ** Gary and Ann Flory Gary and Jean Isaac Donald and Carolyn Penner * Ed and June Switzer on its unique Dispute Resolution Tri- Triage Program; “before and after” sta- Anonymous *** Alison and Shawn Flory Elaine and Paul Jantzen Virgil and Kaye Penner *** Carol and Lawrence Temple Aaron Austin Replogle Carol and Ronald Peters * age Program. Kirsten Zerger, KIPCOR tistics that illustrate the success of the In the past, Kirsten and Dan have also David and Joanne Janzen Nelda Thelin Helen Bargen Denise and Ronald Flory John M and Reinhild G Edwin and Evelyn Peters Carl and Louise Thieszen * Replogle Senior Associate for Mediation and program; and insights gleaned from given presentations about the Triage Gladwin and Lois Bartel Janzen Kamela Platt Stephanie Thompson Marlin L and Luella Deane Grace and Harlan Bartel Miriam Noffsinger and James Elizabeth Raid Jerry and Leann Toews **** Training, and Dan Wassink, CMC the many challenges and roadblocks Program at other venues, including Frey Herb and pat Bartel Juhnke Cheryl and Heber Ramer Helen Unruh Manager, traveled to Milwaukee to that have arisen, and which continue to Washburn University in Topeka. This BCMC *** Donna June and Larry Cheri and Larry Kaufman Lynette and William Ramey Friesen * Kristin Unruh BCMC Women's Fellowship Donald and Eleanor Kaufman Marlan and Marvella Ratzlaff present “Match Game: ADR Triage for surface to this day. latest invitation from AFCC to present Duane and Elizabeth Friesen Paul H and Lois Unruh ** Bob and Donna Becker Leona M Kaufman Curtiss and Tammy Regehr Eugene and Carol Friesen Jan and Meg Van Asselt Better Outcomes.” in Milwaukee illustrates how interest in Courtney Bell Michael Kaye Ben and Andrea Regier Judges in Harvey and McPherson Joe and Lois Friesen Margene Vasquez Joanna and John Bjerum Marissa Kelley Harold and Rosella Regier the Program continues to grow beyond Richard and Dorothy N Myron and Mildred Voran CMC’s Dispute Resolution Triage Pro- counties have sent more than 250 cas- Jaime Blackwell Elizabeth King Sara Regier Friesen *** Marvin R Voth the borders of Kansas. In fact, one Anita and Stan Bohn Judy Kliewer Gladys Reimer gram began in the summer of 2015 as es to the Triage Program since July Sara Friesen-Guhr Karin Kaufman and John Wall workshop attendee traveled all the way Sue Bransford Sharon Kniss Richard and Lois Reimer Bonnie and David Fruth ** Christine Waltner a collaboration with the local courts to 2015. During that time, CMC has not- Miriam Brichacek Becky and Jeff Koller *** Rosie and Raymond Reimer from London! As others recognize the Asia Frye Keith and Sharon Waltner * Bruce and Meribeth Buhr * Bonnie and Dwight Krehbiel Epp improve services for divorcing and ed a significant increase in the number John and Mary Gaeddert Sandra M Walton Heacock many benefits to divorcing/separating Keith Sellers and Julie Lois Kreider Aleta Rempel Zona and Omer Galle Martin and Carol Ward separating parents who cannot reach of parents able to reach their own par- Burkhart Juris and Mona Krievins Amanda and Clarence parents and their children, the hope is Marcille Godwin Arnold and Delores Wedel their own parenting agreements. enting agreements through private ne- Leslie Wright and Mildred Eva Lapp Rempel Carol and Randall Goering Geneva and James Wedel that other judicial districts will replicate Cherryholmes Mari Larson Loren and Peggy Reusser Judges send these parents to CMC for gotiations. Private agreements have Jana and Mike Goering Kip and Anna Wedel ** Mildred Cherryholmes Evelyn and Ralph Lehman Keith and Susan Rhoades * the program. Jay and Linda Goering ** Tonya and Jonathan Wenger an initial assessment that determines been shown to be more effective and Milton Claassen ** Todd and Julie Lehman Mary and Thomas Jim and Shirley Goering Judith Wherritt Bruce and Janell Clary Doug and Wylene Lengel *** Richardson *** Peter and Sara Fretz Goering J Wendell Wiens Verda and GeoffDeckert Nancy Lengel Esther L. Rinner Katherine and Peter Goertzen Miranda Wollenberg Darlene Dick Ronald D. Leupp * Joseph and Joy Robb * 10 Questions for Sheryl R Wilson, KIPCOR Director (continued from page 2) Lois Goertzen Darlene Wynn Marsha Diggs Ben and Andrea Lichti Valerie Vandenberg Roper * Lou Jr. and Elizabeth Raid Terah Yoder Penny Dorado Cynthia and Marcus Loganbill Paul and Carolyn Roth 7. What’s the best meal you’ve ever had? make it on my own. He then proceed- 9. What is your favorite sound? Gomez Marv and Jeannie Zehr Maria Dreier Loganbill Estate ***** Sarah Roth-Mullet Rachel Waltner Goossen Kirsten Zerger * Duck in a port wine reduction ed to walk me through the recipe! The sounds of creativity or discov- Harold K. and Rosella R. Lorraine Avenue Mennonite Allison Rudeen Kreider Jennifer Johnson and Ken Richard and Donna Duerksen Church ** William and Beverly Ryan sauce at Loring Café in Minneapolis – 8. What’s the latest book you’ve read? ery -- I love to hear people have “aha Groteweil ** Zerger *** Dr. Walter P. Dyck James and Elaine Lynch *** Laura Salmeron Barbara Gutsch Melanie Zuercher It was the most perfect, simple meal I moments.” I especially love to hear Mary and Thomas Ediger Julie MacLachlan Ron Sawatzky Year of Yes: How to Dance it Out, Dorothy and Willis Harder ** Donna Eigsti Keith and Barbara Martin *** Barbara and Dumont Schmidt have ever had. 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