Restorative Resolution

What is Restorative Resolution?

Restorative Resolution (RR) is a facilitated, structured, and confidential process available to support CSU students in addressing negative impacts of an incident reported through Title IX.   As an alternative to a hearing through the University’s Title IX or student conduct processes, a Restorative Resolution is designed to meet needs and interests of affected parties without formal investigatory or disciplinary action. With the assistance of trained facilitators, Impacted and Responding Parties have the opportunity to communicate with one another and collaboratively develop customized resolutions. Participation is voluntary and the parties may choose to withdraw from the process at any time.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Restorative Resolution is adaptable and customized to the needs and goals of the Impacted and Responding parties. In collaboration with the facilitator, the parties will collectively determine:

  • Whether their process will include face-to-face interactions, indirect communication, or a combination of the two.
  • Whether the process will involve participants other than the impacted and responding party.
  • The length and number of sessions.
  • The topics or issues the process will address.
  • The terms of the finalized Restorative Agreement.

A finalized Restorative Agreement is one of the outcomes of a successful resolution process. Co-created by the parties, this document defines tasks and/or behavioral expectations the Responding Party will complete/uphold within a specific timeframe. The Responding Party will be required to comply with the terms of the finalized Agreement. Examples of possible agreement items include:

  •  No Contact Order
  • Consent education
  • Alcohol/ drug education
  • Financial reparations
  • Counseling
  • Specified treatment program
  • Written accountability statement
  • Campus restrictions (classes, events, etc.)

Start by scheduling a one-on-one consultation with Conflict Resolution Services Staff call (970) 491-7165 or email CSURJ@colostate.edu and specify you are looking for a Restorative Resolutions Consult

During your meeting, you’ll have the opportunity to learn more about the process, ask questions, and share your desired outcomes. Participating in a consultation in no way obligates you to engage in a Restorative Resolution. If you and the facilitators believe that a Restorative Resolution may be appropriate, Conflict Resolution Services staff will explain next steps.