Miriam Zachariah has been a public school educator for over 30 years and recently retired as an elementary school principal. She has continued the work of her grandfather, JL Moreno, to facilitate human connection, manage conflict and foster collaborative decision-making in community. She is a recognized trainer in restorative practices and Peacemaking Circles. The focus of her work as an educator, consultant and trainer has been on developing community in workplaces, intervening in conflict and fostering educational practices that decolonize schools for those whose voices have been silenced. She has trained hundreds of educators, community workers, police officers, lawyers and therapists to use restorative practices, Sociodrama and sociometry to develop safe and supportive communities.

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