Support for House Bill 1479 in Washington State
Over the last several months, I have worked with many parents, educators, and advocates across Washington State who have committed to reducing and eliminating restraint... Read more.
The Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint is looking for volunteers in Canada
We are making some progress in Canada on the issue of Seclusion and Restraint to light in recent national media and public discussion, but we need your help! We... Read more.
Crisis Prevention Institute and the Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint Announce Collaborative Initiatives
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), the world's leading provider of de-escalation and crisis prevention training, announces a partnership with the Alliance Against... Read more.
Mini-Review of Intentional Neuroplasticity, Moving our Nervous Systems and Educational System toward Post-Traumatic Growth
Dr. Lori Desautels’ previous book, Connections Over Compliance, is one of my favorites. The book addresses the roles of connection and neuroscience in the classroom.... Read more.
Support our Documentary: Restrained and Secluded in the Schoolhouse
In this full-length documentary film, we plan to raise awareness about the use of restraint and seclusion in schools nationwide. We want the audience to understand... Read more.
Support our mission this Giving Tuesday
This Giving Tuesday, there are several ways you can support the work of the Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint. Your contribution is more than just a donation;... Read more.
New Hanover County, You need to ban seclusion not rooms
About 18 months ago, parents and advocates began to raise awareness about the use of seclusion in New Hanover County public schools. Over time more parents and advocates... Read more.
A Self-Reg journey to reducing punitive approaches: The Self-Reg Foundations Certificate Program
Since I started the Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint in 2019, I have looked for answers to the question I was so often asked, "what should we do instead... Read more.
It’s time to ban seclusion in New Jersey schools
Seclusion is the involuntary confinement of a student alone in a room or area from which the student is physically prevented from leaving. In June, an investigation... Read more.
Maryland State Education Association suggest that definitions in a new law are riddled with exceptions, making application difficult
The Maryland State Education Association (MSEA) posted an article on their website on October 6th regarding a new law in Maryland (HB1255) which aims to reduce and... Read more.