Empower 2026
Save the Date
Mark your calendars for an inspiring evening at Western Justice Center’s Empower Gala—Thursday, October 1, 2026.
Come celebrate bold youth leaders and the power of restorative justice in our schools. Together, we’ll envision campuses where every student belongs, conflicts are met with compassion, and equity flourishes.
Join us to support students and educators building a more just future. Your presence helps bring conflict resolution education to more young people across Los Angeles—empowering the next generation to lead with empathy and courage.
Stay tuned for honoree updates and ways to help transform schools—one student at a time.
“Interviewing other students at the Western Justice Center Peer Mediation Invitational was like stepping into a space where humanity took center stage, where conversations were infused with a sincere dedication to fairness and empathy. It wasn’t just about learning about social justice; it was about feeling it, about seeing how it can touch lives and inspire action. That experience left me deeply moved, reaffirming my belief in the power of people coming together to create a more equitable world. ”
Why Attend Empower?
WJC empowers people to strengthen their communities by growing the conflict resolution skills & capacity of youth, educators, schools, and community partners. Join us to celebrate the youth and educators who are using mediation and other restorative practices to build a culture of peace, justice, inclusion and equity in their schools.
For sponsorship inquiries contact Cristina Briskie-Wood at cristina@westernjustice.org