This Berkeley non-profit is the result of a union between three community mediation programs in Alameda County. Together, they bring over 150 volunteers providing mediation, facilitation and training services for low or no cost to community organizations and non-profits interested in finding smart ways to reduce conflict. SEEDS also works with the Alameda County Juvenile Court and local schools to create a restorative justice model that seeks to address and prevent harm rather than merely punish offenders. These successful models have offenders, victims, families and community members come together to discuss incidents so offenders can understand the harm caused and try to make reparations to the victims.