moreincommon: (Doing that counselling thing)
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Steph reminded me of this yesterday – welcome back, Steph! – and I realized we hadn't had a formal discussion about what to do with Toshiko.

I know there have been threats of violence, and I think we can all agree that none of us want to see her hurt, even if we're angry with her. Therefore, I want to recommend that she's escorted by at least one warden every time she's out of her own cabin. This probably isn't going to be fun for anyone but it's for her own safety. There's also the possibility that someone under the duress she's going through might attempt self-harm or suicide, so any wardens who work with her will have to be on the lookout for that. Is there anyone who'd like to volunteer? [Please don't let Mark be the only one with his hand raised; he can't exactly safeguard Tosh in the bathroom or the shower.]

Secondly, Iris and I have been discussing a, uh, public forum with Toshiko, basically. Consider it a hearing, or at least a chance for her to explain her thought process and actions. This isn't necessarily a completely therapeutic act, although this is something I'm planning on working through with her. As a social worker, it's my opinion that the people on board who were hurt or upset by her actions deserve an explanation – sort of like the Truth and Reconciliation Committee after apartheid, although this is obviously not racially motivated. So I want to reiterate: not a punishment, but still a necessary part of the healing process.

As for an actual punishment, I'm not sure what the regular procedure is on the Barge. I know she's already served a week in Zero, although that might not have been very corrective. So... is there anything else humane and productive you can think of that might be worth exploring?
moreincommon: (Teachable moment)
Well, everyone, I'm sure we're all relieved to see the emergency's over and we're all working to smooth things out. Toshiko doesn't have access to the inner workings of the ship and she's under warden custody for the time being. I understand quite a few of you are very upset with her, and I want to assure you it's natural to be angry. There are a lot of people on board who have been very hurt by the recent events, and that isn't an easy emotion to let go of.

For that reason, Drs. Xavier and Lecter and I are instating more services for those who are having trouble dealing with this. We're pooling our resources to offer a support group for anyone suffering from trauma, and we're also available for individual counseling sessions if you just want someone to talk to who won't judge. This is a healthy way to let go of your anger and to learn to grow as an individual, and we'd all like to help you along the way.

– And before I forget, I know it's the first of April, but let's not get carried away with the practical jokes, okay? [He really doesn't need it to be April Fool's Day after that event – this is not a relaxing holiday for him.] No painful, harmful, humiliating, prejudiced, or destructive pranks. They're not funny and we've all had enough excitement for one week.

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