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- Oct 4, 2019
Evidence-Based Practices: Restorative Justice
Restorative Justice
Evidence-Based Practice
Restorative Justice is a theory of justice that emphasizes repairing the harm caused by criminal behavior. It is best accomplished through cooperative processes that allow all willing stakeholders to meet. Restorative Justice is:
- A different way of thinking about crime and response to crime
- Focuses on repairing the harm caused by crime and reducing future harm through crime prevention
- Requires offenders to take responsibility for their actions and for the harm they have caused
- Seeks redress for victims, recompense by offenders, and reintegration of both within the community
- Requires a cooperative effort by communities and the government
Implementation sites include:
- Longmont Community Justice Partnership (Colorado)
- Victim Voices Heard (Delaware)
- Erie County Restorative Justice Coalition (Buffalo, NY)
- Kentucky Community & Restorative Justice (Lexington, KY)
Additional Resources:
- Restorative Justice on the Rise - Resource by State - Provides Restorative Justice resources by state, with information, contacts and links. Other notable resources provided here: webinars, podcasts, courses, and events
- Tutorial: Introduction to Restorative Justice - This six-part tutorial will provide you with an overview of the movement and of the issues that it raises.