Language barriers in Restorative Justice meetings
Where necessary, we use an external translator service to help victims and offenders communicate.
Restorative Justice & Harmful Sexual Behaviour: A Commentary
Tony Walker, Director of Practice Delivery, spoke to NOTA News about the use of Restorative Justice following cases of harmful sexual behaviour. Read the full article here.
What are Restorative Justice preparation meetings?
Preparation meetings are an important part of Restorative Justice, when trained facilitators can identify the specifics of what an individual wants and expects from their participation in the process.
Vacancy: Service Delivery Assistant (Immediate Justice Scheme)
We're hiring a Service Delivery Assistant (Immediate Justice Scheme).
Vacancy: Restorative Justice Practitioner (Immediate Justice Scheme)
We're hiring a Restorative Justice Practitioner (Immediate Justice Scheme).
Making Restorative Justice Accessible
It’s important that accessibility restrictions don’t impact anyone’s ability to participate in Restorative Justice. There are a number of steps we take to make sure that our Restorative Justice service is accessible to those who need it.
Restorative Justice and Mental Health
Being involved in a crime can have a negative impact on an individual’s mental health. Some people find it beneficial to talk about the incident with the person who harmed them, or who they harmed.
How Do Restorative Justice Referrals Work?
There are a variety of ways that victims and offenders can be referred to Restorative Solutions. It’s important to note that as Restorative Justice is voluntary, both parties have to agree to participate for the process to go ahead.
A Fresh Start
Welcoming in the new year is often when we look ahead and plan for the future, but it can sometimes be just as valuable to use this time to reflect on the past. The beginning of a new year is the opportunity for a fresh start, and to address things that are weighing on our minds.
Use of Restorative Justice in non-recent cases
Whilst some people want Restorative Justice almost immediately after the offence has happened, others begin the process years down the line.
RJ Week 2023
The third week of November each year is Restorative Justice Week, an international campaign that highlights Restorative Justice and the organisations that facilitate the process.
Restorative Justice & Violent Crimes
Restorative Justice can help victims of violent crimes find closure, get answers to questions about the crime, and share the impact of the incident with the offender.
