Restorative Justice Dorset
In a recent interview for Strathclyde University and Issue 7 of the Mediation Matters! Newsletter, Adrienne Watson met with Dave Pascoe (RJ Practitioner for Restorative Solutions) to discuss Restorative Justice practice and what it might offer mediators who are working with particularly conflicted parties.
European Forum for Restorative Justice (EFRJ) has published ‘From Survivors to Survivors: Conversations on Restorative Justice in Cases of Sexual Violence’.
Monday 3rd June to Sunday 9th June 2024 is Volunteers’ Week, a time to celebrate the amazing contributions of our volunteers.
Where necessary, we use an external translator service to help victims and offenders communicate.
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.
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.
We're hiring a Service Delivery Assistant (Immediate Justice Scheme).
We're hiring a Restorative Justice Practitioner (Immediate Justice Scheme).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Daniel contacted the Restorative Justice team after he committed a street robbery on Carl. “The p...
Read MoreVictim initiated referral after receiving information about Restorative Justice from victim bureau staff when given court result. Victim was still ...
Read MoreJohn burgled Lucy’s home when she was outside hanging out her washing. When she came inside, she found him standing in her property. She describe...
Read MoreThe offender, Sam*, had committed the offence of causing serious injury by dangerous driving. This was a first time offence, and he was extremely r...
Read MoreA neighbours’ dispute had been occurring between John*, who owned a house adjoining a public right of way, and Frank*, who was the son of the own...
Read MoreThe offences against Joshua were of a sexual nature and were committed in the 1980s, when Joshua was aged between 10 and 15 years old. To...
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The facilitators have been wonderful. I feel stronger than I did. I would really recommend Restorative Justice.
Burglary Victim
Thank you for the letter, it has made a real difference to how I feel about what happened
From victim of a criminal damage to vehicle where the offender wanted to write a letter which explained what he had been feeling at the time and how sorry he was now.
Thank you for the letter, it has made a difference to how I feel.
Georgia, Victim of Crime
Thank you for the update, I felt reassured that the offender has apologised and that her behaviour was subject to some reflection and accountability.
Linda, Victim of Crime
He's done what he has been asked to do (apologise for the harm caused) - I'm very happy with that.
Kieran, Victim of Crime
