National Inclusion Week: 23rd-29th September
National Inclusion Week takes place from 23rd-29th September.
How Do Victims and Offenders Communicate Through Restorative Justice?
In Restorative Justice (RJ), communication between victims and offenders is crucial, helping the healing process by allowing both parties to understand one another. In a safe space, victims and offenders can communicate to help the healing process.
EFRJ - From Survivors to Survivors: Conversations on Restorative Justice in Cases of Sexual Violence
European Forum for Restorative Justice (EFRJ) has published ‘From Survivors to Survivors: Conversations on Restorative Justice in Cases of Sexual Violence’.
Restorative Justice: What Can Mediators Learn from the Practice of Other Professionals?
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.
Volunteers’ Week: 3rd - 9th June 2024
Monday 3rd June to Sunday 9th June 2024 is Volunteers’ Week, a time to celebrate the amazing contributions of our volunteers.
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.
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.
