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Quotes from our community.

Quotes from our community about the impact of restorative justice programs on victims, offenders, and community members. These testimonials highlight the power of real stories and non-judgmental attitudes in creating a safe and healing environment.

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Quotes from our community.

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  1. Quotes from our community. Building a Culture of Peace and Belonging . . .

  2. I liked hearing two speakers, from different perspectives, to see real people telling their painful stories really hit home. Also, everyone's non judgmental attitudes felt safe. Victim Impact Panel Participant

  3. I really appreciate how no one is judging here and how both offenders and victims speak. It is very different from other panels. I actually felt kindness in the room. Victim Impact Panel Participant

  4. The story from the mother, it made me think of how my own mother would react. I'm 25 and I just noticed when I got here that my mom must have put a bag of carrots in my purse. She still thinks of me as her little girl and losing me would crush her. I didn’t think about that till now. Victim Impact Panel Participant

  5. i come in here not thinking i would be affected like i was. i'm in complete awe, and have a lot to think about! Victim Impact Panel Participant

  6. I am glad they have this class. It helped me realize what can happen if I were to make bad decisions when drinking. The community members were very nice and had a lot of touching stories. Underage Consumption Panel Participant

  7. Thank you again for teaching this class you give kids like me a chance to show the community and family that I am better than what I was. I want you to know I am not drinking till I am 21 and I am going to count my drinks. Thanks a lot, I will never forget you. You are a super hero of your own kind. Thanks again. Underage Consumption Panel Participant

  8. It was an eye opening experience that changed everyone’s views victim, offenders, and community members. Underage Consumption Panel Community Volunteer

  9. Working with SCVRJP gives me a chance to impact a group of young people from the community. And, a chance to feel good about myself in the process. Underage Consumption Panel Community Volunteer

  10. It makes you feel whole and helps you to heal scars. Underage Consumption Panel Volunteer Community Member

  11. I really like the idea of having a Circle because it helped everyone connect to the mom who was speaking about her daughter’s death. Safe Teen Driving Circle Participant

  12. It had a large affect on me, it was real and a very serious story. It makes you think trice about every choice you make. Safe Teen Driving Circle Participant

  13. i liked getting a parents perspective on this tragic event. it shows not only what it does to your self but every one in your life. Safe Teen Driving Circle Participant

  14. having my classmates show their true feelings. it was amazing to see my peers open up. I cant believe what an impact this speaker had! one of the most positive experiences I’ve ever had. Safe Teen Driving Circle Participant

  15. i thought it was so amazing that Mrs. Remer can share her experience with us. i really think she will change a lot of people's minds about drinking and driving, not wearing seatbelts, talking on a cell phone while driving, and just being attentive. i think it is really cool this will change peoples lifes. Safe Teen Driving Circle Participant

  16. i respect you so much for having the courage to retell this tragity in your life. your story greatly impacted me and i will surly think about it often. it definately will impact my driving decisions. Safe Teen Driving Circle Participant

  17. persons unfamiliar with each other enter into profound sharing, caring and honesty Victim Empathy Seminar Volunteer Community Member

  18. the program required a solution and provided a respectful environment for discussion. Victim Empathy Seminar Victim

  19. “the event as a whole was fantastic. i like the feeling of trust and understanding in the circle.” Victim Empathy Seminar Volunteer Community Member

  20. The mix of community members and offenders was most beneficial. I particularly appreciated hearing the offenders "story" and the sincerity of their letters Victim Empathy Seminar Volunteer Community Member

  21. Seeing the transformation of Cayla. At the beginning she was so angry but towards the end she started laughing and opening up. Community Conference Community Volunteer

  22. Great experience, amazing to see the difference in people's attitudes from beginning to end. Community Conference Volunteer Community Member

  23. It was interesting to learn more about how involved the police department and municipal judge are in restorative justice. Community Conference Volunteer Community Member

  24. I learned more than expected, a real eye-opener!! Training Session Participant

  25. thank you for an excellent experience! you and your volunteers are wonderful. i really got so much more out of this than i expected, and my expectations were high! Training Session Participant

  26. SCVRJPRestorative Justice Center215 N 2nd Street, Suite 108River Falls, WI 54022scvrjpinfo@gmail.comwww.scvrjp.org(715)425-1100Please contact us if you are interested in becoming a volunteer.

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