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RESTORATIVE JUSTICE

JALISA MOTT & APRYL LAMASTER. RESTORATIVE JUSTICE. Intro. Over millions of people are harmed day to day by violent acts. How can this problem be solved? What should happen to the offender? How will victims receive justice?. What is Restorative Justice?.

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RESTORATIVE JUSTICE

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  1. JALISA MOTT & APRYL LAMASTER RESTORATIVE JUSTICE

  2. Intro • Over millions of people are harmed day to day by violent acts. • How can this problem be solved? • What should happen to the offender? • How will victims receive justice?

  3. What is Restorative Justice? • Defined by Kimmet Edgar and Tim Newall, restorative justice is: • A distinctive philosophy of justice, with a focus on making amends for the harm done. • A collection of diverse practices that goes beyond the typical prison system rituals of resolving conflicts Edgar and Newll. Restorative Justice in Prisons.

  4. Foundations for Restorative Justice • Work to restore harm to those who have been affected by the crime. • Those who were harmed and affected by the crime has the opportunity to participate if they wish. • The government’s role is to preserve a just public order, and the community’s is to create and maintain a just peace.

  5. Core Values of Restorative Justice • Healing • Voluntary participation • Respect • Empowerment • Inclusiveness • Equal status • Personal accountability • Problem-solving

  6. Restorative Justice IS: Restorative Justice IS NOT: About forgiveness or mediation An alternative to punishment A specific program • Giving the offender a chance to acknowledge his/her actions • Giving the victim answers to the crime that was done • Taking steps to repair the problem

  7. How GSU currently engages with Restorative Justice

  8. Media & Restorative Justice

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