RJI interview with Steve Watt, former Wyoming State Trooper
We are re-publishing our interview with crime victim/survivor Stephen Watt, former Wyoming State Trooper. He tells of how he survived a very violent encounter with a bank robber while serving as a law enforcement officer. Watt supports restorative justice. He
Guest Commentator: Matthew Johnson writes on institutional racism and violence
The following is a column written by Matthew Johnson. Johnson is a social justice activist and restorative justice practitioner from the Washington, D.C. area. For the longest time I could not speak about Michael Brown, Eric Garner, John Crawford III,
Restorative Justice in New Zealand: Crime Victims Top Priority
New developments in New Zealand show the country's strong commitment to crime victims through restorative justice policies. RJI advocates for a victim's right to restorative justice. We believe that each crime victim should have the option to participate in restorative justice.
Canadian Crime Victim Supports Restorative Justice
Saskatoon crime victim tells why restorative justice had value to her. Globally crime victims are increasingly choosing restorative justice. Is it available to crime victims where you live? RJI strongly encourages its use with all types of offenders---nonviolent and violent offenders,
Yurok Tribe Uses Restorative Justice
This is not new but it is always good to see. Tribal justice: what does it look like? Read about the use of restorative justice amongst the Yurok Tribe. This link from The Tulalip News. The best way to hold offenders accountable
Nelson Police Department in British Columbia Chooses Restorative Justice
Read this story about the Nelson Police Department in BC and its support for restorative justice. Increasingly law enforcement around the world is choosing restorative justice because it works. Restorative justice holds offenders accountable in ways that changes behavior, increases victim satisfaction
From the UK: Restorative Justice Works in Middlebrough
From the Middlebrough News, restorative justice continues to impact the lives of offenders and victims alike. Offenders learn how to take responsibility for their actions and make things right, as much as possible, with their victims or the victim's family.
Restorative Justice a Win-Win: Community Policing
RJI appreciates the opinion piece by civil rights activist John D. Due, Jr. He's right. Restorative justice is a win-win for communities. Community policing is a reflection of restorative justice values. Can it apply to cities like Ferguson, Missouri after the shooting of
Colorado District Attorney Supports Restorative Justice
Boulder County, Colorado District Attorney has secured $500,000 to use for restorative justice for juvenile offenders. RJI commends this district attorney. This should just be the start, however. Evidence based research shows restorative justice works, not just for juvenile offenders
Sycamore Tree: Restorative Justice at work in Queensland, Australia
RJI appreciates the good and important work being done in Queensland, Australia through Prison Fellowship-Queensland. Restorative Justice International is a big advocate of in-prison programs that bring victims of crime together with offenders to talk about crime. This program, as