Alberni Valley Restorative Justice General Annual Meeting - Wednesday, November 2/16 6:00 Chars Landing

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Alberni Valley Restorative Justice General Annual Meeting - Wednesday, November 2/16 6:00 Chars Landing. New Members Welcome. For Information please contact Mr. Laurie Money Tel: 250-724-4174.or email lmo...@shaw.ca Opportunities exist to be involved in volunteering in this exciting process in the Alberni Valley.

 

What is Restorative Justice?

 

Restorative justice (RJ) is a philosophy that views crime and conflict principally as harm done to people and

relationships.

RJ is a non-adversarial, non-retributive approach to justice that emphasizes healing in victims, the meaningful

accountability of offenders, and the involvement of citizens in creating healthier, safer communities.

RJ is about giving all parties involved in a conflict the opportunity to take an active role in a safe and respectful

process that allows for open dialogue between the victim, the offender, and the community.

• RJ provides victims with an opportunity to tell their story, address the harm caused, and find answers to

questions that are important to them.

• RJ provides offenders with an opportunity to take responsibility for their actions and to be held accountable

by those they harmed.

• RJ empowers communities to gain a better understanding of the root causes of crime and allow the

community to express and reduce its fears.

Principles and Values of Restorative Justice

Recognition of Harm

Inclusion

Accountability Dialogue

Truth

Voluntary Participation

Safety

Choice

Holism

Humanism

Reparation