The Restorative Justice Program (CURJ) engages in a restorative process and response by employing five main principles: respect, repair, reintegration, responsibility and relationship. CURJ works with ...

But restorative practices take a much different approach by starting younger. "It started as a response to the school-to-prison pipeline, which is kids are facing suspensions, expulsions because ...

The ABC7 News I-Team explores Bay Area restorative justice initiatives. Here's an in-depth look at how two East Bay programs work and are funded.

Restorative justice focusses on building relationships. One feels greater shame in the presence of those whom he loves or values. Thus, those who value relationships seldom become problematic.