Five years ago, the Santa Cruz County District Attorney’s Office launched the Neighborhood Justice Program, which allows people to take responsibility for harm they caused outside a traditional court ...

For more information on the restorative practices training for educators, or to register for one or more days of the training ...

WEST CHESTER, PA — Arts Holding Hands and Hearts, Inc. (AHHAH) is set to host its Restorative Justice Open House on Thursday, July 24, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM ...

She emphasized that restorative practices focus on building community, not just bringing people back into the community after conflict occurs. “As the director of restorative practices, my job is to ...

Restorative practices also struggle with severe or repeated offenses. While effective for minor issues—such as classroom disagreements-the "let's talk it out" approach may fall short in cases ...

Teachers need access to well-funded, properly implemented restorative justice training and practices in wake of law further limiting suspensions.

In Worcester, restorative practices appear to be working. Officials credit it with creating an atmosphere that led to a 28% drop in violent incidents.

In Worcester, restorative practices appear to be working. Officials credit it with creating an atmosphere that led to a 28% drop in violent incidents.

All schools in the county have since implemented restorative practices, with many ramping up their effort in the past two years. The recent ramp-up included dozens of professional development days in ...

Incorporating restorative practices allows teachers to manage conflicts while creating a culture that respects and values each student.

Steele County is establishing its first-ever Restorative Justice Advisory Committee, which will set parameters for referring cases, primarily involving juveniles, for restorative conferencing ...