Restorative Justice Week 2026 - discover the power of Restorative Justice
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Restorative Justice Week 2026 - discover the power of Restorative Justice |
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Restorative Justice - Do you know someone who could benefit? Someone you know may have unanswered questions about a crime or incident. They may want to tell the person responsible how it affected them, understand more about what happened, or simply have an opportunity to be heard. Restorative Justice could help. Restorative Justice gives victims an opportunity, where appropriate and safe to do so, to communicate with the offender, with the support of trained Restorative Justice Practitioners. It can give victims the opportunity to: It can also give those who caused the harm an opportunity to understand the impact of their actions, take responsibility and, where appropriate, make amends. It doesn't mean you have to meet face-to-face. Restorative Justice can take place in different ways. This could include a face-to-face meeting, but it could also involve letters, emails, telephone or video calls, or messages passed through a practitioner. You don't have to forgive the offender, and there is no expectation that you will. The process is voluntary and carefully risk assessed by trained practitioners. Find out more during Restorative Justice Week As part of Restorative Justice Week 2026, we are hosting two opportunities to join our free online event, Beyond Punishment: Exploring Restorative Justice. The event explores Restorative Justice, accountability, meaningful dialogue and alternatives beyond punishment. Guest speakers will share their experiences, knowledge and perspectives on restorative approaches and the positive impact they can have on individuals and communities. 17 November 2026 | 10:30am GMT
19 November 2026 | 6:00pm to 7:30pm GMT
Who can make a referral? Anyone can self-refer, and professionals can refer with the person's consent. You don't need to know whether Restorative Justice is suitable before making a referral, and there is no obligation to take part simply because you contact us. Our team can talk through the circumstances, explain the options and answer any questions. You can contact us directly: Telephone: 0800 043 8785
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