Breaking Down Barriers to Reclaim One’s Humanity

“I was particularly touched by the testimonies I had the privilege of hearing. What I heard was marked by sincerity and a willingness to help others. The participants revealed themselves, trusted each other and walked together without confusion. But beyond the very...

Discovering the Other Half of the Story and Finding Peace

“Restorative justice allows people to realize that they were missing a large part of the story. I once heard a victim say that no matter how hard you try to bring your emotions to the surface, they never come out as spontaneously as when you are face-to-face with an...

Breaking Down Barriers to Reclaim One’s Humanity

“I was particularly touched by the testimonies I had the privilege of hearing. What I heard was marked by sincerity and a willingness to help others. The participants revealed themselves, trusted each other, and walked together without losing their individual...

The Importance of the Community Member

“We believe that crime, or violence, does not solely concern the individuals who experienced it—whether they endured it or committed it. It also affects their circle, their family, the community, and society as a whole. For that reason, there is always a member of the...