The focus of our Community Restorative Justice Center is the word “Restorative”. We provide opportunities for change in the way people treat each other in order to keep our community a safe and enjoyable place to live, work and play. The programs are run by trained staff and volunteers, and we welcome those curious about our work to come in and find out more. We work closely with the Department of Corrections, the Attorney General’s Office, Law Enforcement agencies, and some lawyers in private legal practice through our monthly Legal Clinic. There is an active attempt to have neighbors meeting together in neighborhood associations in order to enhance the sense of “Community.” We also provide a forum for community conversations which encourages neighbors to reciprocate their skills and services with each other.
The offender has an opportunity to understand the impact of the crime, express remorse and repair the harm done to the victim and to the wider community.