National Association of Community and Restorative Justice (NACRJ)

All NACRJ t-shirts are $3 off during the month of November in honor of Restorative Justice Week, November 17-23! Our t-shirts are colorful, bright and comfy, and your purchase goes directly to supporting the work of community and restorative justice. Shop now at our NACRJ website: https://lnkd.in/eTxJr9Pt #RJWeek #RJWeek2024 #internationalrestorativejusticeweek #NACRJshop #restorativejustice #communityjustice

Join us on Tuesday November 19 from 6:00pm-8:30pm CST for our 2024 Restorative Justice Week Circle in recognition of International Restorative Justice Week, November 17-23. Experience the power of coming together in Circle, where everyone has a voice, and connection is at the center. Whether you're new to Circles or have lots of experience with them, this is a perfect opportunity to witness community, relationship building, and unity in action. Since 2020, hundreds of people from across the country have come together in NACRJ’s Online Community Sharing Circles to dialogue about current events, harms, needs, and opportunities. In collaboration with Circle Keepers nationwide, these Circles foster a sacred space where we can engage in deep listening with one another. The event will kick off with several Circle Keepers sharing their insights and perspective on Circle to initiate a deeper level of reflection. The majority of our time together will be spent in small group circles. Learn more and register for this event at our NACRJ website: https://shorturl.at/3UvQ8 #RJWeek #RJWeek2024 #restorativejustice #communityjustice #Circles #CirclesofPeace #harmreduction #healing #reflection

Sponsors contribute significantly to our conference's viability, enabling NACRJ to curate a robust program and offer enriching experiences to participants. Thanks to our sponsors for their support and guidance in promoting the principles and goals of community and restorative justice! View the complete list of sponsors at our website: https://shorturl.at/9WVG9 #NACRJ #NACRJConference2024 #restorativejustice #communityjustice #harmreduction #healing #envision

Exhibitors bring a diverse array of resources, services and products that not only showcase the latest advances and innovations within community and restorative justice, but also provide attendees with valuable insights and tools to enhance personal and professional practices. We are immensely grateful to the many exhibitors that were present at this year's 9th National Conference and the opportunities and resources they provided to our attendees! View the complete list of exhibitors at our website: https://shorturl.at/9WVG9 #NACRJ #NACRJConference2024 #restorativejustice #communityjustice #harmreduction #healing #envision

The NACRJ grant initiative, launched in 2016, has distributed over $55,000.00 to NACRJ members nationwide. The initiative aims to empower and enable organizations and individuals committed to the principles and practices of community and restorative justice to undertake a wide range of meaningful projects. We are proud to share our 2024 Impact Grant and Mini-Grant recipients - check them out and learn more about our grant initiative: https://lnkd.in/eG7Px8ab #NACRJ #restorativejustice #communityjustice #communityprojects #grants #impact #healing

This summer, Washington, D.C. and the greater DMV area (District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virgina) served as the host of the 9th National Conference on Community and Restorative Justice, marking a defining moment in the conference’s seventeen-year history. With a record-breaking 1,902 attendees, the event reached new heights, highlighting the growing global interest in community and restorative justice. This year’s gathering, themed "Re-Envisioning our Legacies: A Defining Moment," was especially significant, drawing participants from 48 U.S. states, several Canadian provinces, and numerous countries worldwide. Read the full recap of this year's conference by Executive Director Joel Friesz at our NACRJ News & Blog page: https://lnkd.in/gtWZMzRA #NACRJ #NACRJConference #restorativejustice #communityjustice #DMV #DC #reenvision #criminaljustice #socialjustice #youth #harmreduction #healing

This summer, NACRJ recorded a new video that explores NACRJ's founding, growth, and impact through the voices of its founders and past and present Board Presidents. This nine-minute video features Dr. Michael J. Gilbert, Dr. Fania Davis, Professor Joanne Katz, Dr. Mark Umbreit, Mrs. Sheryl R. Wilson, and Dr. Teiahsha Bankhead. It is a tribute to the dedication and efforts of all those who have helped shape NACRJ into the organization it is today—our founders, board members, advisory council members, NACRJ members, conference attendees, and countless committees and volunteers. We hope you find this video inspiring and a testament to the incredible work being done to further community and restorative justice across the U.S. and beyond. Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/e5GSvU5d #NACRJ #NACRJConference #restorativejustice #communityjustice #harmreduction #healing #DEIJ

Congratulations to the following NACRJ Board members on their election to new positions: Thalia González, President Chauna Perry Finch, Vice President Amy Dallas, Treasurer Dr. Kathy Evans, Secretary We are excited for Thalia as she steps into her role as Board President, and we thank Dr. Teiahsha Bankhead for her outstanding leadership and service as our Past President. We also extend our heartfelt thanks to Lee Rush, whose term on the Board concluded in July. It is with great sadness that we also acknowledge the recent passing of Ted Lewis. Ted’s impact on our community and the field of restorative justice will be remembered and cherished. Learn more about our Board at our NACRJ News & Blog page: https://lnkd.in/eijmrk6f #NACRJ #NACRJboardofdirectors #leadership #NACRJLeadership #restorativejustice #communityjustice

NACRJ honors the memory of Eric Butler who recently passed away on August 4, 2024. Eric was a longtime leader in community and restorative justice whose work touched countless lives. In 2013, Eric received the NACRJ Dennis Maloney Award for Youth-Based Community and Restorative Justice, alongside Dr. Fania Davis—a testament to his profound impact. Learn more about Eric and his work at our website: https://shorturl.at/7ugbz

Ted Lewis, a beloved member of the NACRJ Board of Directors, passed away on July 23, 2024, just two months after learning of his cancer diagnosis. A dedicated member of the NACRJ community for over a decade, Ted served on the inaugural Advisory Council from 2014 to 2017 before being elected to the Board of Directors, where he remained an active and vital leader until his passing. Ted's contributions to the restorative justice movement were profound and far-reaching. His work with faith communities, especially through The Restorative Church Project, exemplified his commitment to bridging the values of justice and faith. For this reason, he was posthumously honored with the Bert Thompson Faith-Based Award at the 9th National Conference on Community and Restorative Justice in Washington, D.C., on August 1, 2024. Learn more about Ted and his legacy at our NACRJ News & Blog page: https://shorturl.at/eXkGI