Description of Training:
The Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services is pleased to announce that registration is now open for “Healing the Harm: Restorative Justice Practices”. What is Restorative Justice? How does it work and who benefits? This training will answer these questions and more. Using comparisons with the criminal justice system, the presenter will highlight the restorative justice focus on people rather than laws, share success stories and data to support its effectiveness, and outline the range of restorative practices available to support both the harmed parties and those who cause harm to others. There will be a discussion on how the Harrisonburg Restorative Justice Coalition got started and the work it is doing in the city. Participants will have the opportunity to explore ways in which they can develop coalitions to build restorative practices in their own communities. Part 1 will provide an overview of concepts and practices of restorative justice. Part 2 will continue the discussion and cover specifics related to the Harrisonburg Restorative Justice Coalition and the work it is doing in the city.
Dates & Times: Part 1 - November 19, 2020, 1:00 am until 3:00 pm
Part 2 - December 10, 2020, 1:00 am until 3:00 pm
Cost: There is no cost to attend. The webinar link and password will be emailed to registrants the day before the training.
Cancellation Policy: If you are unable to attend please notify us as soon as possible. Contact information is below.