Non-profit administering the Restorative Justice program for the Halifax Regional Municipality for anyone referred to the NSRJP (Nova Scotia Restorative Justice Program).
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We meet people where they are at and help individuals and communities move forward with dignity and support.
Restorative justice recognizes that crime causes harm to individuals and communities. Restorative processes bring together those affected, those responsible and supportive community members to understand the contexts, causes, circumstances and impacts of an incident and decide what's needed to repair harm.
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Referred individuals must participate actively, show meaningful accountability and follow-through on commitments. It's not "an easy way out".
REFERRAL PROCESS
Each Restorative Justice referral results in a personalized plan focused on working collaboratively and holistically to take specific action to address harm. Plans are forward-focused with the goal of effecting positive change and building stronger, healthier relationships and communities.
Referrals can come from any of the 4 stages of the criminal process:
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Victim-serving agencies may make referrals at any point.
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Relationally focused – attention to interconnection, seeking to understand and promote just relationships between individuals, groups, and communities
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Comprehensive and holistic – takes into account histories, contexts, and causes of harm and their impacts
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Inclusive and participatory – culturally grounded and trauma-informed, attentive to the needs of parties and the safety and well-being of participants
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Responsive – contextual and flexible practice; accessible, efficient, and effective processes informed by data and knowledge
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Focused on promoting individual and collective accountability and responsibility
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Collaborative and non-adversarial – among parties to the process, system partners, and community partners
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Forward-focused
