Restorative justice

The restorative justice approach recognizes that crime is wrong and should not occur. But in its aftermath there are both “dangers” and “opportunities.” The danger is that the community and the crime victim emerge from the experience more damaged, disrespected and feeling less safe. An offender may frequently be more alienated and less cooperative with society. The opportunity is that injustice is recognized, people are restored and future behavior is clarified so that participants are safer, more respectful and more empowered to make things right.

What is MCRJ’s Youth Program?

MCRJ’s Youth Program is a spin-off of our program for adult offenders.  MCRJ began serving juvenile clients through our Peer-Conferencing Program in May 2007.