When harm is done or a crime is committed, how do we respond? How do we want to respond?

Do we value getting even or getting healing?

Do we value punishment or accountability?

Revenge or rehabilitation?

Come learn about what our criminal legal system is prioritizing and how we might consider doing things differently. What can justice look like when its end goal is not meting out punishment, but achieving holistic community well-being?

Are you wondering what we mean by "restorative justice"? Check out our explanation of the basics here: RJ Basics Handout.pdf