Restorative Justice as a Human Right: Celebrating Human Rights Day
On December 10, recognized globally as Human Rights Day, we are pleased to share the Manifesto for Restorative Justice and Human Rights, recently released by the European Forum for Restorative Justice. NACRJ contributed to the discussions that informed this document and is a proud signer. The manifesto highlights the deep alignment between restorative justice principles and universal human rights, and calls for greater access to restorative approaches across all communities.
This international effort reflects a shared commitment to using restorative justice as an instrument to uphold human rights and to recognize access to restorative justice as an inherent component of existing justice and human rights protections. We hope this document will contribute to ongoing global work to establish restorative justice within the human rights framework and to ensure that restorative options are available to all who seek them.
If you or your organization would like to sign the Manifesto, you can do so directly on the website.
As we honor Human Rights Day and the global movement toward restorative approaches, we also want to make sure you have everything you need for the upcoming NACRJ Conference as we approach our early-bird registration deadline on Monday, December 15, 2025. After this date, prices will increase to the regular rates.
Here’s your quick checklist to get ready:
Register here for NACRJ 2026.
Book your hotel room at the discounted rate.
Reserve your exhibitor booth - contact conference@nacrj.org.
Review the Sponsorship Deck.
Consider a contribution from you or your organization.
Secure your spot now at our best rate and join us for an unforgettable gathering in New Orleans, July 7–10, 2026!