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Experts describe how restorative justice can be implemented in schools
Experts describe how restorative justice can be implemented in schools READ FULL ARTICLE HERE
Read MoreAnnouncing Our New NACRJ Board Vice President, Thalia González!
Announcing Our New NACRJ Board Vice President, Thalia González! Thalia joined the NACRJ Board in November 2022 and assumed the role of Vice President in March 2024. She is a Professor of Law at the University of California College of Law and a Senior Scholar in the Center on Poverty and Inequality at Georgetown University…
Read MoreRemembering Mary Johnson-Roy
Remembering Mary Johnson-Roy NACRJ honors the memory of Mary Johnson-Roy who recently passed away on March 27, 2024 at the age of 71. In 1993, Mary Johnson’s only son, 20-year-old Laramiun Byrd, was murdered. The perpetrator was 16-year-old Oshea Israel who received a 25 year sentence for second degree murder. Mary visited Oshea in prison…
Read MoreDenver’s Bruce Randolph School uses art as a restorative practice
Denver’s Bruce Randolph School uses art as a restorative practice READ MORE
Read MoreAnnouncing the 2024 NACRJ Conference Theme, Tracks & Call for Breakout Session Proposals!
Announcing the 2024 NACRJ Conference Theme, Tracks & Call for Breakout Session Proposals! NACRJ is pleased to announce a call for breakout session proposals for the 9th National Conference, set to take place in Washington, D.C. from July 29-August 1, 2024. We are seeking dynamic and engaging presenters to share their insights, experiences, and expertise…
Read MoreFormer NACRJ President Sheryl R. Wilson interviewed for University of Minnesota Alumni Article
Former NACRJ President Sheryl R. Wilson interviewed for University of Minnesota Alumni Article Former NACRJ Board President Sheryl R. Wilson was interviewed about her restorative justice journey for an article in Minnesota Alumni, the University of Minnesota alumni publication. She discusses the complexities, challenges and rewards of her career in restorative justice, as well as…
Read MoreRead This Seminal Article Co-Authored by NACRJ Board President Dr. Teiahsha Bankhead
Read This Seminal Article Co-Authored by NACRJ Board President Dr. Teiahsha Bankhead We encourage you to read this article from the International Catalan Institute for Peace, “The restorative justice path to healing our communities” by Teiahsha Bankhead, Director and CEO of Restorative Justice for Oakland Youth and NACRJ Board President, and Rachel V. Brown, Executive…
Read MoreJoin Us in Welcoming Faith Watkins to the NACRJ Team!
Join Us in Welcoming Faith Watkins to the NACRJ Team! Join us in welcoming Faith Watkins to the NACRJ team! Faith comes to NACRJ as a master of social work student at Metropolitan State University in Denver, Colorado. She lives in Austin, Texas where her passion for social justice work was ignited while volunteering for…
Read MoreMeet New NACRJ Event Coordinator, Robyn Pratt!
Meet New NACRJ Event Coordinator, Robyn Pratt! Hi NACRJ Family! My name is Robyn Pratt (she/her) and I am the new NACRJ Event Coordinator! I currently live in Durham, North Carolina where I get the pleasure of being called daughter, sister, god mom, & cousin to many. I come to this role with more than…
Read MoreImportant Update Regarding Revised Dates for the 2024 NACRJ Conference
Important Update Regarding Revised Dates for the 2024 NACRJ Conference New Conference Dates: July 29-August 1, 2024 Due to unforeseen circumstances, and in support of our commitment to ensuring the accessibility and success of the event for attendees, we have made the decision to reschedule (adjust) the conference dates. The conference venue remains unchanged, and…
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