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Check out our NACRJ Reel!
Check out our NACRJ Reel! This summer, NACRJ recorded a new video that explores NACRJ’s founding, growth, and impact through the voices of its founders and past and present Board Presidents. This nine-minute video features Dr. Michael J. Gilbert, Dr. Fania Davis, Professor Joanne Katz, Dr. Mark Umbreit, Mrs. Sheryl R. Wilson, and Dr. Teiahsha…
Read MoreAnnouncing Changes to the NACRJ Board of Directors
Announcing Changes to the NACRJ Board of Directors Congratulations to the following NACRJ Board members on their election to new positions: Thalia González, President Chauna Perry Finch, Vice President Amy Dallas, Treasurer Dr. Kathy Evans, Secretary We are excited for Thalia as she steps into her role as Board President, and we look forward to…
Read MoreRemembering Eric Butler
Remembering Eric Butler Eric Butler and Dr. Fania Davis from when they received the Dennis Maloney Award for Youth-Based Community & Restorative Justice at the 2013 NACRJ Conference. NACRJ honors the memory of Eric Butler who recently passed away on August 4, 2024. Eric was a longtime leader in community and restorative justice whose work…
Read MoreRemembering Ted Lewis
Remembering Ted Lewis In Memoriam Ted Lewis, a beloved member of the NACRJ Board of Directors, passed away on July 23, 2024, just two months after learning of his cancer diagnosis. A dedicated member of the NACRJ community for over a decade, Ted served on the inaugural Advisory Council from 2014 to 2017 before being…
Read MoreExperts 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…
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