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community focused resultsRJP, Inc. brings the community together to support those representing the role of victims, offenders, families, and other key stakeholders in a restorative justice process to help those who have offended understand the implications of their actions and provide those who have been victimized a voice in the restitution.
In a restorative justice process, the person who has done harm takes responsibility for his/her actions and the person who has been harmed can take a central role in the process. Restorative processes, which foster dialogue, show the highest rates of victim satisfaction, true accountability by the offender, and reduced recidivism. |
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the experience“Restorative justice is a process to involve, to the extent possible, those who have a stake in a specific offense ... and to collectively identify and address harms, needs and obligations, in order to heal and put things as right as possible.” Howard Zehr |
the results
“I chose to meet with the 16-year-old who burglarized my home. The meeting gave this young man the chance to rejoin the community as a productive member rather than become an outcast. He’s now on track to complete his high school education.” Adult male |
the effects
“I never knew how stealing could affect people’s lives and how it affects our community in so many different ways.” 15-year-old Merchant Accountability Panel participant |
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VORP
VICTIM OFFENDER RECONCILIATION PROGRAM
Supported and funded by the Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act, VORP is a restorative process that provides those who have been harmed the opportunity to meet the juvenile cited in the offense in a safe and structured setting. VORP’s goal is to hold the offending party directly accountable for his/her behavior and to give the victimized individual the opportunity of ask questions and have a direct voice in the process of restoration. VORP aspires to “make things as right as possible” with all involved, including members the community. FIND OUT MORE |
RJ IN THE SCHOOLS
RESTORATIVE JUSTICE
IN SCHOOLS Restorative Justice in Schools Program (RJ in Schools) was started in 2010 partnering with one elementary school district and now has grown to actively serve nearly 25 schools spanning five districts and grades K-12. RJ in the Schools offers professional development training for staff, peer mediation training for students, practical tools for community building and finding solutions with one another. FIND OUT MORE Film (below) 2016/17 partners |
VICTIM IMPACT
VICTIM IMPACT PROGRAM (VIP) provides an opportunity for people who have been victims of crime to have their voices heard by referred participants in an accountable and safe environment. In collaboration with a locally-based Bureau of Speakers and site partners, VIP courses are currently offered for youth and adults in several institutional and community settings in Monterey County. Multi-session, group-based courses are supported by an established curriculum and invite the shared advancement of healing among those involved.
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RJP, Inc. Please write to us or fill out the form and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Or Contact Us at [email protected] Restorative Justice Partners, Inc 229 Reindollar Ave., Suite B Marina, CA 93933 No unsolicited sales, offer inquiries please. |
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