Newsflash November 2024 / II Special Edition

Special Edition: #RJWeek 2024 - November (II)

It's Restorative Justice Week!

The International Restorative Justice Week begins this Sunday (November 17th)! Join us in the global campaign and celebrations with the theme “The Promise of Restorative Justice in a Polarising World.” This is an opportunity to share your message about restorative justice, reflect on its impact, and celebrate the remarkable work done in our professional communities. Here's how you can get involved:

➥ In this edition, we feature a big range of events happening globally to mark #RJWeek. Don’t miss out: check out the interactive #RJWeek map & calendar for events interesting for you!

➥ Be part of the campaign! Read about this year's theme and its relevance to current global challenges. You can also download campaign materials (banners, images) and share them on social media or add them to your own materials.

➥ Running a last-minute event or missed submitting your event details? No worries—send us your information, and we’ll continue to highlight your events throughout the week.

➥ Help amplify the #RJWeek celebrations! Share posts, comment, and interact on social media using #RJWeek & #RJWeek2024. Send us photos from your event to be featured!

Happy Restorative Justice Week to all!

Restorative Justice Week Magazine

The Restorative Justice Week Magazine, published by the European Forum for Restorative Justice (EFRJ) for Restorative Justice Week 2024, offers an in-depth exploration of this year's theme: “The Promise of Restorative Justice in a Polarising World.” From the testimonies of the Parents Circle connecting Israeli and Palestinian bereaved parents through the reflections by members of the group of people affected by the 2016 Brussels terrorist attacks to the European Restorative Justice Award recipient The Encounter of the Encounters group, it includes moving accounts on how restorative justice can address the divisions within our societies. It also presents the significance of the Restorative Justice Week, and gives a snippet of the abundance of events organised around the world to mark the campaign. There is many more in it! Please download and share the magazine widely to support the cause of #RJWeek. You are also welcome to print it and use it on your events!

2024 Restorative Justice Week Magazine

#RJWeek: Belgium & the EFRJ

Restorative Carillon Concert

In collaboration with Leuven Restoratiev City the European Forum for Restorative Justice (EFRJ) is hosting the Restorative Carillon Concert on 20th November 2024 at 1 PM CET in Ladeuzeplein, Leuven, Belgium.

Read More Here

Restorative Justice in Local Communities Around the World

The EFRJ is launching the "Restorative Justice in Local Communities Around the World" series, a special initiative in collaboration with the International Institute for Restorative Practices. This five-episode podcast series, marking the 2024 Restorative Justice Week, is released every Thursday of this week!

Read More Here

EFRJ Webinars

Join our upcoming webinars to dive deeper into restorative justice practices. Topics include testimonies on restorative justice and sexual violence.

18 Nov 2024 (4-5:30 pm CET) on Domestic Violence and Restorative Justice
25 Nov 2024 (4-5:30 pm CET) Launch and testimonies for "From Survivors to Survivors"

For more information or to register, check our website or contact us directly.

#RJWeek: Spain

Victimología corporativa

On the 19th of Noveber, at the University of Basque Country, a roundtable will discuss what restorative justice can offer to companies/corporations at the level of prevention, intervention and reparation of environmental and more than humans harms. Another roundtable, online and offline, from 16:30-17:45 CEST will hold a debate on applying Restorative Justice research results to terrorism. To receive more details email Gema Varona.

Narrativas Restaurativas

This event will highlight how restorative justice can create spaces for dialogue and understanding in a conflict-ridden, polarised world. Hosted by the Government of Navarre, the event will be in Spanish on November 18th. To receive more details email Jorge Ollero.

Challenges of Restorative Justice in Different Contexts

To celebrate International Restorative Justice Week the Sociedad Científica de Justicia Restaurativa is organising an international conversation in collaboration with Eges Bolivia and the Sociedad Cientifica de Justicia Restaurativa. On November 18th and 20th at 23 pm CET.

#RJWeek: France

"Je verrai toujours vos visages"

A film screening featuring the movie "All Your Faces" will be held at the following locations:

20th November at 8:30 pm at the Cabaret l'Escale in Migennes
21st November at 8:15 pm at the Les Montreurs d’Images cinema in Agen
22nd November at 9:00 am in Espace Média Grand Narbonne
22nd November at 7:30 pm in Cinéma Mégarama in Chalon-sur-Saône (With a discussion after the movie)

Ciné-débat "Rencontre avec mon agresseur"

On November 18th at 8:30 pm, there will be a screening of the movie, "Recontre avec mon agresseur". This will take place in l'Hôtel de Ville in Tonnerre.

Ciné-débat "Téhachapi"

On November 21st at 7:30 pm, there will be a discussion at CGR Cinema in Auxerre following the screening of Tehachapi. The event will cover restorative justice, support for individuals under judicial supervision, and highlight the work of personality investigators, probation officers, and cultural activities in detention.

Journée de sensibilisation

A restorative justice awareness day will be held at the Auch Judicial Court. The IFJR will be present, and you can explore the book "Pardonner" by Anaïs Gletty and Nathalie Mazier. This event is open to the public and will be on the 18th of November.

La justice Restaurative sur le Ressort du Tribunal Judiciaire

Awareness of existing systems, sharing of experiences, and presentations by professionals. Organized by IFJR and taking place in Lille.

#RJWeek: Italy

"Ten Years - Ten Lectures": Tenth Anniversary of CeSGReM

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of CeSGReM, ten lectures were held, two for each continent, across five days. This series aimed to provide a global, multi-perspective overview of evolving restorative justice practices, and reflecting on the transformations and challenges of restorative justice worldwide. This event took place on the 15th of November.

Crisi della Giustizia Penale e Rimedi "Riparativi"

This training event will examine Legislative Decree no. 150/2022 on restorative justice within the context of adult and juvenile criminal proceedings. The event is aimed at legal professionals and it will take place on the 20th of November.

Prevenzione e contrasto alla violenza di genere in Lombardia

On November 21st at 9:00 am in Varese there will be a conference to present the results of the research conducted by the CeSGReM research centre in synergy with Polis-Lombardia on victim assistance activities in Lombardy with particular reference to victims of gender-based violence.

Nuovi Sguardi Sulla Giustizia

Screening of a little cineforum about other looks at justice. The movie is "I nostri ieri" and tells the story of a film workshop in an Italian prison and how, through storytelling we begin to tell the story of the people involved in the crime.

Un'altra Giustizia E' Gia' Possibile

On the 22nd of November this event will be about guests talking about their experience with restorative justice. Especially relevant is the presence of former magistrate Gherardo Colombo and Lucia Montanino.

A Conversation With Bernhard Hulla

On November 27th at the Willy Brandt Foundation in Rome, Bernhard Hulla will discuss restorative justice's impact on vulnerable communities, prisons, and social growth.

#RJWeek: United Kingdom

Communicating Restorative Justice effectively

Join Why Me? on November 21st for an online workshop during Restorative Justice Week, where they'll explore effective ways to communicate Restorative Justice.

Paving the way to a restorative future

The Restorative Justice Council’s 2024 annual conference will be held on November 15th and November 18th. The event focuses on the power of restorative practice to foster self-driven solutions in education, community, home, and justice settings.

Read Here

Reflections on a Practice Framework for Restorative Justice with Dr Steve Kirkwood

On the 20th November, Dr. Steve Kirkwood will discuss his Practice Framework for Restorative Justice, exploring the connections between values, principles, and practice.

Webinar on Restorative Justice and Serious Crime

The Scottish Network of Restorative Justice Researchers will host a webinar on Restorative Justice and Serious Crime on November 22, from 11:00 am. The event will explore local and international research and practices, with a focus on applying these insights to Scotland.

#RJWeek: Ireland

Launch of two new Restorative Justice Educational Videos

On the 22nd of November, The Minister of State at the Department of Justice will launch two new videos for those interested in developing their skills in delivering restorative justice interventions:

1) Using Motivational Interviewing Processes to Enhance Engagement in Restorative Justice

2) Using Motivational Interviewing Techniques to Help Facilitate Restorative Justice

#RJWeek: Denmark and Finland

3 different approaches to practicing Restorative Justice

Public meeting arranged by Foreningen for genoprettende retfaerdighed og praksis on November 19th from 17-19h

RÖNSY-Webinar, Glimmers of Light

The online webinar hosted by Suomen Sovittelufoorumi and the VERSO program on November 21st will explore the importance of a restorative culture in addressing children's behaviour.

#RJWeek: Slovakia and Estonia

"Chráňme ženy a deti pred násilím"

LUNA, n.o. is hosting its 6th annual conference, "Protect Women and Children Against Violence," on November 19th. The conference will explore violence as a three-part story: the victim, the perpetrator, and the witness, highlighting the interconnectedness of their experiences and the cycle of violence.

Conflicts in our lives and how to deal with them

NGO RuaCrew is organising practical workshops for young people (grades 6 and 7) on how to deal with conflict. These workshops will be held on the 18th of November.

#RJWeek: United States and Canada

Community Building Circle

On the 19th of November, join the National Association of Community and Restorative Justice's (NACRJ) online community sharing circles. This is an online event and registration is free. Click here to learn more and register!

On the 20th of November, West Virginians will gather across the state in libraries, schools, churches, and other venues to celebrate and strengthen communities through Restorative Justice talking circles. For more inforation read here!

National Restorative Justice Symposium

On the 17th to the 19th Noveber, the NRJS annual symposium is host to a national gathering of practitioners, researchers, academics, community members, advocates, systems representatives, policy and lawmakers, educators, other experts and stakeholders interested in restorative justice and its transformative potential.

Read More Here

#RJWeek: South America - Bolivia and Brazil

Desafios de la justicia restaurativa en distintos contextos

'Challenges of Restorative Justice in Different Contexts' will take place on November 18th and 20th at 23:00 CEST via Zoom. Join the International Conversation organized in collaboration with Eges Bolivia and the Sociedad Científica de Justicia Restaurativa.

II Jornada para o Desenvolvimento da Justiça Restaurativa na America Latina

The II Conference focused on Restorative Justice in social inequality and environmental disaster contexts, advancing its development across Latin America.

Read More Here

#RJWeek: Canberra

Contemporary Restorative Practices Conference

The 2024 Conference, held in Canberra from November 21st to the 23rd, will explore the theme "From Awareness to Practice to Transformation." The event offers a valuable opportunity for knowledge exchange across Australia, New Zealand, Oceania, and beyond, preparing participants for future restorative work supporting healing and community wellbeing.

Read More Here

#RJWeek: South Asia - India and Nepal

Using Art Therapy for Restorative Justice

The event is hosted at the Open Door Collective and The Centre for Restoration. A group art therapy session, exploring themes of harm, healing, and accountability through creative expression.

Conference on Restorative Justice and Essay Prize

The First South Asian Restorative Justice Essay Prize, a collaboration between the Nepal Forum for Restorative Justice and Kathmandu University School of Law, aims to promote innovative restorative justice principles among future legal professionals in South Asia.

Read More Here

#RJWeek: Nigeria

Restorative Justice Stakeholders' Meeting

A meeting of Stakeholders in the Lagos State Criminal Justice Sector to discuss how far Restorative Justice has been adopted in the sector, it's achievements, challenges and considering how to make Restorative Justice have greater impact and benefit more acceptable in the Lagos State's criminal justice sector.

3rd Winter Academy – Early Bird Registration Open!

Join us February 3rd to 7th, 2025, for an immersive training in Leuven focused on Imprisonment and Restorative Justice and Basic Restorative Skills. Build practical skills for challenging settings, learn from international experts, and explore new approaches to justice.

Early bird registration is open until December 15th — reserve your spot at a reduced rate!