Frequently asked questions about RJ Durham
Is Restorative Justice Durham a government program?
No. Restorative Justice Durham is a group of volunteers who are sponsored by the Religious Coalition for a Nonviolent Durham. Our work rests in the diverse experience of over 70 trained facilitators, people of many faiths (and no particular faith) whose shared values guide everything we do.
Doesn't restorative justice just let people off the hook?
Restorative justice focuses on the needs of the people and communities who were harmed by wrongdoing. People who have caused harm have an opportunity to take responsibility for their actions. Together, everyone who has been affected creates a plan to repair the harm as much as possible.
How do you decide who you're going to help with a restorative justice process?
We receive referrals from the Criminal Justice Resource Center’s Misdemeanor Diversion Program, the Durham County court system, and other community sources, such as schools and individual community members.
I'm having a conflict with someone. Can Restorative Justice help me?
Restorative Justice Durham might be able to help you work with someone to repair harm. To find out if we can help with your situation, contact restorativejusticedurham@gmail.com. Please note that we are not an arbitration or mediation service.
How can I volunteer?
Please join one of our monthly community circles to get to know us. To find out when the next community circle is, send an email to restorativejusticedurham@gmail.com. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, facilitation training is offered every few months.
What happens in community circles?
Community circles are an opportunity to listen to other volunteers and to share restorative justice values. Often, we take turns responding to a particular prompt, such as "what does it mean to make 'good trouble'?"
No. Restorative Justice Durham is a group of volunteers who are sponsored by the Religious Coalition for a Nonviolent Durham. Our work rests in the diverse experience of over 70 trained facilitators, people of many faiths (and no particular faith) whose shared values guide everything we do.
Doesn't restorative justice just let people off the hook?
Restorative justice focuses on the needs of the people and communities who were harmed by wrongdoing. People who have caused harm have an opportunity to take responsibility for their actions. Together, everyone who has been affected creates a plan to repair the harm as much as possible.
How do you decide who you're going to help with a restorative justice process?
We receive referrals from the Criminal Justice Resource Center’s Misdemeanor Diversion Program, the Durham County court system, and other community sources, such as schools and individual community members.
I'm having a conflict with someone. Can Restorative Justice help me?
Restorative Justice Durham might be able to help you work with someone to repair harm. To find out if we can help with your situation, contact restorativejusticedurham@gmail.com. Please note that we are not an arbitration or mediation service.
How can I volunteer?
Please join one of our monthly community circles to get to know us. To find out when the next community circle is, send an email to restorativejusticedurham@gmail.com. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, facilitation training is offered every few months.
What happens in community circles?
Community circles are an opportunity to listen to other volunteers and to share restorative justice values. Often, we take turns responding to a particular prompt, such as "what does it mean to make 'good trouble'?"