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"Restorative Justice is fundamentally different from retibutive justice. It is justice that puts energy into th future, not into what is past. It focuses on what needs to be healed, what needs to be repaided, what needs to be learned in the wake of crime. It looks at what needs to be strengthened if such things are not to happen again."
-Susan Sharpe, Restorative Justice: A Vision for Healing and Change, 1998
Our Philosophy:
The Center for Restorative Youth Justice has adopted the alternative philosophy of justice and crime prevention that focuses on the people and communities harmed by crime. In contrast to the court system, where the accused young person is represented by counsel and a judge determines his or her punishment. The Restorative Justice philosophy embraced by the Center brings together those most affected by the crime to help determine what the young person may do to begin to make amends. We are able to offer several programs to assist youth in recognizing the impact of their behavior, accepting responsibility, and repairing the harm caused. To be eligible for participation, a young person must accept responsibility for their offense and be prepared to stand accountable to victims, community members and their own families.
Our Mission:
The Center for Restorative Youth Justice is a community-based private non-profit organization dedicated to building safer communities by encouraging community/youth partnerships, emphasizing direct youthful accountability, and restoring victim well-being by providing innovative services committed to strengthening and improving the lives of youth, their families and our community.
We believe:
● youth are valuable assets who represent the future of our community.
● Teamwork, building competence, and a willingness to embrace change are the foundations of our success.
● Collaboration and partnerships build strong communities
● Providing the opportunity to bring together young offenders, affected victims, and community assist in repairing harm.
● Measuring the results of services promotes effectiveness and accountability.
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50 Second Street East, Suite 130130 | Phone: (406) 257-7400 | Fax: 406-257-7494 | ©Copyright Center for Restorative Youth Justice 08/21/2008
