the Restorative Justice Council

The Restorative Justice Council (RJC) is a professional organization that promotes and supports the use of restorative justice practices within the criminal justice system. Restorative justice focuses on repairing harm caused by crime through facilitated conversations between victims, offenders, and community members. The RJC sets standards, provides training, and ensures quality practice among practitioners to help facilitate these processes effectively and ethically. Its goal is to foster healing, accountability, and reconciliation, ultimately reducing reoffending and supporting the needs of those affected by crime.