Victim Offender Dialogue

Victim Offender Dialogue is a structured process that enables victims and offenders to communicate directly, often facilitated by a trained mediator. Its purpose is to foster understanding, provide closure, and promote accountability by allowing victims to express how the crime affected them and offenders to acknowledge their actions. This conversation occurs in a safe, controlled environment and is voluntary for both parties. Often used within restorative justice programs, it aims to heal harm, promote empathy, and support the offender’s responsibility and potential for positive change.