National Association of Community and Restorative Justice (NACRJ)

The NACRJ grant initiative, launched in 2016, has distributed over $55,000.00 to NACRJ members nationwide. The initiative aims to empower and enable organizations and individuals committed to the principles and practices of community and restorative justice to undertake a wide range of meaningful projects. We are proud to share our 2024 Impact Grant and Mini-Grant recipients - check them out and learn more about our grant initiative: https://lnkd.in/eG7Px8ab #NACRJ #restorativejustice #communityjustice #communityprojects #grants #impact #healing

This summer, Washington, D.C. and the greater DMV area (District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virgina) served as the host of the 9th National Conference on Community and Restorative Justice, marking a defining moment in the conference’s seventeen-year history. With a record-breaking 1,902 attendees, the event reached new heights, highlighting the growing global interest in community and restorative justice. This year’s gathering, themed "Re-Envisioning our Legacies: A Defining Moment," was especially significant, drawing participants from 48 U.S. states, several Canadian provinces, and numerous countries worldwide. Read the full recap of this year's conference by Executive Director Joel Friesz at our NACRJ News & Blog page: https://lnkd.in/gtWZMzRA #NACRJ #NACRJConference #restorativejustice #communityjustice #DMV #DC #reenvision #criminaljustice #socialjustice #youth #harmreduction #healing

This summer, NACRJ recorded a new video that explores NACRJ's founding, growth, and impact through the voices of its founders and past and present Board Presidents. This nine-minute video features Dr. Michael J. Gilbert, Dr. Fania Davis, Professor Joanne Katz, Dr. Mark Umbreit, Mrs. Sheryl R. Wilson, and Dr. Teiahsha Bankhead. It is a tribute to the dedication and efforts of all those who have helped shape NACRJ into the organization it is today—our founders, board members, advisory council members, NACRJ members, conference attendees, and countless committees and volunteers. We hope you find this video inspiring and a testament to the incredible work being done to further community and restorative justice across the U.S. and beyond. Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/e5GSvU5d #NACRJ #NACRJConference #restorativejustice #communityjustice #harmreduction #healing #DEIJ

Congratulations to the following NACRJ Board members on their election to new positions: Thalia González, President Chauna Perry Finch, Vice President Amy Dallas, Treasurer Dr. Kathy Evans, Secretary We are excited for Thalia as she steps into her role as Board President, and we thank Dr. Teiahsha Bankhead for her outstanding leadership and service as our Past President. We also extend our heartfelt thanks to Lee Rush, whose term on the Board concluded in July. It is with great sadness that we also acknowledge the recent passing of Ted Lewis. Ted’s impact on our community and the field of restorative justice will be remembered and cherished. Learn more about our Board at our NACRJ News & Blog page: https://lnkd.in/eijmrk6f #NACRJ #NACRJboardofdirectors #leadership #NACRJLeadership #restorativejustice #communityjustice

NACRJ honors the memory of Eric Butler who recently passed away on August 4, 2024. Eric was a longtime leader in community and restorative justice whose work touched countless lives. In 2013, Eric received the NACRJ Dennis Maloney Award for Youth-Based Community and Restorative Justice, alongside Dr. Fania Davis—a testament to his profound impact. Learn more about Eric and his work at our website: https://shorturl.at/7ugbz

Ted Lewis, a beloved member of the NACRJ Board of Directors, passed away on July 23, 2024, just two months after learning of his cancer diagnosis. A dedicated member of the NACRJ community for over a decade, Ted served on the inaugural Advisory Council from 2014 to 2017 before being elected to the Board of Directors, where he remained an active and vital leader until his passing. Ted's contributions to the restorative justice movement were profound and far-reaching. His work with faith communities, especially through The Restorative Church Project, exemplified his commitment to bridging the values of justice and faith. For this reason, he was posthumously honored with the Bert Thompson Faith-Based Award at the 9th National Conference on Community and Restorative Justice in Washington, D.C., on August 1, 2024. Learn more about Ted and his legacy at our NACRJ News & Blog page: https://shorturl.at/eXkGI

NACRJ is proud to announce the adoption of a formal statement on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ), affirming its ongoing and deepening commitment to these values. In addition, NACRJ is establishing a DEIJ Committee to further advance and implement these principles across the organization and in its broader community and restorative justice efforts. Read the full statement at our NACRJ News & Blog page: https://lnkd.in/e4a2naRx For more information on how to get involved with the DEIJ Committee, please contact info@nacrj.org. #NACRJ #DEIJ #committee #diversity #equity #inclusion #justice #restorativejustice #communityjustice #socialjustice

There is still time to apply for the NACRJ Board of Directors! We are committed to establishing a Board of Directors that is reflective of the diverse communities we serve throughout the country. As an equal opportunity organization with a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ), we proudly consider all qualified applicants. The deadline to apply is September 30, 2024. For more information and to apply, please visit www.nacrj.org/board.

NACRJ is seeking applications for its Board of Directors! We are committed to establishing a Board of Directors that is reflective of the diverse communities we serve throughout the country. As an equal opportunity organization with a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ), we proudly consider all qualified applicants. The deadline to apply is September 30, 2024. For more information and to apply, please visit www.nacrj.org/board #NACRJ #NACRJBoard #DEI #DEIJ #restorativejustice #communityjustice #healing #harmreduction #Circles #CirclesofPeace #community #diversity #education #youth #criminaljustice

At our recent National Conference we introduced a brand-new black NACRJ t-shirt, which is now available for purchase on our website. In addition to the new black t-shirt, our traditional colors of red, blue, and orange are also available! You can purchase yours our NACRJ Store: https://lnkd.in/eTxJr9Pt. Show your support and represent NACRJ in style! #NACRJ #nacrjshop #restorativejustice #communityjustice #socialjustice #CirclesofPeace #NACRJConference #community #diversity #education #youth