Restorative Justice Services Christchurch

The meeting was meaningful and sad. I respect these young adults in every way for speaking their mind and giving myself the opportunity to say how sorry and remorseful I am for killing their auntie and breaking up their world of a family, as well as their cousin’s family. This will stay with me my entire life, I can never forget what I have done. All I can do is understand my place in life and move forward to be a better person. Thank you kindly for your time and patience.”

“The one word which is most important to Restorative Justice above all others is respect; respect for all, even those who are different from us, even those who seem to be our enemies”. – Howard Zehr

Christchurch Restorative Services can help by:

arranging a conference at any stage of the criminal justice process – before or after sentencing

facilitating a process where victims of crime can be given a voice and their questions answered

creating an environment where all parties are given a hearing, solutions are explored and agreements can be reached

helping people arrange support systems

assisting with follow up arrangements as necessary

Restorative Justice Aotearoa is a professional association representing the local providers of restorative justice services. Their website is here.

“Healing of grief and loss can begin when harm is acknowledged and justice done”

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