Susan Sharpe was guiding light that illuminated pathways of healing, accountability, and transformation. While her absence is deeply felt, her teachings and wisdom will never vanish. They live on in the principles she instilled, the lives she touched, and the practitioners she inspired. Her …
Resources & Books
Why Indigenous Peoples Are Over-Incarcerated in Canada
Below is a link to a nine minute video summarizing the injustice to Indigenous people from the present criminal justice system. Four people – Chris Beaver, Pam Palmater, Howard Sapers and Harry Laforme - explain how and why we got here and what needs to be done. The video presents a startling …
Encountering the Other – Victim Offender Dialogue in Serious Crime
Abstract: This study examines the Canadian Victim Offender Mediation Program (VOMP) to determine the answers to the primary research question: What are the major impacts and outcomes of facilitating dialogue encounters between victims and offenders in crimes involving severe …
Why Youth Will ‘Like’ Our “Little Black Book”
What does our Youth Black Book contain? It’s not what you think. It does list important numbers and it is a valuable item for young people. But, it’s actually an online resource guide for youth in the Fraser Valley. For at-risk youth, it could be a lifesaver. The Community Justice …
The Evolution of Restorative Justice Initiatives: Why You Should Read “Recommended Principles and Standards for Restorative Justice Providers in Criminal Matters”
During 2015-2016, Community Justice Initiatives BC (CJI) partnered with community agencies and practitioners across British Columbia to work toward the development of shared practice standards within the field of Restorative Justice. The resulting document, entitled “Recommended Principles and …
