District of Massachusetts Restorative Justice Program

The Restorative Justice Program is a voluntary program that centers the needs of victims and survivors and encourages both a meaningful acceptance of responsibility and a commitment to repair harm on the part of offenders. Based on indigenous teachings and practices, the RJP is grounded in principles of respect, authenticity, interconnectedness, accountability, and support.

To learn more about the District’s Restorative Justice Program, click here.

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Restorative Justice Facilitator Development Initiative

The District of Massachusetts invites applications for its first Restorative Justice Facilitator Development Initiative (“Initiative”). Participants will review and explore the principles of restorative justice and their application in the District’s Restorative Justice Program. The Initiative will consist of a four-day experiential and classroom component, planned for June 2025, and a year-long apprenticeship component. After completion of both components, participants will be eligible to serve and be compensated as facilitators in the District’s Restorative Justice Program.

To access the application for the Restorative Justice Facilitator Development Initiative, due January 31, 2025, click here: PDF | DOCX