Advanced Restorative Justice (CRJU 325)

Term: 2022-2023 - Spring

Faculty

Patricia A WayShow MyInfo popup for Patricia A Way

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Schedule

Tue-Thu, 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM (1/17/2023 - 5/10/2023) Location: MAIN SJ 241

Description

This course provides opportunities to examine more deeply the values, principles, and practices of restorative justice (RJ) in an interpersonal, societal, and global context. Through an RJ lens, we will look at critical issues and topics, such as “othering,” victimization, closure, forgiveness, and leadership. Our study of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of South Africa, Family Group Conferencing in Australia and New Zealand, and the Circle Process will move our examination from theory to practice. With practice in mind, we want to consider the following questions throughout the course: How does the RJ philosophy connect to my everyday life? How can what I’m learning make a difference in me and those around me? How can I implement the values, principles, and practices of RJ in my relationships and community? This course is experiential and dialogue-oriented with the aid of readings, videos, interactive learning experiences, and writing, all leading to final group projects that