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"If we compared the health and justice services data on missingness, we would see a huge overlap with the same people." In @TheScotsman this week, @karynmccluskey explains how many varied factors can affect a person's ability to attend an appointment ⬇️ scotsman.com/news/opinion/c…

❔Have you signed up yet? Along with @ComJusScot we are having a Community Interventions and Support Directory event this week! ⬇️ Sign up with the link! buytickets.at/scottishrecove…

"The society we’ve created often limits connection but, for me, the importance of being part of community is all the more important as divisions rise." As we begin 2025 @karynmccluskey reflects on ways we can come together to encourage unity ⬇️ scotsman.com/news/opinion/c…

A brilliant project by @PerthandKinross that is making a tangible difference to the lives of children and young people who are impacted by the justice system. Find out more in this thread 👇

“All we need to do is look at the next generation, our children and the children of others, who are ready and waiting to rebuild the flawed world that we have left them.” @karynmccluskey talks about her trust in young people, in @TheScotsman ⬇️ scotsman.com/news/opinion/c…

@ClacksCouncil @ScotGovJustice @ApexAlloa @sasoscotland Fantastic work!

The Community Payback Unpaid Work Team has recently rebuilt and reinstated a safety barrier at Tillicoultry Glen and a bridge at Bow Wood, Sauchie. orlo.uk/6OAhH @ScotGovJustice @ApexAlloa @ComJusScot @sasoscotland #smartjustice #justicepriorities

🎬 Discover the power of #RestorativeJustice through film! This Fri 6th–Sun 8th Dec, join “Light: A Collection of Three Films That Cast the Light on Those Affected by Crime” by @space2face in the stunning Shetland Islands. Info & Tickets: tickets.shetlandarts.org/sales/categori… #RJinScotland

In @TheScotsman this week our chief executive @karynmccluskey writes about this year's @BBCRadio4 #ReithLectures in which Forensic Psychotherapist, Dr Gwen Adshead, addresses pertinent questions about violence whilst reflecting on her extensive career ⬇️ scotsman.com/news/opinion/c…

The #RJWeek may be over but our RJ team is out and about, continuing to spread the word about restorative justice and how it works. Thanks to @StirUni for hosting us and to the students for their engagement and insightful questions.

@StirlingUniCrim @StirUni Thank you so much for having us! It was a pleasure to speak with your postgraduate students at @StirUni. Their enthusiasm and thoughtful questions made for a truly engaging session, and we’re thrilled to see such interest in restorative justice and community justice.

Interested in learning more about Restorative Justice following #RJWeek2024? We offer a variety of resources on our website & the latest progress updates on the RJ service development in Scotland.   communityjustice.scot/learning-hub/r…   #RestorativeScotland

#RJWeek2024 draws to a close & to wrap up, we're sharing a blog much relevant in today’s world divided by political violence and social tensions.   Read ‘How Restorative Justice Can Repair The Broken And Heal The Harm’ by @IVelaviciute   communityjustice.scot/blogs/how-rest…   #RJWorks

For #RJWeek2024, we share Gael Cochrane’s work with the @EuForumRJ on Gender-Based Violence & Restorative Justice.   Read Gael’s blog, explore the publication of testimonies from survivors who engaged in RJ, and learn about its launch event on 25 Nov:   communityjustice.scot/blogs/helping-…

📣New Interview! @ClaiRJMaking talks about the intersection of art and restorative justice used to address political violence and terrorism, and an arts exhibition that has been born from restorative dialogues. 👇  communityjustice.scot/blogs/how-we-t…   #RJWeek2024 #RestorativeScotland

How can we bridge divides and foster understanding in an increasingly polarised world? Restorative justice offers a path to healing by addressing harm, promoting understanding, and creating spaces for meaningful dialogue and connection. #RJWeek2024 #RestorativeScotland #RJWorks

📢 Join the Scottish Network of Restorative Justice Researchers for a FREE webinar on Restorative Justice & Serious Crime. 📅 Fri 22 Nov, 10 AM - 1 PM (GMT) Don’t miss out – registration closes today at 2 PM! #RJWeek2024 #RestorativeScotland #RJWorks

🎶 Don’t miss Listening to Distant Voices: When and Why Punishment Fails? event this Friday in Glasgow, with live music, spoken word, and thought-provoking discussion. Get your tickets here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/listening-to… @scottishprisons

💡 New Guest Blog by John Nonhebel from Prison Fellowship Scotland: “Prison tells people their voices no longer matter. Let’s challenge that and listen with compassion.” 👉 Read here: communityjustice.scot/blogs/we-need-… #PrisonersWeek & #RJWeek2024