About Us

Our Mission

To develop, promote and stimulate restorative justice knowledge and policy in Africa through research, training, practice and legislative advocacy.

Our Vision

Advancement of Restorative Justice Principles, Values and Practices in Africa and to bring Peace and Justice closer to the people.

Our Values

Truth, Accountability for harms, Equity and Social Justice, the creation of a 'safe and respectful' environment, a positive commitment to 'repair' and 'voluntary' participation

Our Services

  • Promote Restorative Justice Research, training, practice and consultancy on issues for Victims, Offenders, Conflict Resolution and Peace Buidling in Africa
  • Promote legislative advocacy and dialogue with policymakers and parliamentarians in African nations.
  • Promote Peace processes in Africa and make representations to the African Union, and Regional bodies.
  • Promote International Partnerships and Collaborations for Knowledge exchange and Best Practice.
  • Provide Membership, guidelines and Ethical Code of Conduct for Restorative Justice Practitioners in Africa

Our Training

  • Restorative Justice Practitioners Training
    • This is a three day training course that equips participants with the skills and techniques on how to successfully run/facilitate a Restorative Justice/Mediation meeting/conference. This training is tailored to meet the needs of Police Officers, Prison and Probation Officers, Magistrates, Prosecutors, Teachers, Community Members and Students. On completion participants will received accredited Restorative Justice Practitioner’s Certificate.
  • Foundation in Restorative Justice Practice

    • This is a one day training in the use and understanding of RJ principles and processes in community, workplace and schools and within the Criminal Justice System. This training is suitable for teachers, housing officers, police officers, Anti-Social Behaviour Investigators, supervisors and Local Councillors, Lawyers and Magistrates. The training equips participants with the skills and knowledge to identify cases suitable for RJ and how the process works. On completion participants will received a Foundation Certificate in Restorative Justice Practice.