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Please visit the following sites for other sources of information on restorative justive and/or criminal justice reform.
Other OrganizationsIndependent Academic Research Studies LTD (IARS): A think-tank/research network working with its members to prevent and combat antisocial behaviour and violence in all its forms. They are primarily interested in research and implementation projects in restorative justice, alternative dispute resolution, criminal justice and human rights. Murder Victims for Human Rights (MVFHR): MVFHR is an international non-governmental organization which believes that survivors of homicide victims have a recognized stake in the debate over how societies respond to murder and have the moral authority to ask for a consistent human rights ethic as part of that response.
Murder Victims' Families for Reconciliation (MVFR): MVFR is a national organization of family members of both homicide and state killings. MVFR advocates for programs and policies that reduce the rate of homicide and promote crime prevention and alternatives to violence. Additionally, the organization supports programs that address the needs of victims, helping them to rebuild their lives. Prison Fellowship International (PFI): PFI is a global Christian ministry responding to the needs of prisoners, ex-prisoners, victims, and those affected by crime. PFI's Center for Justice & Reconciliation assists national Prison Fellowship organizations in promoting justice. It also seeks to be a catalyst in the field of restorative justice. The Center's Web site provides a wealth of information concerning restorative justice practitioners, programs, and research. Survivors Advocating For an Effective System (SAFES): Represents the voice of survivors who believe in a restorative system of criminal justice. They are an organization of survivors, relatives and friends who seek a new vision for our criminal justice system. They believe that real reduction in victimization comes from a researched and humane approach, rather than one motivated by a desire for retribution. Survivors of Murder Victims : publishes a monthly newsletter and provides information and insight to victims. It reaches out to families of murder victims as well as to law enforcement agencies and legal assns. Tariq Khamisa Foundation (TKF): Tariq Khamisa Foundation was founded by Azim Khamisa after the 1995 shooting death of his 20-year-old son Tariq by a 14-year-old gang member. TKF is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to "stopping children from killing children" and breaking the cycle of youth violence. Resorative Justice Books, Videos & ToolsVictim-Offender Reconciliation Program Information and Resource CenterCentre for Justice and Reconciliation Book ReviewsTake, The Movie |
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