Announcing the 10th NACRJ Conference – July 7-10, 2026, in New Orleans!
We are beyond excited to announce that the 10th National Conference on Community and Restorative Justice will take place July 7-10, 2026, in New Orleans, Louisiana! Every NACRJ conference is a powerful space for community building, learning, and transformation-responding to the needs of the time and shaping the future of our field. As we look…
NACRJ Proudly Announces Our New Board Members!
We are thrilled to announce our new NACRJ Board Members, Lorna, DeMointé, and Tyrone, who joined the NACRJ Board of Directors in January. Our new members bring a wealth of restorative justice knowledge and experience to NACRJ leadership, and we are grateful for their leadership and commitment to advancing community and restorative justice. LEARN MORE…
NACRJ Board Members To Present at the Fordham Urban Law Journal Symposium on Restorative Justice
NACRJ is proud to share that two of our esteemed Board members, President Thalia González and Treasurer Amy Dallas, will be featured panelists at the upcoming Fordham Urban Law Journal Symposium on Friday, February 14, 2025 in New York City. This year’s symposium, Restorative Pathways: Reimagining Justice Reform for a Better Tomorrow, brings together scholars and practitioners from…
Reflecting on the 2024 National Conference Opening Ceremony: A Timeless Message for a New Year
As we step into a new year, I find myself reflecting on the moments and words that guide us through times of uncertainty and hope. One of those moments for me has been revisiting the opening ceremony from last summer’s NACRJ conference. In the months since the conference, I have watched the ceremony several times.…
Our 9th NACRJ National Conference Sponsors
Sponsors contribute significantly to our conference’s viability, enabling NACRJ to curate a robust program and offer enriching experiences to participants. Thanks to our sponsors for their support and guidance in promoting the principles and goals of community and restorative justice! Check out our 2024 NACRJ Conference website to learn more about this event. All 9th…
Our 9th NACRJ National Conference Exhibitors
Exhibitors bring a diverse array of resources, services and products that not only showcase the latest advances and innovations within community and restorative justice, but also provide attendees with valuable insights and tools to enhance personal and professional practices. We are immensely grateful to the many exhibitors that were present at this year’s 9th National…
Congratulations to our 2024 NACRJ Grant Recipients!
The NACRJ grant initiative, launched in 2016, has distributed over $55,000.00 to NACRJ members nationwide. The initiative aims to empower and enable organizations and individuals committed to the principles and practices of community and restorative justice to undertake a wide range of meaningful projects. We are proud to share our 2024 Impact Grant and…
Reflecting on the 2024 National Conference on Community and Restorative Justice
This summer, Washington, D.C. and the greater DMV area (District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virgina) served as the host of the 9th National Conference on Community and Restorative Justice, marking a defining moment in the conference’s seventeen-year history. With a record-breaking 1,902 attendees, the event reached new heights, highlighting the growing global interest in community…
Check out our NACRJ Reel!
This summer, NACRJ recorded a new video that explores NACRJ’s founding, growth, and impact through the voices of its founders and past and present Board Presidents. This nine-minute video features Dr. Michael J. Gilbert, Dr. Fania Davis, Professor Joanne Katz, Dr. Mark Umbreit, Mrs. Sheryl R. Wilson, and Dr. Teiahsha Bankhead. It is a tribute…
Announcing Changes to the NACRJ Board of Directors
Congratulations to the following NACRJ Board members on their election to new positions: Thalia González, President Chauna Perry Finch, Vice President Amy Dallas, Treasurer Dr. Kathy Evans, Secretary We are excited for Thalia as she steps into her role as Board President, and we look forward to the leadership and collective vision that she, along…