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restorative

[ri-stawr-uh-tiv, -stohr-] / rɪˈstɔr ə tɪv, -ˈstoʊr- /




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Restorative justice is a process that allows victims to speak to perpetrators about the impact of a crime, while giving perpetrators the chance to take accountability, offer an explanation and address the harm they caused.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

Restorative Reproductive Medicine won’t make it any easier for them to have a baby, but it will make them feel worse about themselves — which was always the point.

From Salon • Aug. 8, 2025

Restorative justice: Inside the education course for soccer’s banned fans.

From New York Times • May 2, 2024

The research team also works to amplify younger voices in these discussions by facilitating a Restorative Community-Police Dialogue Circle practicum course for Seattle University students, now in its second year.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 14, 2023

Restorative justice is sometimes used in Alameda County as an alternative to criminal court for juveniles accused of felonies, a process known as diversion because the accused is diverted away from criminal court.

From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater




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