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Want to help create a safe, healthy community?
A Restorative Justice philosophy is at the heart of all of our programs. A distinctive of Restorative Justice is involving community members in a meaningful way to create opportunities for healing and resolution in situations of crime, conflict, and abuse.
Rather than over-professionalizing our important peace-building activities, CJI staff equip and support well-trained volunteers as they carry out our frontline work. CJI staff coordinate services while volunteers deliver them.
Ways you could make a difference with CJI:
If you are interested in volunteering with CJI please register for the next Agency Orientation:
CJI values diversity and fosters inclusion in our community.
NOTE: Our volunteer screening process includes a criminal records check. Past involvement with the justice system does not necessarily exclude you from volunteering with CJI. Discuss any concerns with our Volunteer Coordinator.
For a full list of upcoming volunteer trainings, see https://cjiwr.com/events/
If you have any questions, or would like more information about volunteering, student placements, internships or co-ops, contact CJI Volunteer Coordinator Melissa Horvath-Lucid at melissahl@cjiwr.com or call 519-744-6549 ext. 245
Mel Horvath-Lucid
Community & Volunteer Engagement Coordinator
During our 40+ year history, we have continuously responded to community needs by creatively, and innovatively applying restorative justice principles to new problems. We believe the only limit to the power of restorative justice is the capacity of the human heart to change and grow.
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