Reimagining Justice in West Virginia by American Friends Service Committee

By Philip . . . Reimagining Justice in West Virginia – A Virtual Conference on Restorative Practices. The American Friends Service Committee’s goal is to build a culture of restorative justice in West Virginia so that together we can create more safe, just, and equitable communities. To that end, the American Friends Service Committee is hosting this free virtual conference on restorative practices.

About this event
At the Reimagining Justice in West Virginia virtual conference, you’ll hear from seasoned practitioners and restorative justice newcomers alike as we consider what justice is and what it requires of us. You’ll be inspired and better prepared to apply the values and concepts of restorative justice, and you’ll make new and lasting connections so that, together, we can create more safe, just, and equitable communities across West Virginia.

The conference is hosted by The Center for Restorative Justice at West Virginia Wesleyan College, American Friends Service Committee, and Laotong Yoga.

Virtual Conference Agenda
Friday, November 19
6 pm–7:30 pm EST – Keynote Conversation and Q&A with Howard Zehr

Saturday, November 20
8:30 am–9 am EST – Qi Gong with Shaka Wilkerson

9:15 am–10:30 am EST – Keynote Conversation with Kay Pranis: “What is accountability?”

10:45 am -12 pm EST – Breakout Sessions

  • Breakout A: Restorative Practices in K-12 Schools
  • Breakout B: Restorative Practices in Higher Education
  • Breakout C: Restorative Justice and the WV Legal System: “Where are the Opportunities? Where are the Roadblocks?”
  • Breakout D: Abolition 101

1 pm–2 pm EST – Afternoon Keynote with Ash-Lee Henderson

2 pm–2:30 pm EST – Closing Circle

Additional Event Details and Registration – it’s free!