Handbook on Restorative justice programmes

From the perspective of the community
앫 In some jurisdictions, there has been tension over the extent to
which power sharing with the community should be limited and
whether, by involving community residents in the disposition of
cases, statutes are being violated.
앫 The extent to which restorative processes can “restore” or “heal”
communities.
앫 Difficulties in mobilizing and sustaining community involvement in
restorative processes.
앫 Some communities may not have the strength to participate in a
restorative process.
앫 In the wrong context, a restorative programme may exacerbate
power imbalances and tensions within the community.
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