Overall rating of 4.9 based on 7 Reviews
Kitchener, Ontario
Canada
A non-profit organization, known world-wide as having started the first Restorative Justice program. They provide services in conflict resolution, group support for persons impacted by sexual trauma, and reintegration support for women returning to the community from prison through a weekly community engagement program (Stride Night) and reintegration support circles. All CJI programs are founded on principles of Restorative Justice, a way of addressing conflict and crime that engages the person who caused the harm, people who were affected by the harm, and the community.
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Date Added: 04 11 2011
Humanity at its Peak
Reviewed By: Dolly C
(5/5)
I am a volunteer at CJI and have become part of their three programs for many years now; RESOLVE, STRIDE and REVIVE. The restorative justice model used allows the opportunity for offenders and...
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Date Added: 04 11 2011
Undeniable Excellence
Reviewed By: Elisa M
(5/5)
My time at CJIWR was one of the best learning experiences I have ever had. I met so many inspiring people both within the organization, and while volunteering in the community.
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Date Added: 04 08 2011
Wonderful experience
Reviewed By: Brynn R
(5/5)
My time with CJI, specifically the STRIDE programs, has been an eye opening and wonderful experience. It is a program with so much heart, and they truly strive to make a difference in lives of women...
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Date Added: 04 05 2011
Board member and development committee member
(5/5)
As a board member of community justice initiatives I found it a great learning experience. I learned that restorative justice helps to mend lives so that people who make mistakes and people whose...
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Date Added: 04 05 2011
CJI volunteer review
(4.8/5)
generally absolutely wonderful. the odd endeavour encounters speed bumps but the people at CJI and the other volunteers are incredibly supportive and it is a great atmosphere and opportunity.
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Date Added: 04 05 2011
Enhancement of relationships and effective solutions
Reviewed By: Dragos P
(5/5)
Community Justice Initiatives saves families and individuals grief and unnecessary expenses. I was surprised to see how simple and complex individuals' concerns can be. As a mediator I guided...
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Date Added: 03 22 2011
Volunteer Mediator
(4.9/5)
I have loved sitting down with people and helping them through the crisis/conflict that they find themselves in. The staff at CJI are great, and they are always willing to lend a listening ear or...
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