Restorative Justice

At Shared Roots Collective, our restorative justice program supports survivors of sexual harm through healing-centered, trauma-informed practices. We offer an accompaniment model of working with survivors to explore the impacts of the harm, name their needs, and decide if a healing and accountability dialogue would be supportive for them. We work with those who have caused sexual harm to step into accountability, unpack root causes, and create meaningful change in their lives. We help individuals and their loved ones, families, and communities address harm, become more deeply resourced, and heal collectively.

Healing & Accountability Dialogues

At Shared Roots, we use the term restorative justice to encompass both a philosophy and a social justice movement, rooted in Indigenous practices and focused on how we, as a society, should address harm and wrongdoing without involving the traditional legal system. The path forward will be tailored to the specific persons and circumstances involved in each harm and will be oriented around the needs of the survivor.

Starting with an initial intake and ongoing consultations, survivors can share their story on their own terms and be heard in a non-judgmental space, during which we will assist them in identifying their needs and determining what accountability and healing would look like for them. With the survivor as the priority, our trained staff work with the survivor to shape a path forward that amplifies their voice and centers their healing.

This work may lead to a facilitated dialogue between the person who has been harmed, the person who caused that harm, and their community, if all persons involved agree and after appropriate preparation is completed. During this dialogue, participants would craft an agreement on specific, tangible steps to meet the healing needs of the survivor. The ultimate goal of these dialogues are holistic healing and justice for the individual survivor, growth and accountability for the person who caused the harm, and a commitment from the community to collective actions to help prevent future harm.

Community Accountability

Community accountability is a process by which a community works together to address prior harm in the group and commits to transforming the conditions, beliefs, and structures that lead to internal conflict, harm, and/or oppression. To assist in this work, Shared Roots provides services tailored to each community’s circumstances and designed to support organizations, communities, and groups by: (1) holistically addressing past sexual harm that has occurred; (2) repairing relationships or community cohesion after sexual harm has occurred; and (3) preparing a community-based strategy to prevent and address harm in the future. These community services of Shared Roots Collective include facilitated listening sessions, leadership coaching, healing circles, policy creation, and educational consulting.

Understanding Our Pricing:

Accessibility and Fairness at Shared Roots Collective

At Shared Roots Collective, we are committed to making restorative justice accessible to individuals seeking healing and accountability. Therefore, our services for individuals seeking restorative justice are provided free of charge.

For organizations, educational institutions, and other entities interested in community accountability, consulting, and/or educational trainings/workshops, fees apply. Our pricing structure is tailored to the specific needs and scope of the services requested. We believe in providing transparent and fair pricing that reflects the value and expertise we bring to each engagement.

Understanding Our Pricing:

Accessibility and Fairness at Shared Roots Collective

At Shared Roots Collective, our goal is to facilitate meaningful dialogue, foster healing, and promote understanding within our communities. We remain committed to providing accessible and effective services that support positive outcomes for all involved parties. Our team is dedicated to working collaboratively with you to find the best solutions that align with your goals and budget. Contact us for more information.