Restorative Justice in Practice, Pathways to Racial Justice at the Local Level

Political Education
Written By jasmine Sankofa

This webinar was hosted by Human Rights Institute at Columbia Law School.

This session explores how core human rights principles are currently being operationalized in restorative justice initiatives that strengthen the enjoyment of economic and social rights, including housing, health, and education. Panelists discuss the role of partnerships between community organizations and government, approaches that center the perspective of communities most impacted by rights violations, and explore the transformative potential of participatory justice.

Panelists:

  • Brett Taylor, Center for Court Innovation

  • Carmelyn P. Malalis, New York City Commission on Human Rights

  • Ivelyse Andino, Radical Health/Gender Equity Commission

  • Erin Miles Cloud, Movement for Family Power Child

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