2023 Annual report

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Hearing From Conference Participants

60

cases

71

responsible persons

41

Harmed Parties

100%

Conference Participants Felt Conference Was Fair to Harmed Party

94%

Success rate

Harmed Parties

"Facilitators were very helpful and supportive. Thank you for encouraging me to speak until I felt heard."

"I want to thank LCJP for helping me feel better."

"[The conference] felt very sincere all around."

"I have a different outlook toward [the responsible person] and more respect."

Community Members

"LCJP was very sensitive to the responsible person's needs and what he could realistically handle. He really felt sincere responsibility."

"I appreciated hearing the point of view of the police officer. The facilitator was very skilled, and I believe the responsible person found some relief."

"What a wonderful way to reach out to kids that make a bad choice. It keeps them with a good record, but still holds them accountable."

Responsible Persons

"I felt comfortable and it felt like a safe space."

"I liked hearing from the different members that this mistake was a learning opportunity that I can move on from. I like how the session was handled because I didn't feel like a bad person."

"I never expected this amount of empathy and compassion."

"I am very thankful for this option."

Police Officers

"The opinions of each person were valued. This was my first conference, and I enjoyed taking part in it. I was happy [the Responsible Person] was so involved with the contract."

"This was a good case for restorative justice. I was able to express my concern and [the responsible person] was very sorry. The major effects on her and her family will motivate her to complete her contract."