Love is the Foundation of Justice

Whether in criminal justice, school discipline, or social action, Justice is not served except through Love. Read more...

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Rand Corp Analysis on Restorative Practices in Schools

Rand Corp Analysis on Restorative Practices in Schools

Rand Corporation has conducted a randomized controlled study, sponsored by the National Institute for Justice, on the effectiveness of restorative practices on suspension rates and classroom atmosphere. The study took place in the Pittsburgh Public School District during the 2015/16 and 2016/17 school years. The researchers sought to answer three...
The Conscious Lawyer: An Interview with Elaine Quinn, Editor

The Conscious Lawyer: An Interview with Elaine Quinn, Editor

Elaine Quinn is the editor of The Conscious Lawyer, a professional magazine and website devoted to positive, socially aware developments in legal practice and thinking. Elaine has also contributed thought provoking, in-depth book reviews on this Justice Conversation website. I asked Elaine if she would be willing to share with...
Lunch with Looms: Connecting Programs to Create Community

Lunch with Looms: Connecting Programs to Create Community

Middle school – what does it bring up in your mind? For me, and most of my friends, those days were a struggle. I felt awkward, insecure, and was bullied throughout my 7th and 8th grade years by both girls and boys, so much so that I often pretended I...