The Restorative Justice Project of the Midcoast is seeking out volunteers to mentor young people involved in the criminal justice system.
The mission of the organization is to promote fundamental change in the way the community deals with crime and wrongdoing. The project works with communities to rebuild trust and sense of safety, and the restorative justice approach emphasizes responsibility and restitution rather than punishment.
Mentors are significant to RJP’s work. Caring relationships with mentors help offenders to sustain motivation and build self-esteem, as well as encourage the development of new behaviors and attitudes.
The organization will be hosting a light supper and information session for interested individuals on Thursday, Oct. 1 at the Topsham Public Library. Following the session, the RJP will also offer two free training sessions on Oct. 8 and Oct. 15 at the library.
For more information, contact Nadejda Stancioff at 975-9723 or [email protected].
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