Australian Restorative Mapping

Restorative trainings coming up

We now have details of 2026 Trainings

Restorative Solidarity Circle for survivors of sexual harm

Restorative circles offered by Transforming Justice for anyone living or working in the Hunter, New England and Central Coast. Begins April 30 2026, online.

Restorative Adelaide Training

Facilitated by Restorative Journeys

Adelaide, 2 days in April/May 2026

Restorative Practices Port Macquarie Training

Facilitated by Restorative Journeys

Port Macquarie, 2 days in May 2026

Of Interest to the Restorative Communities

Seminar series: For our December conversation, on December 4, we heard from Lurnea High School in Sydney's South West about their Restorative work using Alternatives To Violence as the tool for change. The title for the conversation: 'The Complementary Nature of Restorative Practices and Alternatives to Violence / Help Increase Peace (AVP / HIP)': More about this.

This year marks a remarkable milestone: 80 years since the end of World War II and the birth of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. To honor this legacy, we invited communities and schools— from Newcastle to Japan—to join us in reflection and creativity. Together, we asked: What are your hopes for the future? Each response was captured on an origami crane or feather, carrying dreams of peace and unity. Inspired by the Japanese tradition of senbazuru— folding 1,000 cranes to grant a wish—we set out to create something extraordinary. The result? 12,000 cranes, folded by countless hands, and three stunning kirigami cranes standing tall as symbols of hope, resilience, and global connection. This collective artwork reminds us that even the smallest gesture can shape a brighter tomorrow.

The Unity Tree: Community groups and schools, from Newcastle to Japan have folded over 10,000 cranes as a powerful symbol of hope, peace and unity. These cranes were displayed on 6th of December 2025 at the Unity Tree at the Newcastle Library. | Details of when and where.

Transforming Justice Australia is offering Restorative support for people impacted by and responsible for sexual harm. They are accepting referrals into the programs now, and groups are re-starting in November. More information at: Solidarity Circles, and at Community accountability: REVIVE

A Restorative Encounter in Prison: A father’s meeting with the man who killed his children highlights how restorative justice can move beyond punishment to create space for dialogue, dignity, and healing: Watch the video produced by Channel 7s Spotlight.

Trainings: Restorative Practices with Restorative Journeys: Various locations across Australia: September to December 2025 | See listings here.

Showreel - 2024 Contemporary Restorative Practices Conference Canberra

Publication Date:

01/03/2025

Practitioner Videos

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First edition of the Community Restorative Practice Project for Sexual Harm Newsletter

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Family Inclusion Strategies in the Hunter (FISH)

This year, our tiny, underfunded peer support team has walked alongside many parents through the hardest fight of their lives.

Together, we’ve supported 8 families to bring their children...
International Peace Education Program Conference

Helen Hussey: The Peace Education Program

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Helen Hussey

In July 2024 I was invited to the International Peace Education Program Conference...
Civil remedies for sexual violence victim-survivors part of new restorative justice research

Richard Dening, Restorative Justice Unit

17 July 2024 | Claire Fenwicke

'The option for victim-survivors of sexual violence to seek civil justice is being considered as part of new research in the restorative justice space....
Helen Hussey Interview May 2023

Helen Hussey: The Peace Education Program

So I think the Restorative bit comes when people begin to listen to what's happening within. They begin to become more comfortable with themselves, they actually feel there are possibilities......

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Restorative trainings coming up

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Of Interest to the Restorative Communities

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Showreel - 2024 Contemporary Restorative Practices Conference Canberra

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Stories, News

First edition of the Community Restorative Practice Project for Sexual Harm Newsletter

The difference FISH is making to children and their parents.

International Peace Education Program Conference

Civil remedies for sexual violence victim-survivors part of new restorative justice research

Helen Hussey Interview May 2023

Recent Profile Updates