Causes: Children & Youth, Crime & Law, Dispute Resolution & Mediation, Mental Health, Rehabilitation Services for Offenders, Substance Abuse Prevention, Youth Violence Prevention

Mission: Our mission is to be a major catalyst in Orange County for building and advocating for a just community by: using restorative programs to address legal issues, wrongdoing, conflict and the needs of harmed parties; and streamlining access to services that improve the health, well-being and positive behavior of individuals and the community.

Results: We offer 10 restorative programs and serve over 200 people a year. In 2021, we provided over $3000 in direct emergency aid and distributed over $6500 in restitution. Volunteers provided 1100 hours of service, and we held 189 restorative meetings.

Target demographics: address the impacts of crime and incarceration in our communities unsing restorative practices.

Direct beneficiaries per year: Over 200 individuals

Geographic areas served: Orange County, Vermont

Programs: Court Diversion, Substance Misuse and Mental Health Screenings, early intervention for youth, re-entry services, and restorative justice panels and circles.