About Membership

• Professional association for RJP programs and practitioners in Colorado
• Technical assistance, training and mentoring to increase capacity for new restorative justice practitioners and programs, as well as expand initiatives within existing programs
• Exposure to best practices in order to enhance the quality of services provided, elevating the reputation of RJPs

• Inclusive and welcoming community for RJP programs and practitioners in Colorado
• A formal structure for convening that provides access to collective wisdom around implementation and practice of RJP
• Connection with communities of practice (e.g. schools, judicial, higher ed, etc.) that can provide context-specific application and implementation support
• Networking opportunities with other programs and practitioners facing similar challenges and triumphs
• Creation and management of statewide partnerships in order to support RJP within decision-making spheres (e.g. nonprofits, law enforcement, judicial districts, school districts, courts, etc.)

• Influence on statewide policies that impact RJP
• Voice for RJP programs and practitioners around the state
• Support for specific causes and processes within the RJP field
• Elected representation to the Colorado Restorative Justice Coordinating Council (RJ Council) to influence and inform decision-making
• Access to electronic and web-based resources that promote the work of CCRJP, share information on RJP best practices, and enable programs and practitioners to connect with the organization, each other, and a broader audience
• Opportunities to participate in and/or learn from research that contributes to a base of evidence on the effectiveness of RJP

Restorative Justice and Racial Justice (RJ2)

• The intention of the training series is to grow in our awareness of the impact of racism on Restorative Justice practices and the communities we serve. We intend to build the capacity of restorative justice practitioners to develop anti-racist, inclusive RJ practices. Trainings will engage participants through inquiry, self-reflection, skill-building, scenarios, and circle practice. Upcoming events are announced through our Events Calendar. Please contact Ames Stenson at: stensona8@gmail.com
• 2022 RJ2: A Training Series on the Intersectionality of Restorative Justice Practices and Racial Justice Series Dates Coming Soon!
• PREVIOUS RJ2 EVENTS in 2021
• SESSION 1
  Waking Up to Whiteness in Restorative Justice
  Presented by Dr. Robyn Short
  This training covered how to support white people in deepening their understanding of racial inequities, biases, and the role white supremacy plays in the oppression of all communities of color. As restorative justice practitioners, we are called to deepen and broaden our personal awareness in order to reduce racial harm perpetuated in RJ practices and create intentionally inclusive and welcoming RJ spaces.
• SESSION 2 Anti-Oppression Practice and Transformative Justice
  Presented by Regan Byrd
  How do we solve the roots of harmful oppressive systems like racism, sexism, homophobia, and cissexism? How does one (or an organization) act in allyship towards the marginalized communities targeted by these systems? How do these very systems of oppression and dehumanization show up in our attempts to practice restorative and transformative justice? What vision of the world are we trying to build?
• SESSION 3 Addressing The First Harm: What Is It?
  Presented by Edward C. Valandra, Waŋbli Wapȟáha Hokšíla; & Brett Lee Shelton
  The dialogue between two Indigenous leaders, was exchanged about settler colonialism and restorative justice with restorative practices practitioners addressing The First Harm—stolen Native land. An understanding of the roles people play in maintaining settler colonialism is a necessary step in becoming authentic allies to Indigenous Peoples and working towards justice—Undoing The First Harm.
• SESSION 4 Motus Theater’s JustUs: Stories from the Frontlines of the Criminal Justice System
  MotusMonologists: Dereck Bell, Daniel Guillory, Juaquin Mobley and Brandon Wainright
  Leaders who were formerly incarcerated tell artfully crafted autobiographical monologues that expose the devastating impact of the criminal legal system and inspire action towards a vision of true justice. Performance features musical responses by the acclaimed acapella singers, Spirit of Grace. In addition, special guest readers, chosen by the Colorado Coalition for Restorative Justice Practices, (CCJRP) will stand in the shoes of a JustUs monologist by reading their story aloud.

• Colorado Coalition of Restorative Justice Practices (CCRJP) invites restorative justice practitioners to join an online Communities of Practice (CoP) group. Each of these gatherings are centered around a specific area of RJ practice. The intent is to offer those in attendance support, connection, sharing of experience, networking, and resources. Those who attend a CoP group have found a safe place to be vulnerable, transparent, giving and grateful. Shared leadership is encouraged and welcomed to those who are inspired. You are welcome to a complimentary visit to a community of practice before joining CCRJP.
• Current CoP groups offered
• Education – 3rd Wednesday of the month, 10am – 11am
• Criminal Justice – 3rd Tuesday of the month, 9:30am -11am
• RJ Future – 4th Tuesday of the month, 10:30 am-Noon

In order for CCRJP to accomplish its mission, vision and goals as put forth by the Board of Directors and the Membership, we collect annual membership dues from each member organization and individual. Dues support the work of CCRJP, including networking and training opportunities; creation and maintenance of communities of practice in areas of RJP; outreach and coordination with state governmental bodies, including the RJ Council; and education, advocacy and support for new and thriving RJP practitioners and programs.

Payment methods:
Pay online with credit/debit card or make checks payable to Colorado Coalition for Restorative Justice Practices (CCRJP) and send to: CCRJP, 1905 15th Street, #7424, Boulder, CO 80302
or
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Individuals who would like to support the membership of someone unable to pay can provide a donation through their membership application or by donating through the CCRJP website.

For any other questions about dues, please contact us at ccrjpgeneral@gmail.com

To be a Member in Good Standing, dues must be paid and members must attend 5 hours of meetings or CCRJP-sponsored events in the year prior to the Annual Meeting (typically held in the fall).

CCRJP has 5 standing committees as well as a few sub-committees. Members are encouraged to join at least one. Learn more about CCRJP committees and their meeting times on the Events & Gathering page of the website.