This unit explores the development of restorative justice processes against the backdrop of relevant theoretical literature. It considers the extent and variations in approaches to restorative justice, especially with regard to Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal, urban and rural people who offend and those who become victims of crime. It considers questions that relate to seriousness of crimes, relationships in dispute, family, domestic and sexual violence and also the use of restorative justice to deal with past injustices. The various mechanisms that enable restorative justice processes to thrive or diminish are also examined. The unit then considers how people are likely to respond to... -- Course Website
