The Probationet project aims to capacitate criminal justice professionals in the Probation system according to the Restorative Justice approach.
So, what is Restorative Justice?
To strengthen the western legal system while addressing some of its needs, Restorative Justice first gained popularity in the 1970s. Recognizing that punishment is frequently unsuccessful, Restorative Justice focuses on encouraging individuals who committed illicit crimes to acknowledge and repair the harm they have caused. This practice focuses on mending the damage caused by crime and involves individuals and community members rather than worrying about whether the individuals who have committed a crime “receive what they deserve”.
To learn more about what Restorative Justice is, you can check this piece ‘Restorative Justice? What’s that?’ from the International Institute of Restorative Practices: https://www.iirp.edu/news/restorative-justice-what-s-that
In line with this philosophy, the Probationet project foresees the setup of a training course to extend and develop the competencies of individuals involved in the Probation system, (including probation staff, police, and prison staff) with particular emphasis on Restorative Justice. This will be a b-learning training course and will be available in the English, Italian, Greek, Portuguese, Bulgarian and Turkish languages.