1st Undergraduate Restorative Justice Conference

We are delighted to invite you to the 1st Undergraduate Restorative Justice Conference, hosted by the Department of Justice Studies and the UR Restorative Justice Club at the University of Regina. This conference, commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the University of Regina, will take place on Wednesday, February 19th, 2025, at the University of Regina, Regina, Saskatchewan.

This event aims to promote awareness, foster innovation, and spark dialogue in the field of restorative justice. It will feature distinguished keynote speaker Dr. Lisa Monchalin, award-winning criminologist and bestselling author, alongside a series of insightful parallel breakout sessions led by experts and students. Sessions will explore key themes, including restorative justice in policing, courts, academic misconduct, and decolonization.

Highlights of the Conference Include:

• Keynote Address by Dr. Lisa Monchalin, author of The Colonial Problem: An Indigenous Perspective on Crime and Injustice in Canada.
• Parallel Breakout Sessions on major themes of restorative justice.
• Justice Exhibition showcasing the work of justice partners and community organizations.
• Opportunities for networking, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas.

This conference offers a unique platform to engage with community members, academics, practitioners, and justice stakeholders, fostering meaningful dialogue on justice issues that matter.