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Everyone responded
well to her heightened
sense of well-being.
The increased activity
level of the toddler was
a tangible indicator of
the change in the comfort
level of all present.
In the end, the agreements
the youth presented
were genuine
and the victims appreciated
their efforts.
The facilitators ensured
the agreements
were realistic so the
youth could be successful
in fulfilling
them. The Conference
ended positively with
feedback from all the
participants. The victim's
recurring themes
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of respect, for self and
others, responsibility to
the community and desire
for closure were
addressed and responded
to effectively.
Upon reflection, powerful
and lasting are
two words that come to
mind when I think
about my first time experience
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as an observer
at CCC. Wounds of
the victims and the
community were
healed. The offenders
developed empathy for
their victims, the community
and their parents.
As well, an investment
was made
into the well being of
the community. The
problem was owned by
all present resulting in
a positive outcome. I
am grateful that I was
witness to this restorative
process.
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