Implementing restorative justice for hate violence: A Practical Guide
The Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) of the Organisation for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) works to improve hate crime victim support systems across the OSCE region through policy advice and guidance.
OSCE is the world’s largest regional security organization, comprising 57 States from Europe, Central Asia and North America. OSCE participating States have agreed to a set of political commitments to strengthen stability, peace and democracy in the region. ODIHR is OSCE's human rights institution, providing support, assistance and expertise to participating States and civil society to promote inclusion and address hate crime and other forms of intolerance.
To increase targeted support for all those affected by hate violence, ODIHR has asked me to draft a practical guide on restorative justice in the context of hate violence.
The Guide is primarily aimed at practitioners working in formal (e.g. criminal and youth justice systems) and informal (e.g. civil society) settings, as well as policy makers.
The project is funded by the European Commission, with financial support from the governments of Bulgaria and Italy. ODIHR is also working closely on the project with the European Commission in the framework of tthe High Level Group on combating hate speech and hate crime.
As a key part of my research, I am asking everyone with an interest or experience in hate violence and/ or restorative justice to fill out this short online survey. Practitioners, researchers but also harmed and harming parties are encouraged to complete the survey, as their views will give me invaluable insight. The survey is available via this link. It will close on the 12th of February 2025, and will take just 5-8 minutes to complete.
For your time, you will be entered into a draw to receive an annual free subscription to the Internet Journal of Restorative Justice.
Prof. Theo Gavrielides, PhD
Submit your case study
In addition, I am looking for case studies that can demonstrate to other practitioners how restorative justice and restorative justice practice can be applied in cases of hate violence. To submit a case study please complete the details below. Your case study will need to be up to 400 words and illustrate practically how direct or indirect restorative justice practice (mediation, conferencing, circles, boards) has been used in the context of hate violence (either in formal or informal settings). Please ensure that all confidentiality matters are respected. The key purpose of the case studies is to bring to life restorative justice in the context of hate violence.