For Crime Victims and Survivors, Exonerated Individuals, and Family Members
In-person retreats are the cornerstone of Healing Justice’s direct support programs. Our retreats invite people who have been directly impacted by a wrongful conviction to come together in a safe, nurturing, and confidential space and speak openly about their trauma and loss, provide peer support to one another, identify ways their needs can be met, and begin the road to healing and recovery.
These retreats provide participants with an opportunity to connect with others who have a shared lived experience and equip them with tools for self-discovery and continued healing. Healing Justice facilitates both national and community-based retreats.
Our healing retreats center around the restorative practice known as the Circle. In this space, everyone has an opportunity to share and be heard. We also facilitate other group activities that allow for peer connection and self-reflection including art projects, games, and shared meals. Free time is built into the schedule to provide breaks from Circle and other group activities.
Our retreats are designed and facilitated by staff trained in the provision of emotional support, trauma healing, circle facilitation, and restorative justice.
Healing Justice uses an in-depth participant selection process to ensure the safety and interest of all participants. Currently, participation in our retreats is available to the following individuals affected by a criminal case that resulted in a post-conviction exoneration:
A unique opportunity to connect with others who have survived a similar injustice, hardship, and trauma —promoting a collective path to healing and reconciliation.
Share your stories and experiences with others and gain a sense of empowerment and agency in your healing journey.
Engage in interactive and dynamic discussions with peers.
Address and process your trauma and pain in a safe space.
Increase mutual understanding and empathy among crime survivors, exonerated individuals, and family members.
Engage in peer support and connection to others who have similar lived experiences.
For more information about our programs, please contact us at connect@healingjusticeproject.org.
Healing Justice is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization – 47-3424404
11312 US 15-501 N, Suite 107 – #181, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
You can also reach us at: connect@healingjusticeproject.org.
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