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Promoting Restorative Processes in Jamaica

Parker, Lynette
June 4, 2015

Source: (2004) Restorative Justice Online. September 2004 Edition.

In a ceremony on January 21, the Governor General of Jamaica declared 2004 the National Year of Dispute Resolution. Highlighting the countryxe2x80x99s commitment to developing restorative processes, the declaration coincides with the 10 year anniversary of both public and private initiatives to introduce mediation in response to rising levels of violence. Activities to promote the use of restorative practices have been held throughout the year.

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