We currently offer two distinct program models that give youth a second chance, an opportunity to right their wrong.  Our tools are both practical and visionary and we have an 88% non-recidivism success rate.  As an organization our success rate is higher than the state average.


Restorative Justice Practices

These practices address bullying, trespassing, vandalism, shoplifting, theft and other misdemeanors. Restorative Justice Practices are able to address conflict through Restorative Practices. 

We are an official diversion program for Yavapai County Juvenile Probation in Northern Arizona.

We train and support local educators and schools in implementing Restorative Practices in schools.

People across the country are downloading and practicing our 10 Restorative Principles available on our homepage.  


Rethinking Alcohol And Drugs (RAD)

The two session RAD conferences are for juveniles arrested for underage possession and/or consumptionof alcohol, drugs or drug paraphernalia. The RAD conference option is not available to those who offended by driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. (DUI)

In the first session NARJ Facilitators meet with the offender and their parents/guardians separately to discuss the circumstances of the offense.

The second session includes a RAD Circle to
comprehend the offense, the subsequent harm,
and produce an agreement.

​During and after both sessions, a significant amount of scientific evidence on the effects of drugs and alcohol on the adolescent brain is provided. The legal aspects of supplying alcohol to minors are addressed. Each session is 1 to 2 hours.

Post Conference Actions
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When the Agreement is completed and the
documents are verified, NARJ sends a Letter of
Completion to the Juvenile Justice Court and the parties involved. Actions are ended, records are archived.

If the Offender does not complete the Agreement in the time allowed, the case is referred back to the agency having jurisdiction for prosecution.

Through these proven successful processes, youth are held accountable for their choices and come to understand the impact of their decisions.

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