WEEK OF ABOLITION: Abolitionist Justice: Alternative Responses to Harm

The Abolitionist Justice: Alternative Responses to Harm Panel will explore how the carceral system inadequately addresses and perpetuates interpersonal violence and instances of harm. We will discuss alternative responses and prevention strategies, approaches to justice, and anti-carceral mindsets that better facilitate personal and societal healing. Kevin Keo, Restorative Justice Circle Keeper with the Transformational Prison Project and advocate for increased oversight of Massachusetts Corrections will join us, both teaching us about the failures of carceral system and leading us in interactive demonstrations of the methods used in Restorative Justice Circles. Clarissa Turner, founder of Legacy Lives On, will share her experiences leading an organization dedicated to supporting communities after instances of loss and violence and facilitating healing, education, and progress.