Training in Restorative Justice and a Differential Approach to Care for Victims of Crime Colombian Judicial Branch

The Regional Project Strengthening Restorative Justice, financed by the European Union and coordinated by the Costa Rican Judicial Branch, provided training on the differential approach to caring for crime victims and prosecuting offenders through restorative justice in criminal and juvenile justice for civil society in Colombia. 

The activity took place from 18 to 20 September 2019, in Bogotá, Colombia, with the participation of civil society actors, including mediators and conciliators, as well as peace judges. A series of workshops and group dynamics were held to learn about Restorative Justice and its application in the community.

Facilitator Ricardo Pinzón, an expert in Restorative Justice and Conflict Resolution, participated in the event, along with Mr. Cesar Torres, an expert in Community-based Restorative Justice and Ms. Clara Carreño, an expert in gender and children's issues.