Why me? is a small charity with a big impact. In 2024, our work increased awareness and understanding of Restorative Justice, from billboard campaigns to engagement with PCCs. Please make a donation to our Winter Appeal to help us do more. justgiving.com/campaign/whyme…

We are excited to feature a guest blog from the Gwynedd Môn Youth Justice Services RJ Team, who share their highlights from #RJWeek2024. If you are feeling nostalgic or looking for inspiration to kick off 2025 planning, don't miss this blog! why-me.org/2024/celebrati…

If you like what we do, please nominate Why me? for Benefact Group’s 12 Days of Giving. Nominations are open until December 19th, and the process is easy and completely free. Just a couple minutes of your time could make the difference! movementforgood.com/#nominateAChar…

We believe that justice is about accountability, understanding and empowerment. Yet the Criminal Justice System often leaves people affected by crime feeling excluded and confused. Going through a restorative process allows them to have their voices heard.

Sometimes talking to the person who hurt you most is the best way to heal. What would you say? – a film demonstrating the life-changing power of Restorative Justice – is in the running at the Charity Film Awards. If the film resonated with you, please vote! 🔗 smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/why-me

Are you passionate about Restorative Justice? Do you want to make a difference and join a small, passionate team? Volunteer with us in the new year! 📝 Learn more and apply: why-me.org/get-involved-2…

Helpful blog post by Angie Kaye for Why me?: 'Taking responsibility in Restorative Justice: How much is needed?' why-me.org/2024/taking-re… #restorativejustice

Transforming lives, one meeting at a time. In 2024, Why me? brought the power of Restorative Justice to new audiences. Help us continue this vital work by making a donation to our Winter Appeal. No matter the size, your donation will make a difference. justgiving.com/campaign/whyme…

After more than four years as a Trustee and then staff member, Kate Aldous is moving on from Why me? at the end of the year. Over the course of her time here, Kate has made an enormous contribution to the organisation, and she will be greatly missed. why-me.org/2024/kate-aldo…

❗️NEW EVENT Join us as we explore the use of listening circles with examples from women's circles and nature circles. 🟢 Listening circles for deep listening ⚪️ 21 Jan 2025, 12-1pm ⚪️ Online More info: minthouseoxford.co.uk/events/2025/1/…

Taking responsibility in Restorative Justice – how much is needed? "Taking responsibility is not a black and white issue," writes senior practitioner Angie Kaye. "Consequently, restoring harm requires a far more complex and nuanced approach." 🔗 why-me.org/2024/taking-re…

Pleased to see the fourth and final Reith Lecture cover how Restorative Justice can play a central role in addressing violent offences, including those as serious as murder. 🎧 Tune in via BBC Sounds – discussion of Restorative Justice starts at 14:35 ⤵️ bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0…

How can local services increase uptake of Restorative Justice among police officers who have experienced harm? Don't miss this guest blog by Becky Childs Safer Communities, Restorative Cleveland, who shares their experience standardising the offer in cases of officer assault. why-me.org/2024/when-the-…

Over the holiday season, we are highlighting our key achievements in 2024. Please help us continue this vital work by supporting our Winter Appeal. Your donation will help us do more. justgiving.com/campaign/whyme…

📢 We have reached 2,000 views of our short film on Youtube! Please watch and share the film to help us spread the word about Restorative Justice. If you're able to donate to help us do more work like this, please find the link in the description. youtube.com/watch?v=_vXA_s…

Why me? were pleased to hear a storyline about a restorative process in @BBCthearchers. We hope it helps to raise awareness of the power of conversation and how Restorative Justice can transform the lives of people affected by crime. Listen here: bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0…

Meeting retailers face-to-face and building connections with them was a turning point that enabled James to see the bigger picture. If you want to ensure that Why me? continues to increase access for the people who need it most, make a donation today. justgiving.com/campaign/whyme…

Thank you to the staff, trustees, volunteers, ambassadors, and other friends of Why me? who joined our festive celebration yesterday evening! And a massive thank you to COOK for generously sponsoring our event with delicious desserts.

The Why me? office will be closed from 5pm today until the 2nd of January. Thank you for your support – we wish you a restful festive season and look forward to working with you in 2025.

From all of us at Why me? – we hope you have a peaceful and restorative festive season, and we are looking forward to what we can achieve together in 2025!