Who we are and what we do

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 An offender-penitent is someone who admits and regrets the serious harm they have caused to another person(s). They are committed to transforming themselves to avoid causing any future harm, and repairing past harm in whatever way they can. Like the term, victim-survivor, offender-penitent describes a person that has moved beyond harm toward recovery and restoration.

• We admit that we have caused significant harm to our victim-survivor(s) and communities.
• We admit that we owe victim-survivors and communities opportunities for vindication and healing.
• We admit that we may never achieve reintegration or healing ourselves until we settle that debt first.

• We prioritize the reparative needs of victim-survivors and communities.
• We promote the positive transformation of public opinion regarding offender-penitents.
• We include all stakeholders seeking safe and honest communication.
• We educate our communities about ways to find healing and prevent future harm.
• We advocate for laws applying restorative practices to sexual victimization.

• Interconnectedness
• Particularity
• Respect

• Create ongoing opportunities for dialogue and accountability in our communities.
• Facilitate healing of victim-survivors, communities and offender-penitents.
• Nurture hope and possibility for our successful social reintegration.