Creating stronger communities
We work with courts, schools, and community organizations to address conflict, repair harm, and strengthen relationships through Restorative Justice practices.
Creating a Better Future
"Kentucky Center for Restorative Justice (KCRJ) was founded in November, 2011, to build a dynamic and innovative social and restorative justice center using community and restorative justice process in the courts, schools, prisons, and communities. Using education, litigation, restorative processes and other forms of advocacy and collaboration, the Center works toward the day when the ideal of equal justice and equal opportunity will be a reality. KCRJ works to eliminate hate and bigotry and seeks justice for the most vulnerable citizens of Kentucky."
- Diana Queen, Founder
Restorative Practice in Schools
December 10, 2025Thanks to a five-year U.S. Department of Education grant, and in partnership with Erlanger-Elsmere and Covington Schools, we worked alongside more than 200 educators, students, families, and local artists. Over those five years, educators participated in deep restorative justice learning...
Miles Elementary in Erlanger, KY, launches the Restorative Justice Tapestry Project to promote inclusion and belonging.
May 28, 2024Tapestry unveiled at Miles’ Spring Family Night Miles Elementary recently held a Spring Family Night, with an emphasis on art and community, one of the school’s restorative practices. A highlight of the event was the unveiling of a collaborative tapestry project...
KCRJ Northern KY (formerly Community & Restorative Justice-Covington)
March 13, 2024Our work in Covington has grown into a regional office within the Kentucky Center for Restorative Justice (KCRJ), forming the foundation of the Northern Kentucky Restorative Hub. This shift reflects our ongoing commitment to restorative practices that begin with community...
