Listen "EP36 Restorative Justice in Practice: The Work of Awful Grace in Prisons"
Episode Synopsis
In our final episode of 2024, Christine, Founder & Executive Director of Awful Grace, and Simren, Impact Evaluation and Research Lead at the charity, delve into the innovative work of The Journey, a programme designed to support the rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders. They share their experiences in both implementing and evaluating how pottery-making helps participants address challenging issues such as forgiveness, harm and reconciliation, while fostering essential pro-social life skills.
This conversation explores the intersection of restorative justice and creative expression, highlighting how Awful Grace uses pottery as a tool for personal reflection, accountability and healing. Christine and Simren also discuss the lessons learned from this person-centered approach, as well as the opportunities for collaboration among different stakeholders in the social sector to better support offenders and their families.
Ideal for social workers interested in restorative practices and innovative approaches to community rehabilitation, this episode offers valuable insights into integrating creative methods into social work practice.
To learn more about Awful Grace and their impactful work, visit awfulgrace.org or follow them on Instagram @awfulgracesg.
This conversation explores the intersection of restorative justice and creative expression, highlighting how Awful Grace uses pottery as a tool for personal reflection, accountability and healing. Christine and Simren also discuss the lessons learned from this person-centered approach, as well as the opportunities for collaboration among different stakeholders in the social sector to better support offenders and their families.
Ideal for social workers interested in restorative practices and innovative approaches to community rehabilitation, this episode offers valuable insights into integrating creative methods into social work practice.
To learn more about Awful Grace and their impactful work, visit awfulgrace.org or follow them on Instagram @awfulgracesg.
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