Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1) Ensure fidelity in the way restorative justice services are provided throughout the state; and 2) Advocate for restorative principles and practices across systems and communities. The following deliverables would be part of the Council work: Strategic Plan – develop a statewide strategy aimed at increasing fidelity to restorative justice services through clear standards, expand awareness of the benefits of restorative practices, and improve access to restorative methods in communities, schools and the juvenile justice system. The plan should be developed in partnership with the BIPOC community in order to expand the use of restorative practices delivered by BIPOC individuals and organizations. Online Best Practices Guide – create and disseminate an online resource guide for restorative justice practices in North Dakota that includes consensus principles, best practices standards, and cultural competence practices, as well as available services and providers. Training and Technical Assistance – provide and/or coordinate ongoing training and technical assistance on restorative justice best practice standards in order to increase fidelity to services, recruit and build capacity (particularly with BIPOC organizations), and encourage collaboration and service referral among youth-serving agencies. Host an annual training and capacity-building event on restorative justice services for adolescents. Advocacy and Information Sharing – serve as a statewide coordinator for restorative service practices, including advocating for restorative services and sharing information about best practice models, relevant policies, training opportunities and available resources and services. Information provided should take into account the research on restorative justice practices. The Council should meet at least bi-monthly to work on the key deliverables and next steps, and to encourage ongoing participation and buy-in. A brief report of activities and outcomes that could be shared statewide with applicable parties should be developed. Ideally, a plan for sustainability would also be created in order to continue the work of the Council beyond the period of grant funding.
