Restorative justice is a philosophy of justice that focuses on repairing the harm caused by criminal behavior rather than punishing the offender. It emphasizes dialogue between victims, offenders, and other members of the community to find meaningful ways to repair harm and restore relationships. Providence is an ideal city in which to explore this concept because it has a rich history of embracing diverse cultures and communities. The city's emphasis on collaboration among stakeholders from all walks of life creates an environment where restorative justice can thrive. This approach can be especially valuable when addressing issues such as youth crime, gang violence, racial tension, and substance abuse. By having conversations that focus on understanding each other's perspectives and creating solutions together, restorative justice promotes healing within a community while also holding individuals accountable for their actions. In Providence specifically, organizations like Community Connections strive to provide resources and support for those impacted by crime or conflict by facilitating transformative dialogues between victims, offenders, families, schools, police departments, churches and other social service providers. Through these efforts we can work towards building safer neighborhoods in our city that embrace restorative justice principles.