MISSION
The Burlington CJC uses restorative practices and community values to foster healing, accountability, and repair for people impacted by, and responsible for, harm, conflict and crime in our community.​
VISION
We work towards a community where the roots and impacts of harm, conflict, and crime are addressed in ways that foster healing, accountability, self-empowerment, and connection for all.
VALUES
Community
We promote processes that encourage personal and collective responsibility. We aim to improve quality of life and greater connection for Burlington and surrounding communities.
Empathy
We acknowledge how identity and lived experience shape us as individuals and inform our relationships and the choices we make. We aspire to listen actively and understand others.
Equity
We strive to foster just outcomes and promote fairness and access for all by recognizing the unique experience of each individual and by addressing systemic disparities.
Dignity
We honor the rights of victims and survivors and meet participants where they are. We respect the lived experiences and dignity of each individual.
Accountability
We support people in taking responsibility for the harm they have caused and understanding its impact on other people and the community. As an organization, we strive to be accountable to each other, our participants, and our community.
Innovation
We embrace a culture of curiosity and creativity, and we develop new solutions to meet the future needs of our community.
Empowerment
We respect the agency of everyone we work with. We support responsible parties, victims, and survivors with what they need to make their own choices in the restorative process.
Public Service
The Burlington CJC is committed to serving the people of Chittenden County and responds to needs in our community.
