Topic 2 Some example of restitution at work

Restitution at work “The Circle” - how children (delinquent juveniles ) can fix their mistake “Giant steps” – how people with a history of drug abuse can fix their mistakes “Little group” – how a community can fix its mistake and become stronger –Youth on recovery road “Ten tips for families” –10 advises to families how to have better communication

“The Circle” how children can fix their mistake 7–15 years children (delinquent juveniles ) petty crimes – shop lifting, sabotage - beginners Circle 1 Personalizing the crime Everybody involved Give the child a chance to fix a mistake Circle 2 How did it go? What did they think about it?

“Giant steps” how people with a history of drug abuse can fix their mistakes Adults with long history of abuse Basic need – survival Apartment, food, money The need of power – achievement Treatment plan – simple The need of belonging Meeting others The needs of fun and freedom Doing something for fun

“Little group” Community can fix its mistake and become stronger Big youth problems Drugs, school dropout, shop lifting, petty crimes Working together Police, child care, schools, afterschool center Find solutions Groups, work, therapy, treatment Believe in youth Listen to them, giving them power, fun, belonging Take actions Do it now, take action, not later Keep on going Always at our toes, ready to take action,

“Ten tips for families” 1.Have a family meeting on rules and beliefs 2.Together decide on reasonable consequences 3.Avoid punishing, guilting, and criticizing 4.If mistake is made – fix it 5.Its not what you say its how you say it 6.Calm down – to use your brain 7.Try to meet your basic needs every day 8.Open up the territory 9.Always take two minutes to listen 10. We are our child's best teacher