As an introduction to the indigenous restorative justice paradigm, students critically examine the historical and contemporary experiences of Indigenous peoples in Canada. The idea of “justice" is explored and compared amongst some Indigenous, restorative, retributive and rehabilitative conceptions. Particular attention is paid to the importance of values, relationships, needs, and healing for those who cause harm and have been harmed. Indigenous and restorative justice approaches are evaluated in the context of law enforcement, the law, corrections, community development, and crime prevention. Prerequisite: It is recommended that students complete one introductory Sociology/ Aboriginal/ Indigenous/ First Nations specific course. Note: Students cannot receive credit for more than one of SOCI 3150 and CRIM 3151.
As an introduction to the indigenous restorative justice paradigm, students critically examine the historical and contemporary experiences of Indigenous peoples in Canada. The idea of “justice" is explored and compared amongst some Indigenous, restorative, retributive and rehabilitative conceptions. Particular attention is paid to the importance of values, relationships, needs, and healing for those who cause harm and have been harmed. Indigenous and restorative justice approaches are evaluated in the context of law enforcement, the law, corrections, community development, and crime prevention. Prerequisite: It is recommended that students complete one introductory Sociology/ Aboriginal/ Indigenous/ First Nations specific course. Note: Students cannot receive credit for more than one of SOCI 3150 and CRIM 3151.
